Maegan Smith
Summary
Enthusiastic Nursing Student with hands-on experience as a Nurse Extern in a fast-paced ER. Proficient in life support, patient triage, IV insertion, phlebotomy, vital signs monitoring, and medication administration. Skilled in using Electronic Health Records (EHR) and operating medical equipment. Strong communicator and critical thinker, committed to patient-centered care and safety. Passionate about working with children and providing exceptional pediatric care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse Extern
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
2010 Brookwood Medical Center Dr, Birmingham, AL
11.2023 - Current
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Proactively sought out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals, growing in clinical knowledge and aptitude.
- Shadowed experienced nurses as they provided direct patient care, learning essential techniques for effective bedside manner and communication.
- Observed patient behavior and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Increased emergency room efficiency with proficient use of electronic health record systems for documentation.
- Improved communication between healthcare team members by accurately documenting patient information and progress.
- Developed strong time-management skills by balancing multiple responsibilities during fast-paced hospital shifts.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care during high-stress situations.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
Clinical Experience
Children's Of Alabama Hospital
1600 7th Avenue South Birmingham, Alabama 35233
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing patients'' needs, enabling timely identification of potential concerns requiring intervention from nursing staff or physicians.
- Actively sought feedback from nursing staff and incorporated constructive criticism into personal practice for continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- Monitored patient health status to detect changes and unusual patterns and report to medical staff.
Daycare Teacher
Little Angel Day School
1125 Sherrod Ave, Florence, AL 35630
10.2019 - 07.2022
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate rewards systems.
- Promoted language acquisition in young learners with engaging storytelling, songs, and word games.
- Collaborated with fellow daycare teachers to create a cohesive educational experience across all classrooms within the center.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bevill State Community College
Sumiton, AL08.2024
Skills
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Medication Administration
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Decision-Making
- Compassionate Care
Timeline
Clinical Experience
Children's Of Alabama Hospital
05.2024 - 07.2024
Student Nurse Extern
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
11.2023 - Current
Daycare Teacher
Little Angel Day School
10.2019 - 07.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bevill State Community College