Claire Meeks
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
04.2021 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
01.2019 - 04.2020
- Neurosurgical Intensive Care Unit
- Participated as department liaison for QSEN Committee to develop departmental quality improvement initiatives to achieve higher standard of patient care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Psychiatric Nurse Intern
Metro Health Systems
09.2017 - 01.2019
- Communicated with patients to ascertain feelings and need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Supported nursing staff by identifying and reporting changes in patient condition and evaluating safety concerns.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Recommended therapeutic action plans and treatments based on results from behavioral assessments.
- Worked with interdisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment plans.
- Assisted in coordination of mental health support services provided by care team.
Clinical Technician, Intensive Care Unit
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
06.2017 - 03.2018
- Assisted in implementation of customized care plans, focusing on patient wellness and comfort.
- Monitored patients and maintained detailed records for physician review.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Worked with physicians and nurses in patience care excellence.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
The Ohio State University
Columbus04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Cleveland, OH10.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ohio University
Athens, OH05.2016
Skills
- Medication Education
- Patient Education
- Emotional Resilience
- Emergency Response
- Psychological Assessment Assistance
- Mental Health Assessments
- Clear Patient Communication
- Patient Rights Advocacy
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- CPI Certification
- NIHSS Certification
Volunteer
My Sisters Place - Athens, OH
- Domestic Violence Agency
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
04.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
01.2019 - 04.2020
Psychiatric Nurse Intern
Metro Health Systems
09.2017 - 01.2019
Clinical Technician, Intensive Care Unit
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
06.2017 - 03.2018
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ohio University
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