Bridget A. Meade
Rochester,NY
Summary
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with anticipated Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner (PCFNP) degree and seven years of RN experience, primarily in the hematology/oncology setting. Seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills and team collaboration to provide comprehensive and holistic patient care. Dedicated, compassionate, and driven to build strong relationships with patients and families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SENIOR LEVEL 2 REGISTERED NURSE
Urgent Care, University Of Rochester
02.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with physicians, NPs, PAs, RNs, LPNs, radiology technicians to provide patient care to all ages in a fast-paced high volume setting; managing a wide range of acute patient care needs and diagnoses
- Prioritize and triage patient care utilizing quick assessment skills
- Performing nursing interventions such as interpreting vital signs, EKGs, respiratory treatments, oral and injectable medication administration, placing IV lines, assist providers with laceration repairs and in-office procedures, recognizing and managing emergent situations
- Provide education to patients in the community regarding care and disease process
SENIOR LEVEL 2 REGISTERED NURSE
Golisano Children's Hospital
03.2017 - 02.2023
- Provided professional pediatric nursing care with a focus on the hematology/oncology population; collaborated with the interdisciplinary team members regularly to optimize patient- and family-centered care
- Participated in the administration of various medications, chemotherapy, monoclonal antibodies, blood products; cared for patients before, during, and after stem cell and bone marrow transplants
- Precepted and orient newly hired RNs, assumed charge nurse duties regularly; assisted with bed coordination, prioritization of nurse/patient care assignments
- Educated families on new diagnoses; understanding blood counts, medications, chemotherapy, care of central lines/feeding tubes; supported patients and families in the transition through various phases of the child's illness
SENIOR LEVEL 2 REGISTERED NURSE
Strong Memorial Hospital, University Of Rochester
04.2020 - 05.2020
- Managed full adult medical/surgical patient care assignments to aid in safe staffing during the COVID-19 pandemic
SUMMER STUDENT
Wilmot Cancer Center, University Of Rochester
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Provided care to various types of patients on the surgical oncology unit; ENT, urology, hematology/oncology, hospice
COMPANION OBSERVER
Highland Hospital, University Of Rochester
06.2013 - 06.2016
- Monitored patients to ensure continuous patient safety; provided one-on-one patient care including feeding, bathing, toileting, comfort care
EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT SUPPORT STAFF
Strong Memorial Hospital, University Of Rochester
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Observed various emergency interventions such as care for strokes, cardiac arrest, burns, MVAs
Education
Master of Science - Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner
St. John Fisher University
Rochester, NY05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. John Fisher University
Rochester, NY12.2016
Skills
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Empathy and Compassion
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Advocacy
- Effective Communication
- Patient Education
- Hematology/Oncology
Clinical Experience
Unity OB/GYN at Ridgeway - Spring 2024
- Providing comprehensive healthcare to women across the lifespan, conducting gynecological exams, managing prenatal and postpartum care, assessing pelvic and reproductive conditions
UR Medicine Primary Care, Rochester Internal Medicine Associates - Fall 2023
- Completed routine physical exams and acute care visits, managed chronic conditions, provided patient education and health promotion; gained experience in ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, coordinating referrals to specialists, medication management
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Golisano Children's Hospital - Summer 2023
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team and participated on daily rounds to develop and implement individualized care plans for complex hematology/oncology and bone marrow transplant patients; coordinated care, chemotherapy treatment plans, management of complex symptoms; observed procedures such as lumbar punctures, interpreted laboratory results and diagnostic imaging, communicated plan of care to patients, family, and nursing/medical team
Wilmot Cancer Center Lymphoma Clinic - Spring 2023
- Conducted thorough assessments, monitored treatment responses, and managed unique needs of patients undergoing lymphoma treatment; observed weekly Tumor Board meetings and the collaboration of various medical team members discussing complex patient cases
Riedman Health Center - Spring 2023
- Assessed and managed adult patients with chronic conditions with an emphasis on diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, COPD, and heart failure
Professional Licenses
Registered Professional Nurse (RN), February 2017
Certification
- Nurse Practitioner Association, March 2023
- ANCC Pediatric Nurse Certification, February 2020
- Pediatric Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Course (APHON), December 2020
- Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS), November 2022
- Centralized Preceptor Workshop, September 2022
- Basic Life Support (BLS), May 2015
Timeline
SENIOR LEVEL 2 REGISTERED NURSE
Urgent Care, University Of Rochester
02.2023 - Current
SENIOR LEVEL 2 REGISTERED NURSE
Strong Memorial Hospital, University Of Rochester
04.2020 - 05.2020
SENIOR LEVEL 2 REGISTERED NURSE
Golisano Children's Hospital
03.2017 - 02.2023
SUMMER STUDENT
Wilmot Cancer Center, University Of Rochester
06.2016 - 12.2016
COMPANION OBSERVER
Highland Hospital, University Of Rochester
06.2013 - 06.2016
EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT SUPPORT STAFF
Strong Memorial Hospital, University Of Rochester
06.2013 - 06.2014
Master of Science - Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner
St. John Fisher University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. John Fisher University