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Meagan Donoway

Onancock,Virginia

Summary

Licensed Practical Nurse with 10+ years experience in clinical settings providing nursing care to diverse populations. A background in Emergency Medicine, Adult Medicine, Pediatrics, and skilled rehabilitation nursing. Professionally trained with experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Excellent communication skills and would be an asset to your team. I work extremely well and thrive with people, patients, and coworkers. Great computer skills and understanding of medical billing, and diagnosis coding, along with outstanding clinical skills. High level of knowledge base of EMR systems as well as Microsoft 365.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Information System, EMR Clinical Support LPN

Eastern Shore Rural Health System
Onancock, VA
10.2023 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of EMR system maintenance and upgrades.
  • Provided technical support and troubleshooting for EMR systems.
  • Created user accounts in the EMR system according to established procedures.
  • Assisted users with basic navigation of the EMR system as needed.
  • Monitored performance of the EMR systems to ensure optimal operation.
  • Conducted training sessions for staff on proper use of the EMR system.
  • Resolved issues related to patient information accuracy in the database.
  • Developed reports from patient data stored in the database using reporting tools provided by vendor.
  • Collaborated with vendors to identify new technologies that could be integrated into existing healthcare IT systems.
  • Worked closely with clinical staff to ensure efficient workflow processes while utilizing an electronic health record system.
  • Responded quickly to urgent requests from clinicians needing help accessing patient data within an electronic medical record database.
  • Assessed current workflows and identified areas where process improvement could be made through implementation of technology solutions.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Conducted quality assurance testing on EMR applications to ensure accuracy of data entry.
  • Analyzed user feedback to improve usability of electronic medical records software.
  • Worked closely with clinical users to understand their unique needs regarding functionality of the EMR system.
  • Collaborated with IT departments to ensure successful integration between EMR systems and other healthcare applications.

Health Education Coordinator

Eastern Shore Rural Health System
Onancock, VA
01.2022 - 10.2023
  • Developed and delivered health education materials to target audiences.
  • Provided guidance and support to healthcare staff regarding health education initiatives.
  • Conducted needs assessments to determine the most effective health education strategies for each audience.
  • Created evidence-based presentations on nutrition, physical activity, and disease prevention.
  • Collaborated with community organizations and local agencies to identify resources that could be used in health education programs.
  • Coordinated various events such as conferences, seminars, or webinars focused on health education topics.
  • Prepared reports summarizing data collected from surveys conducted among participants of health educational programs.
  • Evaluated existing programs to ensure they meet the needs of the target population.
  • Developed partnerships with stakeholders involved in implementing health promotion activities.
  • Participated in meetings with external partners to discuss current projects and potential collaborations.
  • Analyzed program outcomes data and made recommendations for improvement based on findings.
  • Provided technical assistance to healthcare providers regarding implementation of evidence-based interventions at their practice sites.
  • Presented public talks to promote specific topics and work of organization.
  • Implemented policies, procedures and programs to carry out educational standards and goals.

LPN and Shift Supervisor

Hartley Hall Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Pocomoke, Maryland
07.2014 - 01.2022
  • Oversee and manage clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism
  • Liaison between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans
  • Closely monitored acute conditions
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance
  • Developed and implemented nursing care plans
  • Documented patient information obtained from interviews
  • Delegated staff nurse duties
  • Followed infection control procedures
  • Assisted patients with daily functions
  • Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.

Licensed Practical Nurse- Adult and Pediatric Primary Care

Three Lower Counties Community Service
02.2011 - 06.2014
  • Primary care, assessment and evaluation of neonatal and pediatric patients
  • Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management
  • Performed lab tests and communicated results
  • Liaison between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans
  • Closely monitored acute conditions
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance
  • Developed and implemented nursing care plans
  • Documented patient information obtained from interviews
  • Trained new staff on quality control procedures
  • Followed infection control procedures
  • Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing
  • Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures
  • Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing
  • Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts
  • Routinely retracted patient throat cultures and prepared for lab submission
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.

Licensed Practical Nurse- Skilled Nursing Unit and Emergency Department

Shore Memorial Hospital
Nassawadox, VA
08.2010 - 02.2011
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs
  • Documented patient information obtained from interviews
  • Assessed patients and documented their medical histories
  • Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow
  • Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures
  • Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams
  • Provided patient education
  • Followed infection control procedures
  • Assisted patients with daily functions
  • Ensured safety and well-being of patients
  • Transported patients to and from different departments
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests
  • Chronic patient care in med-surg unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication to wound care to monitoring for number patients per shift
  • Examined patients and dispensed contraceptives and other medications as needed
  • Self-directed with astute judgment skills
  • High level of personal accountability
  • Performed lab tests and communicated results
  • Liaison between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care
  • Closely monitored acute conditions
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance
  • Developed and implemented nursing care plans
  • Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens
  • Followed infection control procedures.

Emergency Room Technician

Shore Memorial Hospital
Nassawadox, Virginia
06.2006 - 09.2010
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation
  • Documented patient information obtained from interviews
  • Followed infection control procedures
  • Assisted patients with daily functions
  • Monitored fluid intake and output levels
  • Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab
  • Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing
  • Prepared specimens for analysis and established proper chronological priorities in testing
  • Maintained current knowledge of developments in technical instrumentation
  • Quickly responded to and resolved all customer service issues in a timely manner
  • Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory
  • Performed basic and advanced patient assessments
  • Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues
  • Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication and compassion
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs
  • Documented patient information obtained from interviews
  • Assessed patients and documented their medical histories
  • Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Eastern Shore Community College
06-2010

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient/family-focused
  • Patient evaluation/intervention
  • Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines
  • Thorough physical assessments
  • Venipuncture/blood draw expert/Pediatric and Adult
  • HIPPA compliance
  • Thorough clinical charting skills
  • Nursing Ethics
  • Medical Documentation
  • Diabetes Management and Education
  • Staff Supervision
  • EHR Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Adaptability in Technology
  • Problem-solving and Time Management capabilities
  • Process improvement techniques
  • Administrative Support
  • Logistical Planning

Certification

  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Certified BLS Instructor
  • CPR Certified
  • Certified Diabetic Lifestyle Coach

Timeline

Information System, EMR Clinical Support LPN

Eastern Shore Rural Health System
10.2023 - Current

Health Education Coordinator

Eastern Shore Rural Health System
01.2022 - 10.2023

LPN and Shift Supervisor

Hartley Hall Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
07.2014 - 01.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse- Adult and Pediatric Primary Care

Three Lower Counties Community Service
02.2011 - 06.2014

Licensed Practical Nurse- Skilled Nursing Unit and Emergency Department

Shore Memorial Hospital
08.2010 - 02.2011

Emergency Room Technician

Shore Memorial Hospital
06.2006 - 09.2010

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Eastern Shore Community College
  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Certified BLS Instructor
  • CPR Certified
  • Certified Diabetic Lifestyle Coach
Meagan Donoway