Megan Herrera

Provided safe, competent, high quality, patient and family-centered emergency care to a diverse patient population in a fast paced level 1 Emergency and Trauma Department.

• Collaborated with physicians in order to develop appropriate treatment plans based on patient needs and preferences.
• Enhanced patient care by efficiently triaging and prioritizing cases in critical care situations.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Contributed to a positive work environment by serving as a reliable team member and offering support to colleagues when needed.
• Enhanced overall patient satisfaction by consistently providing empathetic and culturally sensitive care while addressing individual needs and preferences throughout their emergency department experience.
• Proficient in triage, trauma, and charge RN. Oriented multiple staff members to each area of the department.

• Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
• Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients' conditions promptly.
• Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
• Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
• Proficient in triage, trauma and charge RN.
• Oriented multiple new nurses to the all areas of the department.

• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Provided high quality nursing care to a multitude of patients throughout the hospital, including med-surg floors, oncology, and CICU.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.

• Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
• Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
• Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
• Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.