Megan Kaler
Belleville,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager of Research
Prairie Education And Research Cooperatives
09.2022 - Current
- Facilitated clear communication between principal investigators, sponsors, and study participants for seamless trial execution.
- Assisted in drafting comprehensive research reports summarizing findings, conclusions, and recommendations for further action.
- Participated in initiation visits and investigator meetings, implementing trials following study timelines and budgets.
- Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
- Prepared detailed informed consent documents to clearly communicate risks, benefits, expectations, rights and responsibilities related to participation in clinical trials.
- Collected data and followed research protocols, operations manuals, and case report form requirements.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Data Abstraction for cardiac procedures.
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital
05.2019 - 09.2022
- Contributed to successful procedure outcomes through expert administration of conscious sedation under physician guidance.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Assisted in the identification and treatment of life-threatening arrhythmias during cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Ensured smooth workflow by coordinating pre-and post-procedure activities for patients undergoing cardiac catheterization.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights by maintaining strict confidentiality of personal health information according to HIPAA regulations.
Trauma Charge Nurse
St. Louis University Hospital
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed complex caseloads, prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to optimize patient care delivery on the surgical floor.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
ICU Clinical Nurse
St. Louis University Hospital
10.2017 - 07.2018
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Improved ICU efficiency by collaborating with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Promoted patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and performing life-saving interventions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Louis University Hospital
10.2015 - 10.2017
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL05.2015
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Expense Reports
- Inventory Control
- Phone and Email Etiquette
- Data review
- Document Management
Timeline
Project Manager of Research
Prairie Education And Research Cooperatives
09.2022 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital
05.2019 - 09.2022
Trauma Charge Nurse
St. Louis University Hospital
07.2018 - 09.2019
ICU Clinical Nurse
St. Louis University Hospital
10.2017 - 07.2018
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Louis University Hospital
10.2015 - 10.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southwestern Illinois College
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