Megan Jagow
Apex,NC
Summary
Registered Nurse with 10 years of experience in inpatient medical surgical and medical observation units, pediatric dialysis and home health. Skilled at collaborating with a team, performing physical patient assessments, actively listening to patient concerns and completing EMR documentation. Ready to take on challenges using problem solving and critical thinking skills to help my team succeed.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Registered Nurse
Amedisys Home Health
Raleigh, North Carolina
06.2025 - Current
- Delivered direct patient care in home settings, enhancing patient comfort and safety.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Instructed patients and families on health management and self-care techniques, promoting independence and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
Registered Nurse Medical Observation
UNC Rex Hospital
Raleigh, North Carolina
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments, ensuring adherence to care plans and enhancing patient recovery.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Evaluated intervention effectiveness through ongoing patient assessments, adjusting care strategies to optimize health results.
Registered Nurse Pediatric Dialysis
Children's Mercy Hospital
Kansas City, Missouri
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided care for hemodialysis clinic patients, performing weights, obtaining vital signs and lab samples, catheter access and dressing changes, treatment initiation, monitoring patients and equipment during treatment.
- Provided peritoneal dialysis treatments to clinic patients and inpatients.
- Stabilized patients during emergencies and patient decompensations during treatment.
- Educated patients' family/caregiver on peritoneal dialysis procedures at home, including treatment initiation, completion and catheter care.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control measures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Registered Nurse Medical Intermediate
Saint Luke's East Hospital
Lee's Summit, Missouri
12.2015 - 08.2021
- Managed direct care of adult and geriatric patients, conducting physical assessments, administering medications, performing daily care activities, and implementing prescribed interventions to enhance patient well-being.
- Assessed patient health by conducting patient interviews, reviewing medical history and performing assessments.
- Monitored changing medical conditions to ensure patient safety and promptly reported changes to provider for timely interventions.
- Assessed wounds and performed wound care per orders.
- Assisted in emergency procedures and delivered immediate care to stabilize patients in critical situations.
- Prepared patients for procedures, examinations and treatments
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Luke's College of Nursing
Kansas City, MO05-2015
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Care plan development
- EHR documentation
- Clinical collaboration
- Time management
Certification
- Registered Nurse License -373738, North Carolina Board of Nursing, Current
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification- current through July 2026
Timeline
Home Health Registered Nurse
Amedisys Home Health
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse Medical Observation
UNC Rex Hospital
09.2024 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse Pediatric Dialysis
Children's Mercy Hospital
09.2021 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse Medical Intermediate
Saint Luke's East Hospital
12.2015 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Luke's College of Nursing