Megan Hamler
Burnham,PA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in outpatient and inpatient patient care areas. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing effectively with doctors, specialized support services, patients, and visiting families.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
Lewistown , PA
10.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, and healthcare team members regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Geisinger Women's Health Office
Lewistown, PA
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Rooming of scheduled patients, obtained vital signs, updated patient history and medication lists.
- Assisted physicians with minor in-office gynecological procedures.
- Participated in obstetric care and education.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Geisinger Convenient Care
Burnham, PA
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Registration of walk in appointments.
- Obtained vital signs, administered medications, specimen collection and assisted providers with minor procedures.
- Responsible for ordering clinic supplies as well as stocking exam rooms between each patient.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Geisinger Ophthalmology Clinic
Lewistown, PA
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted with minor in-office ophthalmic surgical procedures.
- Scheduled OR cases, office appointments, and maintained patient phone calls.
- Roomed patients, performed documentation of updated medication lists and patient concerns.
Emergency Department Technician
Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
Lewistown, PA
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Performed EKGs on patients as requested by physician or nurse.
- Prepared examination rooms prior to patient visits by stocking supplies such as gowns, linens and instruments.
- Assisted with fitting patients for casts, crutches and other medical devices.
- Assisted nurses and doctors with patient care by taking vital signs, providing wound care, and collecting specimens.
Patient Care Assistant
Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
Lewistown, PA
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Observed safety precautions when handling hazardous materials such as linens, soiled dressings or infectious waste.
- Reported any changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse immediately.
- Monitored vital signs including pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided.
Dietary Aide
Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
Lewistown, PA
03.2015 - 05.2016
- Set up trays for patients upon request.
- Delivered meals to residents and patients in their rooms when requested.
- Assisted with preparation of snacks and other light meals.
- Provided assistance with meal setup, serving, and clean up as needed.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Geisinger School of Nursing
Lewistown, PA05-2025
PN Diploma - Practical Nursing
Mifflin County Academy of Science And Technology
Lewistown, PA03-2019
High School Diploma -
Mifflin County High School
Lewistown, PA05-2016
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Organizational Skills
- Multitasking
- Prioritization Skills
LPN Chair Representative
- Selected as the LPN representative for my class at Geisinger School of Nursing. Attended monthly meetings with faculty of the school and participated in extracurricular activities.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Geisinger Women's Health Office
10.2021 - 10.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Geisinger Convenient Care
01.2021 - 10.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Geisinger Ophthalmology Clinic
05.2019 - 01.2021
Emergency Department Technician
Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
06.2018 - 06.2020
Patient Care Assistant
Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
06.2016 - 06.2018
Dietary Aide
Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
03.2015 - 05.2016
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Geisinger School of Nursing
PN Diploma - Practical Nursing
Mifflin County Academy of Science And Technology
High School Diploma -
Mifflin County High School