EPIC
Meagan Rice
Registered Nurse, Critical Care
Gainesville,Florida
Summary
Seasoned NIHSS Certified, BSN-RN bringing 5 years of clinical experience delivering exceptional evidenced based care to critically ill patients, with three foundational years of LPN skills. Recognized leader guiding teams towards excellence in patient and family satisfaction goals and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certificates
2
2
Languages
Work History
ICU Nurse (Staff, PRN, Charge, Rapid Response)
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital
Gainesville, FL
11.2017 - Current
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments
- Cared for patients in 24-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
- Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patient's individual needs and concerns
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventative measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Managed JP drains and chest, ventricular, nasogastric, G and peg tubes
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center Downtown
Jacksonville, United States
07.2022 - 10.2022
- July 2022-October 2022 Internal Travel Position
- Provided direct care in stabilization of neurological critical care patients and collaborated in next course of action with providers.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, management of invasive neurological interventions, and reported minute and critical findings to advance patient care
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Aya Healthcare
01.2022 - 06.2022
- January 2022 - Baycare St. Joseph's, MICU/Neuro ICU - Cerner
- April 2022 - Kindred St. Petersburg, ICU - Protouch
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Performed exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Followed individual facility policies and procedures adjusting care habits accordingly.
Travel Registered Nurse, ICU
Medical Solutions
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Aug 2020 - Orlando Health, Critical Care Float Pool, Sunrise
- December 2020 - Baptist Health, Bethesda Hospital East, ICU, Cerner
- February 2021 - Orlando Health, Critical Care Float Pool, Sunrise/EPIC
- June 2021, August 2021 - Piedmont Fayette Hospital, ICU, EPIC
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and evidenced based nursing practices
- Followed individual facility policies and procedures adjusting care habits accordingly.
Correctional Nurse, LPN/RN
Maxim Healthcare
Fort Lauderdale, FL
11.2015 - 09.2017
- Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
- Created and implemented care plans for inmates suffering from chronic conditions.
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care on average to 100 patients daily.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Grand Court
Pompano Beach, FL
11.2014 - 09.2015
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with supervisor to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Performed medication administration for large census, oftentimes 60-80 patients on each medication pass.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL 03.2021 - 04.2021
Associate of Arts - Biological Sciences
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL 05.2019 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL 05.2016 - 05.2017
Technical Degree - Practical Nursing
William T. McFatter Technical College
Fort Lauderdale, FL 01.2013 - 08.2014
Skills
EVD/CNS Monitoring and Interpretation
Prismaflex CVVHDF
Arctic Sun/TTM Therapy
Rotoprone/ARDS Therapies
Neuro/Septic/HypoV/Cardio Shock States
TPA Administration and Monitoring
Strong Clinical Judgement
Vasoactive, Sedative, Paralytic Infusion & Titration
Ventilator Management
Software
CERNER
MEDITECH
Sunrise
Protouch
Certification
ACLS
Quote
A mature person is one who does not think only in absolutes, who is able to be objective even when deeply stirred emotionally, who has learned that there is both good and bad in all people and all things, and who walks humbly and deals charitably with the circumstances of life.
Eleanor Roosevelt