Meagen R. Gunneson
Swartz Creek,MI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Hurley Medical Center
Flint, MI
09.2021 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis.
- Level One Trauma Center
- Cared for patients in 72-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patient.
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
McLaren Hospital Flint
Flint, MI
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Assisted surgeons with cutting of tissue, clamping and suturing during operational procedures.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Coordinated nursing care to be carried out according to facility guidelines and regulations.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
- Performed preoperative assessments on patients and evaluated overall health.
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes
- Assisted surgeons with cutting of tissue, clamping and suturing during operational procedures
Registered Nurse - Corrections
Genesee County Sheriff's Office
Flint, MI
04.2018 - 03.2022
- Responsibilities include customer services to deputies, physicians on staff, judges and lawyers
- Assists physicians in daily physicals and treatment calls
- Assist Dentist as needed for treatment calls
- Assessments and treatment plans for over 600 patients as needed
- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to assess patients' condition
- Provide education to patients in active withdrawal state and provide interventions while providing physical and psychological support
- Providing health education continually for patients
- Proper delegation and management of assignments for LPN and MA
- Motivated nursing staff to pursue advanced training and collaborated with unit leaders to identify skill needs
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities
Registered Nurse - ED Charge Nurse
McLaren Hospital
Flint, United States
07.2015 - 12.2020
- Responsibilities include customer service, maintaining accurate, detailed reports and records
- Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in patients' conditions
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs
- Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions
- Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition
- Direct and supervise less skilled nursing/health care personnel, or supervise particular unit on one shift
- Prepare patients for, and assist with, examinations and treatments
- Assist physicians and physician assistants in care of patients
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Oversaw work of nursing student technicians and externs to educate on proper procedures and how to prioritize care tasks
Firefighter/EMT/ Vice President
Taymouth Township Fire Department
Burt, United States
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public
- Calmly and effectively directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic
- Administered first aid and medical treatment to those injured during fires and car accidents
Technician/Phlebotomist/ Unit Secretary
St. Mary's of Michigan
Saginaw, MI
01.2004 - 10.2010
- Executed well-informed critical decision making in high-pressure situations
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
- Created and maintained computerized record management systems to record and process data and generate reports
- Received, recorded and addressed incoming and outgoing communication via telephone and email
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care
- Demonstrated strong commitment to quality care through continuous training and development
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL01.2020
Associate Degree - Nursing
Mott Community College
Flint, MI05.2015
Skills
- Registered Nurse
- Advanced Cardiac Life support
- Treatment Planning
- Care Planning
- First Aid CPR, AED
- Trauma Certified Core Nursing
- Emergency Pediatric Nursing Certified
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Stroke Certified
Additional Information
- McLaren Hospital - Employee of the Month, August 2015
- McLaren Hospital - Employee of the Month, December 2015
- McLaren Hospital - Employee of the Month December, 2018
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (2015-Present)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification (2015- Present )
- BLS certified (2015-Present)
- Trauma Nurse Certified (2015-Present)
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Certified (2015-2021)
- Stroke Certified (2015-Present)
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Hurley Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
McLaren Hospital Flint
12.2020 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse - Corrections
Genesee County Sheriff's Office
04.2018 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse - ED Charge Nurse
McLaren Hospital
07.2015 - 12.2020
Firefighter/EMT/ Vice President
Taymouth Township Fire Department
01.2005 - 01.2011
Technician/Phlebotomist/ Unit Secretary
St. Mary's of Michigan
01.2004 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate Degree - Nursing
Mott Community College
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