Megan Poell
Bel Aire,KS
Summary
Personable and empathetic professional with strong foundation in patient care and clinical knowledge. Well-versed in evidence-based practices and skilled in patient assessment and treatment planning. Committed to making meaningful impact on patient outcomes through compassionate and effective care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Advanced Pain Medicine Associates
08.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Ordered lab tests and interpreted test results and maintained patient records.
- Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
- Recommended medications and other treatments such as physical therapy for variety of different health conditions.
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
- Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based practice and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through the development and implementation of individualized care plans.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements through continuous professional development activities.
- Provided counseling to patients and families and referred patients to other treatment facilities as appropriate.
- Provided education for patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventative measures.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Ascension Medical Group
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions through comprehensive patient care, referrals and
management strategies. - Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Provided education for patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventative measures.
- Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based practice and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Heartland Cardiology
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions through comprehensive patient care, referrals and management strategies.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Provided education for patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventative measures.
- Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based practice and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Registered Nurse, Staff/Charge/Assistant Manager of Operations
Wesley Medical Center HCA
06.2011 - 09.2018
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Managed quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, coronary artery disease, post surgical CABG, hypertensive urgencies, NSTEMIs, post PCI and other general
conditions.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Adult Gerontology, Acute Care
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS12-2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS12-2010
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Friends University
Wichita, KS05-2006
Skills
- Patient-centered Care
- Evidenced Based Care
- Acute Health Problems
- Chronic Health Problems
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Disease Prevention Education
- Health Promotion
Certification
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Board Certified (AGACNP-BC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center.
- Licensed Nurse Practitioner, Kansas
- Licensed Registered Nurse, Kansas
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certified
- Basic Life Support Certified
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Advanced Pain Medicine Associates
08.2022 - Current
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Ascension Medical Group
08.2019 - 08.2022
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Heartland Cardiology
10.2018 - 07.2019
Registered Nurse, Staff/Charge/Assistant Manager of Operations
Wesley Medical Center HCA
06.2011 - 09.2018
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Board Certified (AGACNP-BC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center.
- Licensed Nurse Practitioner, Kansas
- Licensed Registered Nurse, Kansas
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certified
- Basic Life Support Certified
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Adult Gerontology, Acute Care
Wichita State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wichita State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Friends University
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