Mara Meighen
Reno
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with 12 months of experience working at Renown on Telemetry 7 in the Progressive Care Unit. Dependable candidate with positive attitude, effective time management, and excellent prioritization skills. Eager and passionate to gain acute care experience. Critical thinker focused on achieving group goals, company goals, and positive patient outcomes using evidence-based practices. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Renown Regional Medical Center
12.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
LPN
Columbia Vent Home
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
Student RN
Columbia Allergy & Asthma Clinic
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
LPN
Legacy AFH LLC
08.2021 - 06.2022
Direct Support Professional
Turn Community Services
06.2017 - 12.2018
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Boise State University
Boise, ID12.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Sumner College
Portland, OR07.2023
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Sumner College
Portland, OR08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Theatre Arts
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT05.2019
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound care
- Chest pain management
- Tracheostomy care
- ADL assistance
- Documentation and charting
Affiliations
Rural Health Scholars- Southern Utah University, Cedar City, UT
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (WA, CA) - 2 years
- BLS Certification - Current
- ACLS Certification- Current
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Renown Regional Medical Center
12.2023 - Current
Student RN
Columbia Allergy & Asthma Clinic
05.2023 - 06.2023
LPN
Columbia Vent Home
09.2022 - 09.2023
LPN
Legacy AFH LLC
08.2021 - 06.2022
Direct Support Professional
Turn Community Services
06.2017 - 12.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Sumner College
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Sumner College
Bachelor of Science - Theatre Arts
Southern Utah University
- Licensed Practical Nurse (WA, CA) - 2 years
- BLS Certification - Current
- ACLS Certification- Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Boise State University
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