MEAGHAN HUDSON
Maineville,OH
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with 15+ years in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven 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. Ability to deliver ongoing treatment plans and medications for patients after gathering, analyzing, and interpreting pertinent data. Passionate about the role of the health and wellness of an organization while exceeding current goals. Proven ability to combine vision, ingenuity, and business acumen to support organizational effectiveness, reach, and overall expansion.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
The Urology Group
Norwod, OH
07.2021 - Current
- Interviewed patients before the procedure to determine if the patient was a candidate for the procedure
- Thoroughly investigated health history to include current medical conditions, prescriptions, and previous surgeries canceling procedures if patients were not deemed medically fit for the surgery
- Administered medications as ordered; Cared for specimens and cultures as directed by set policies and procedures; Circulate and assist on urological procedures
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Premiere Medical Home
Fort Carson, CO
06.2013 - 10.2015
- Primary care, assessment and evaluation of pediatric patients.
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.Ensured HIPAA compliance.
- Performed basic physical assessments and documentation of newborn through adolescents.
- Counseled and provided education to patient and their families' and documented per protocol.
- Placed referrals, medication refills and scheduled follow ups as needed.
- Followed infection control procedures.
- Assisted doctor with minor procedures.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for laboratory testing.
- Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Children’s Hospital Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
01.2010 - 11.2012
- Handled needs of chronically ill clients, including caring for feeding tubes, ventilators, and gastrostomy tubes.
- Provided population specific patient care.
- Employed the plan of care to provide nursing care to patients.
- Administered medications as prescribed.
- Utilized patient care equipment within the scope of training.
- Observed and communicated changes in patient condition to the registered nurse. Directed patient/family issues and concerns to the registered nurse.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Home Health Care, Blue Ash
, OH
11.2008 - 03.2010
- Handled needs of chronically ill clients, including caring for feeding tubes, ventilators, and gastrostomy tubes.
- Provided population specific patient care.
- Employed the plan of care to provide nursing care to patients.
- Administered medications as prescribed.
- Utilized patient care equipment within the scope of training.
- Observed and communicated changes in patient condition to the registered nurse. Directed patient/family issues and concerns to the registered nurse.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Jewish Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
10.2007 - 01.2009
- Served as a member of an interdisciplinary team taking care of patients on the cardiac floor post-op bypass, cardiac catheterization, myocardial infarction, and other co-occurring conditions.
- Provided direct patient care in accordance with current standards of practice, and hospital and nursing policies.
- Developed key relationships with primary care physicians, cardiologist, and other clinicians to maintain patient continuum of care throughout hospital stay.
- Communicated, educated, and provided support with patients and families.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed per physician's orders.
- Observed, recorded, and communicated changes in patient condition to the registered nurse.
- Assisted with the development of the plan of care and actively participated in patient care conferences.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jewish Hospital
Cincinnati, OH
09.2000 - 05.2007
- Provided patient care by assisting patients with comfort measures, activities of daily living, and procedures as directed by the Registered Nurse.
- Observed and communicated changes in the patient's condition to the Registered Nurse. Directed patient/family issues and concerns to the Registered Nurse.
- Provided population specific patient care based on the unit scope of services.
- Adhered to the safety policies and procedures of the organization. Recognized and reported potential safety issues.
- Demonstrated the ability to utilize patient care equipment within the scope of training.
- Maintained confidentiality and actively supports patient/family rights.
- Supported and contributed to the organizational cost-saving initiatives.
- Participated in unit/divisional shared leadership councils.
Education
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S - Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, NY12.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Scarlet Oaks Career Development
Cincinnati, OH05.2007
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OHSkills
- Strong communication/ Organization
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Collaboration/ Teamwork
- Time management
- Detailed oriented
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient and Family Advocacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
The Urology Group
07.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Premiere Medical Home
06.2013 - 10.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse
Children’s Hospital Cincinnati
01.2010 - 11.2012
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Home Health Care, Blue Ash
11.2008 - 03.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse
Jewish Hospital
10.2007 - 01.2009
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jewish Hospital
09.2000 - 05.2007
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S - Nursing
Excelsior College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Scarlet Oaks Career Development
Sinclair Community College
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