Megan Cook
Fairmont
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with strong background in home health care. Demonstrates expertise in patient care, medication administration, and wound management. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Skilled in patient assessments, care planning, and maintaining patient comfort and safety. Reliable, flexible, and consistently delivers high-quality care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse
WVU Medicine
Clarksburg, WV
07.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient condition for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care services.
- Managed wound care for patients, resulting in faster healing times and reduced risk of infection.
Student of Practical Nursing
Clinical Rotations In Both Inpatient And Outpatient Settings
North Central West Virginia
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Enhanced patient care by effectively applying nursing techniques and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Implemented successful therapeutic communication techniques that helped reduce anxiety levels among distressed patients or family members during challenging situations.
- Demonstrated professionalism in all interactions with patients, families, and healthcare team members while maintaining confidentiality and upholding ethical standards.
- Utilized evidence-based practice principles to inform decision-making processes in daily nursing activities.
Home Health Aide
Visiting Angels
Bridgeport, WV
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes, cooking, and ensured clean and organized living space for patients.
Rehab Nurse Technician
Leesville Rehabilitation Hospital
Leesville, LA
08.2012 - 01.2013
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, easing challenges of rehabilitation processes.
- Provided hands-on assistance during physical therapy sessions as needed, supporting therapists in achieving desired outcomes.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques, promoting long-term health and reducing likelihood of readmission.
Certified Nursing Assistant
United Hospital Center
Bridgeport, WV
06.2007 - 04.2011
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Accurate charting in Epic System per agency policy.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
United Technical Center
Clarksburg, WV06.2024
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Physical assessments
- Medication administration
- Treatment implementation
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team collaboration
- Patient education
- Regulatory compliance
- Wound care management
- Fall prevention
- Diabetes management
- Health promotion
Certification
- BLS Provider
Timeline
Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse
WVU Medicine
07.2024 - Current
Student of Practical Nursing
Clinical Rotations In Both Inpatient And Outpatient Settings
07.2023 - 06.2024
Home Health Aide
Visiting Angels
09.2022 - 04.2023
Rehab Nurse Technician
Leesville Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2012 - 01.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
United Hospital Center
06.2007 - 04.2011
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
United Technical Center