Meaghan Divers
Canajoharie,NY
Summary
RN with over ten years of experience in Mental Health and Addiction Services.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
St. Mary’s Children’s Mental Health Clinic
Amsterdam, New York
06.2021 - 02.2023
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Complete intake and annual assessments.
- Triage
- Coordinate care with Patient, Therapist and Provider.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Manage Medication Line
RN-Inpatient Chemical Dependence Unit
St. Mary’s Hospital
Amsterdam, NY
01.2011 - 06.2021
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
RN Surgical Clinic
Bassett Medical Center
Cooperstown, New York
06.2009 - 01.2011
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
RN Floor Nurse
Albany Medical Center Hospital
Albany, New York
11.2008 - 06.2009
- Provided patient care plans in accordance with physician orders and established nursing protocols.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records according to hospital policy.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Reviewed lab values for accuracy prior to administering prescribed medications.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Monitored trends in patient progress over time using various tools such as flow sheets or charting systems.
- Educated families about nutrition, hygiene needs and home safety measures for successful discharge planning.
- Instructed patients on pre-and post-operative care instructions, diet modifications, medications and self-care techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Fulton Montgomery Community College
Johnstown, NY06-2008
Skills
- Basic life support
- Medical assessment
- Patient evaluation
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Medication administration
- Patient management
Timeline
RN
St. Mary’s Children’s Mental Health Clinic
06.2021 - 02.2023
RN-Inpatient Chemical Dependence Unit
St. Mary’s Hospital
01.2011 - 06.2021
RN Surgical Clinic
Bassett Medical Center
06.2009 - 01.2011
RN Floor Nurse
Albany Medical Center Hospital
11.2008 - 06.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Fulton Montgomery Community College