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Megan Brown

171 Joiner Road Equality,AL

Summary

Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with expertise in hospital medicine, women's health, hospice, management and supervision of medical staff as well as billing, auditing, meeting compliance of metrics and measures. Skilled in inpatient teaching with a strong emphasis in critical care, case management and administration. Experience in delivering high standards of culturally competent care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Reputation as self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication and leadership skills. Successful in managing time, prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner

TeamHealth
03.2022 - Current
  • Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • Delivered primary care for patients and handled diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation or specialty services, follow-up care, evening urgent care call and on-call emergency consultation.
  • Managed patients with acute and chronic conditions.
  • Explained treatment plan care, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.

Registered Nurse ER Trauma Coordinator and Auditor

Baptist Health
11.2013 - 2025
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system for abstracting and reporting to authorities to maintain hospital compliance.
  • Contributes substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation. Ensures HIPAA compliance.
  • Processes monthly reports for department performance to increase unit productivity for a 17 bed and a 78 bed ED.
  • Conducts charts audits of documentation & utilization reviews.
    Maintains the monthly Alabama Trauma Registry and Conscious Sedation reports.
  • Billing and Coding of ED charts.
  • Tracks LOS, LWOT, LBT, AMA, Transfer, and Diversions of ED patients.
  • Interprets culture and sensitivity reports and consults with provider & pharmacist as needed for proper
    treatment of ED patients.
  • Closely monitors acute conditions of ED patients.
    Instructs patients and family members on proper discharge care.
    Coordinates Quality Improvement Activities (QIA's) to identify performance areas for improvement.
  • Trains new staff on facility policy and procedures.
  • Follows infection control procedures and reporting to ADPH.
    Ensure quality & continuity of patient care.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Baptist Health
11.2013 - 2025
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
  • Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
  • Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Evaluated intensive care patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.

Travel Registered Nurse

Southeast Healthcare
2023 - 2023
  • Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
  • Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, including central line placements, lumbar punctures, and thoracenteses.
  • Provided critical care to patients in emergency situations, stabilizing conditions and facilitating swift recovery.

Travel Registered Nurse

Atrium Healthcare of North Carolina
2022 - 2023
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
  • Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
  • Administered medications and treatments with high degree of accuracy, ensuring patient safety and adherence to healthcare protocols.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions for patients between departments by coordinating with healthcare professionals, enhancing overall patient experience.
  • Enhanced efficiency in emergency response procedures, contributing to hospital's ability to handle critical situations effectively.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to fluctuating workloads while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure, effectively managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.

Nurse Practitioner Corona Care Virus Clinic

Baptist Heath
02.2020 - 02.2022
  • Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Delivered primary care for patients and handled diagnosis, treatment, referral for consultation or specialty services, follow-up care, evening urgent care call and on-call emergency consultation.
  • Reviewed lab test results.

Nurse Practitioner

OBGYN Associates Of Montgomery
11.2017 - 08.2019
  • Performed initial consultations with patients to determine ailments and illness, documented medical history and conducted physical examinations.
  • Provided prenatal care to pregnant women, delivered babies and provided postnatal care to mother and infant.
  • Collaborated with nurses and other medical professionals to deliver top-of-the-line care to every patient.
  • Called patients with follow up needs or lab results.
  • Evaluated and assessed patients by reviewing medical history.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Focus on female sexual Health and Reproductive Annual assessments including screening, evaluation, immunizations, counseling, preventive care.
  • Able to perform variety of procedures including endometrial biopsy, pap smear, LARC insertions & removals (IUD, Nexplanon), vulvar biopsy.
  • Provides contraception, counseling on reproductive issues and assisting with family planning needs.
  • Assess, treat, and report STIs per ADPH guidelines.
  • Identified process improvements in the day-to-day functioning of the department.
  • Provides preventive care such as physicals and gynecological examinations.
  • Educated staff on state and federal statutes, rules and regulations governing services.

Case Manager

Baptist Hospice
11.2012 - 11.2013
  • Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
  • Guided patients' loved ones and caregivers in pain management, wound care and medication dosing.
  • Created and applied tailored care plans that would meet each patient's individualized needs.
  • Utilized effective interpersonal, writing and active listening skills to build and cultivate positive relationships with patients, caregivers and physicians.
  • Delivered respectful, compassionate care to each patient and family member.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer,
    Alzheimer's and Paget's disease.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
  • Adeptly handled all aspects of treatment from medication, wound care, pain management, and foley catheters for approximately 12-14 patient case load.

Case Manager

Hospice of Montgomery
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Coordinated support services and optimized communication between healthcare workers and patients.
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • Conducted physical assessments and provided continuous patient education.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management of various disease processes.
  • Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
  • Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
  • Assisted patients with daily functions and provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.
  • Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
  • Adeptly handled all aspects of treatment from medication, wound care, pain management, and foley catheters for approximately 8-10 patient case load.
  • Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
  • Participated in a call rotation for nights and weekends overseeing the patient's needs.

Account Representative

Quality Home Healthcare
01.2005 - 01.2010
  • Received and processed client payments, and updated accounts.
  • Reached out to customers to assess satisfaction levels and current needs.
  • Reviewed accounts for delinquencies and other ongoing issues.
  • Offered proactive resolution ideas while driving actionable responses to questions, concerns or challenges, boosting client satisfaction ratings.
  • Offered available products and solutions to meet diverse requirements.
  • Reset store displays for special events and seasonal merchandise changes.
  • Developed creative sales tools by communicating product value to providers and patients, including presentations, trend reports, product data sheets and criteria to meet medical necessity requirements for durable medical equipment.
  • Collaborated with owners to define positioning and messaging of durable medical equipment products, and plan targeted providers, and public relations.
  • Received and processed medical records requests and audited records for accuracy.
  • Electronically processed insurance claims through Palmetto's DDE system and private insurance carriers involving ICD-9 and HCPS coding.
  • Filed insurance appeals as necessary with patient denials.
    Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts.
  • Fitted patients as needed for durable medical equipment.

Office Manager

Helping Hearts Hospice LLC
01.2003 - 01.2005
  • Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives. Managed facility operations.
  • Trained and mentored administrative staff members in company policies, daily task execution and industry best practices.
  • Implemented new hire training to further develop skills and initiate discussions on task prioritization.
  • Resolved conflicts between physicians, nurses and administrative staff to maintain optimal workflows.
  • Initiated training and education programs for supporting healthcare staff.
  • Reviewed and assessed staff processes, reducing hazards posed for residents and staff while promoting regulatory compliance.
  • Headed clinical oversight to devise and establish policies, procedures and best practices in alignment with regulatory requirements.
  • Processed monthly reports for organization performance.
    Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.
  • Developed office flyer notifications for important policy changes, office news and events.
  • Performed complex general accounting functions, including preparation of journal entries, account analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Met with stakeholders and maintained productive relationships.
    Made strategic decisions regarding future targets.
  • Submitted strategic plans for organization improvements.
  • Maintained compliance with state and company requirements.
  • Reconciled discrepancies between accounts receivable.

Administrative Assistant

Mitch Devers State Farm
01.2000 - 01.2003
  • Composed correspondence, reports and meeting notes.
  • Balanced monthly general ledger accounts to accurately record cost and month end accruals.
  • Posted insurance premium payments and receipts to appropriate general ledger accounts.
  • Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
  • Scanned documentation and entered into the database.
    Organized forms, made photocopies, filed records and prepared correspondence and reports.
  • Reviewed and updated client correspondence files and scheduling database.
  • Assisted with receptionist duties, file organization and research and customer service.
  • Called existing and prospective clients each week to select appropriate insurance policies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Jacksonville State University

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

Troy University
05.2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

Troy University
12.2011

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Troy University
12.2006

Skills

  • Skilled manager
  • Experienced preceptor
  • Preventive health strategies, Preventive medical care
  • Organized, Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Accounting, Qualified in Healthcare Billing, ICD coding, Metrics, Audits
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Enthusiastic, Engaged Team Member
  • Palliative care, Hospice proficiency
  • Auditing, EMR proficient, Typing 70wpm, Healthcare Policies
  • Acute Care Experience
  • High Level of Autonomy, Dependable
  • Public Relations
  • Proficient with variety of EMRs including Harris Digi Chart, Athena, Citrix, Cerner, First Net, Power Chart, Epic
  • Quality control, Quality assurance
  • Patient/Family Advocate, Professional Bedside
  • ANCC Certification
  • ACLS, PALS, BLS
  • NIH Certification
  • Secure Certification
  • TNCC Certification
  • Adept at Prioritizing and Managing
  • Thorough Physical Assessments
  • Persistently Learns

Timeline

Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner

TeamHealth
03.2022 - Current

Nurse Practitioner Corona Care Virus Clinic

Baptist Heath
02.2020 - 02.2022

Nurse Practitioner

OBGYN Associates Of Montgomery
11.2017 - 08.2019

Registered Nurse ER Trauma Coordinator and Auditor

Baptist Health
11.2013 - 2025

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Baptist Health
11.2013 - 2025

Case Manager

Baptist Hospice
11.2012 - 11.2013

Case Manager

Hospice of Montgomery
01.2011 - 01.2012

Account Representative

Quality Home Healthcare
01.2005 - 01.2010

Office Manager

Helping Hearts Hospice LLC
01.2003 - 01.2005

Administrative Assistant

Mitch Devers State Farm
01.2000 - 01.2003

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

Troy University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Troy University

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Troy University

Travel Registered Nurse

Southeast Healthcare
2023 - 2023

Travel Registered Nurse

Atrium Healthcare of North Carolina
2022 - 2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Jacksonville State University

Education and Training

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