Megan Hower

• Medical Device Expert:Provide in person training on how to safely and effectively use the CoaguChek XS meter to test INR levels
• Effective Educator:Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.

• Pediatric Unit Care: Delivered high-quality care in an 18-bed pediatric unit, including step-down and med-surg patients.

• Complex Case Management: Handled complex pediatric cases, utilizing advanced clinical skills to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

• Continuous Improvement: Participated in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with pediatric care best practices.

• Pediatric Specialist: Provided dedicated care in a 40-bed pediatric unit, including step down and med-surg patients.

• Child-Centered Approach: Implemented child-friendly care practices, reducing anxiety and promoting comfort for young patients.

• Family Support: Engaged with families to offer support and education, enhancing the overall care experience.

• Versatile Care Provider: Delivered comprehensive care in a critical access hospital, covering multiple specialties including Med-Surg, Emergency Department, Labor and Delivery, Pediatrics, and Postpartum care.

• Critical Situations Management: Managed acute and emergency situations effectively, ensuring patient stability and positive outcomes.

• Cross-functional Teamwork: Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated and patient-centered care.

• Comprehensive Patient Care: Delivered high-quality to laboring patients and postpartum couplets on a 30-bed unit.

• Patient Education: Provided crucial education and support to new mothers, enhancing their understanding of postpartum care and newborn health.

• Collaboration: Worked closely with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring seamless coordination of care and optimal patient outcomes.

• Clinical Skills: Utilized advanced clinical skills to monitor labor progress, manage complications, and ensure the safety and well-being of both mother and baby.

• Documentation: Maintained accurate and thorough patient records, contributing to the continuity and quality of care.

• Specialized Pediatric Care: Delivered exceptional care to pediatric patients on a 16-bed neuroscience and trauma unit, managing complex treatments from initiation to completion.

• Resilience and Compassion: Provided emotional support and critical care to young patients and their families during challenging medical situations, demonstrating resilience and compassion.

• Advanced Skills Application: Utilized advanced nursing skills to manage traumatic injuries and neurological conditions, ensuring comprehensive and tailored patient care.

• Strategic Planning: Contributed to strategic planning sessions, offering insights and recommendations to improve mission outcomes and operational efficiency.

• Law Enforcement Excellence: Enforced military laws and regulations with precision and integrity, maintaining high standards of discipline and order on the installation.

• Emergency Preparedness: Demonstrated readiness to respond to and manage disasters and emergencies across the United States, showcasing adaptability and quick decision making skills.

• Community Service: Engaged in community outreach programs, building positive relationships between the military and civilian populations.

Relief Efforts: Played a crucial role in disaster relief missions, assisting in the coordination and execution of emergency response strategies.

• Skill Development: Participated in extensive training programs, enhancing skills in areas such as tactical communication, navigation, and first aid.

• Unit Cohesion: Fostered strong team dynamics and unit cohesion through active participation in team-building activities and exercises.