Meagan Bishop
Atlanta
Summary
Thrives in high-pressure, patient-centered environments with skills in critical thinking, rapid decision-making, and effective communication. Seeking to transition into new field to leverage transferrable skills gained in intensive care settings. Dedicated to making meaningful impact and fostering positive outcomes in diverse professional landscapes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Saint Michael's Hospital
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems for effective communication.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, procedures, and post-discharge care needs.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes in the ICU setting.
- Adhered to infection control protocols, promoting a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Responded efficiently to medical emergencies within the hospital setting, providing life-saving interventions as needed.
- Administered blood products according to established protocols, closely monitoring patients for transfusion reactions or complications.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as central line insertions or bronchoscopies while maintaining strict sterile technique.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical illness or end-of-life situations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic findings to promptly identify changes in patient condition.
- Expedited discharge planning through effective collaboration with case managers, social workers, and outpatient providers.
- Improved end-of-life care by developing and implementing comprehensive palliative care plans.
Nurse Extern
Saint Michael's Hospital
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
- Documented and communicated patient information in EMR system for accurate tracking.
- Monitored and documented patient intake and output levels and reported concerns to care team.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working seamlessly across various clinical units based on staffing needs or volume fluctuations within the hospital setting.
- Handled specimen collection and prepared for transport to facilitate laboratory testing.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Texarkana College
Texarkana, TX05-2025
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Care planning
- Telemetry monitoring
- Critical care
- Physical assessments
- Medication distribution
Certification
BLS
ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Saint Michael's Hospital
06.2025 - Current
Nurse Extern
Saint Michael's Hospital
05.2024 - 06.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Texarkana College
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