- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Community Cleanup
- Documenting and sharing travel experiences
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
Megan Sorensen
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with proven expertise in vital signs monitoring and compassionate care, honed across roles at Pikeville Medical Center and Paintsville ARH. Excelled in patient assessment and infection control, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Skilled in direct patient care, demonstrating exceptional clinical judgment and family education.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Extern
Pikeville Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
Registered Medical Assistant
Paintsville ARH
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Prepared examination rooms with necessary tools and instruments prior to each appointment, enabling smooth transitions between patients.
- Assisted physicians with various medical procedures, ensuring accurate results and timely treatment.
Registered Medical Assistant
Pikeville Medical Center
11.2019 - 05.2022
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Completed thorough chart reviews to ensure proper documentation of all pertinent medical information.
CNA
Pikeville Medical Center
04.2014 - 11.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Associate of Science - ADN Nursing Program
American National University
Pikeville, KY11.2024
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Wound Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Catheter Care
- Patient Assessment
- Injection Administration
- Infection Control
- Health Promotion
- Family Education
Certification
- BLS Certification Training - Exp 02/26
Interests
Timeline
Nurse Extern
Pikeville Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
Registered Medical Assistant
Paintsville ARH
05.2022 - 08.2024
Registered Medical Assistant
Pikeville Medical Center
11.2019 - 05.2022
CNA
Pikeville Medical Center
04.2014 - 11.2019
Associate of Science - ADN Nursing Program
American National University