Meagan Dowlen
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Graduate Licensed Practical Nurse from Chattanooga State Community College seeking to pursue career opportunities as a Practical Nurse through application of the nursing process to perform delegated functions under direction and supervision of the RN and in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary team.
Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader; professionally recognized for delivering standards of excellence in prioritizing and providing exceptional patient care. Offering proven clinical knowledge, interpersonal strengths, organization, adaptation, and technical abilities in a fast-paced environment while pursuing higher education in Nursing.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Patient Care Technician II
CHI Memorial Hospital
07.2022 - Current
- 2024: Caring Spirit Award Winner
- PCT Certification 2024
- 2023: Recipient of 5N PCT of Excellence Award.
- Secretary for PCT Counsel and 5N Unit Counsel.
- Wound Care Committee (SWAT) Member
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with essential tasks; streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, surgical prep, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Precepted new PCTs, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures and nursing best practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care; working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented wounds and H.A.P.I by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques and documentation.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Relationship Banker
First Horizon
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Cultivated strong customer relationships by providing tailored advice and services.
- Analyzed customers' financial information to deliver personalized account guidance.
- Facilitated customer transactions, including deposits, withdrawals and transfers.
- Developed and maintained strong customer relationships, providing exceptional service and advice, maintaining in-depth product and service knowledge for well-informed customer advice.
Relationship Banker
TRUIST
11.2018 - 06.2021
- Strong Math, Communication and Critical Thinking Skills.
- Ensure customer satisfaction and utilize problem solving skills in order to resolve issues or concerns with banking products or services.
- Computer and Data Entry Experience
- Ability to maintain professional, positive work ethic and environment in high stress environments
Ability to Establish and Retain Client Relationships and Build Trust. - Ability to evaluate customers needs, provide banking solutions provide referrals or establish new banking or credit products.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Assistant Banking Center Manager
JP Morgan Chase
05.2016 - 11.2018
- Hiring, supervision, and performance management of associates.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail with ability to research and resolve problems or discrepancies.
- Monitor bank operations functionality to measure and track service and accuracy levels and maintain supporting documentation of performance.
- Review, prepare and revise reporting and data.
- Compliance with federal laws, bank policies, and guidelines set forth by government agencies.
Education
LPN - Practical Nursing
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN08.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN05.2026
Skills
- Cardiovascular & Med Surg In-Patient Care and Monitoring
- Phlebotomy
- CPR/AED First Aid
- Shared Governance
(Including Vitals, Blood Glucose, Bladder Scan, Specimen Collection, EKG, Telemetry, Chest Tubes/Drains, & Cardiac Rehab)
- Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Deescalation
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care and Maintenance (ADL Support)
- Provide Support To Nursing Staff, Physicians, and Other Hospital Staff to ensure an effective Multidisciplinary Team
- Compassion, Empathy, and Professional Bedside Manner
(PCT Counsel, Unit Counsel, Wound Care Counsel)
Certification
- Certified Patient Care Technician - CPCT
(exp: April 2026)
- AHA National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale - NIHSS
(exp: June 2025)
- AHA Basic Life Support Certification - BLS
(exp: August 2025)
- American Red Cross First Aid Certification
(exp: August 2025)
- CPT - Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Timeline
Certified Patient Care Technician II
CHI Memorial Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Relationship Banker
First Horizon
06.2021 - 06.2022
Relationship Banker
TRUIST
11.2018 - 06.2021
Assistant Banking Center Manager
JP Morgan Chase
05.2016 - 11.2018
LPN - Practical Nursing
Chattanooga State Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Chattanooga State Community College