Meagan Whitaker
Campton,NH
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience over 20 years in direct patient care settings, excelling in patient care and team leadership. Proven ability in developing effective care plans and enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in emergency preparedness and group management, fostering a collaborative environment that drives quality improvement and patient satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Equine Thearpy/Trail Guide
Lucky 7 Stables.
08.2021 - Current
- Guided groups through diverse trail routes, ensuring safety and adherence to guidelines.
- Assisted in organizing trail maintenance activities, promoting environmental stewardship.
- Conducted pre-trail safety checks on equipment and gear to ensure readiness.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly during excursions.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Home Health and Hospice Care
06.2023 - 10.2025
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Managed patient documentation in compliance with regulatory standards and agency protocols.
- Expedited wound healing using advanced wound care techniques such as negative pressure therapy or hydrocolloid dressings when appropriate.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent monitoring of patients'' progress and timely interventions in-home settings.
- Streamlined communication with physicians, ensuring accurate documentation and prompt updates on patient conditions.
- Collaborated with external healthcare providers to facilitate seamless transitions between acute care settings and home environments.
- Facilitated timely referrals to specialists or other healthcare professionals when necessary to address patient needs effectively.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings regularly to discuss complex cases, share best practices, and develop collaborative solutions for challenging patient situations.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines governing home healthcare practice through meticulous attention to detail in documentation processes and quality assurance measures.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care across various settings.
Director of Nursing
Advocates, Inc.
03.2019 - 11.2022
- Directed nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and improving health outcomes.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, ensuring compliance with state regulations and accreditation standards.
- Led strategic planning initiatives to enhance operational efficiency within nursing departments.
- Mentored and trained nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Analyzed patient care data to inform decision-making and drive quality improvement initiatives across the organization.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Administration
Salem State University
Salem, Massachusetts, MA12.2008
Skills
- Emergency preparedness
- Group management
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
- Customer engagement
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
- Team coordination
- Public relations
- Sales skills
- Quality assurance
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Timeline
Home Health RN Case Manager
Home Health and Hospice Care
06.2023 - 10.2025
Equine Thearpy/Trail Guide
Lucky 7 Stables.
08.2021 - Current
Director of Nursing
Advocates, Inc.
03.2019 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Administration
Salem State University