Carine Meguem

• Performed comprehensive physical assessments and developed differential diagnoses for acute and chronic conditions.
• Managed hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia, atrial fibrillation, coumadin management, anemia, depression, anxiety, and upper respiratory infections under supervision.
• Assisted with pelvic exams, prenatal visits, and contraceptive counseling.
• Supported care for patients across the reproductive lifespan.
• Provided patient education on lifestyle changes and medication adherence.
• Utilized EMR systems including Epic and Cerner.

• Conducted well-child visits, vaccinations, and developmental screenings.
• Collaborated with parents to address behavioral and nutritional concerns.
• Gained hands-on experience with pediatric asthma, ADHD, and acute care protocols
• Evaluated child's response to treatment through phone calls and follow up visits.
• Developed strong relationships with community resources to assist patients in accessing necessary support services.
• Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.

o Provide nursing care to the critically ill in the trauma unit, telemetry, and stepdown unit

o Collaborate and communicate with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes

o Commended by management for excellent delegation, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

o Act as a patient advocate and implement total patient care for critically ill patients with problems ranging from septic shock to multiple organ dysfunction syndrome, and oversee unit staffing.

o Provide education to patients and families on medications, recovery, coping skills, and community Resources by customizing patient education tools and discharge

o Reduced the length of patient stay with effective care implementation and discharge planning

• Administered medications and treatments according to prescribed protocols and patient care plans.
• Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team for timely intervention.
• Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
• Educated patients and families on health management, medication usage, and post-discharge care.
• Coordinated and consulted with healthcare teams to plan, implement, assess, and evaluate patient care plans, assisted with patient respiratory needs by administering oxygen, applying suction, and performing jaw thrust.
• Provided skilled, timely, and level-headed emergency response to critically ill patients
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches effectively.
• Maintained the highest levels of patient satisfaction, winning many Oscars for Best Nurse.