Megan Canning
Kennesaw,GA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Blake Medical Center, excelling in monitoring critical patients on the telemetry floor. Demonstrates critical thinking and culturally competent care, enhancing patient outcomes. Skilled in prioritizing patient needs and fostering collaborative environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
Marietta, GA
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Progressive Care Unit
Blake Medical Center
Bradenton, FL
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
- Promoted a positive work environment within the PCU team through collaboration, mutual respect, and proactive problem-solving approaches.
Nursing Student Tech
Summa Akron City Hospital
Akron, OH
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Successfully performed nursing skills such as IV starts, blood draws, and catheter insertions for the patients.
Sales Associate
Ulta
Fairlawn, OH
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Sales Associate
Victoria's Secret PINK
Fairlawn, OH
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
Nutritional Service Assistant
Heritage Valley Sewickley
Sewickley
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted with preparation and serving of food in line with established nutrition guidelines.
- Maintained food and sanitation standards to prevent food-borne illness and promote health.
- Provided support to individuals with special dietary need to meet unique nutritional requirements.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide optimal nutritional care for patients.
Education
Bachelors Degree In Nursing - Nursing
University of Akron
Akron, OH12.2023
Skills
- Prioritizing Patients
- Monitoring
- Culturally Competent Care
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Implementing QSEN competencies
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
10.2024 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Progressive Care Unit
Blake Medical Center
03.2024 - 10.2024
Nursing Student Tech
Summa Akron City Hospital
07.2023 - 11.2023
Sales Associate
Ulta
06.2022 - 11.2023
Sales Associate
Victoria's Secret PINK
05.2021 - 10.2021
Nutritional Service Assistant
Heritage Valley Sewickley
01.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelors Degree In Nursing - Nursing
University of Akron