Megan Claudfelter
Reading,PA
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
The Reading Hospital SurgiCenter at Spring Ridge
Wyomissing, Pennsylvania
03.2012 - Current
- Coordinated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and healthcare professionals to enhance patient care.
- Supported physicians during intraoperative procedures, ensuring precise specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient care during procedures.
- Documented patient medical records accurately throughout the perioperative process, facilitating continuity of care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency in the department.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with family members or other health team members.
Registered Nurse
The Reading Hospital Operating Room
Reading, Pennsylvania
12.1999 - 03.2012
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient care during procedures.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Assisted physicians with intraoperative procedures including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a sterile environment in the OR.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control standards.
- Trained new nursing staff on operating room protocols and emergency procedures.
- Assisted in the preparation and organization of surgical instruments and supplies.
- Prepared surgical supplies and instruments for procedures in operating room.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
The Reading Hospital C2 Med/Surg
Reading
10.1998 - 12.1999
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Assisted in pre-operative and post-operative patient care and education.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Educated patients on discharge instructions and ongoing care needs.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA 08.1994 - 05.1998
Skills
- Podiatry resource nurse
- Vascular surgery inventory management
- Practice improvement council
- Infection control committee
- Education rounds co-chair
Certification
- CNOR
- BLS certified
- PA Registered Nurse License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
The Reading Hospital SurgiCenter at Spring Ridge
03.2012 - Current
Registered Nurse
The Reading Hospital Operating Room
12.1999 - 03.2012
Registered Nurse
The Reading Hospital C2 Med/Surg
10.1998 - 12.1999
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
08.1994 - 05.1998