Megan Coates
RENO,Nevada
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with relevant experience in diverse healthcare settings, patient assessments and compliance with healthcare regulations. Recognized for leading nursing teams and advocating for patient care in diverse clinical settings through efficient communication and teamwork.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
TRS Healthcare
Folsom, California
12.2021 - Current
- Served as Team Lead in diverse and emergent settings displaying effecting communication and teamwork
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, and professional development.
- Assisted with surgical procedures and post-operative care, ensuring patient safety and recovery.
- Conducted patient assessments, including monitoring vital signs and identifying potential health issues.
- Provided education and support to patients and their families regarding health conditions and treatment plans.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences across multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) systems to document patient care and outcomes accurately.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and safety standards in diverse clinical environments.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients as prescribed by physicians in various healthcare settings.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
RENO, Nevada
03.2015 - 11.2022
- Managed a multidisciplinary team over Labor and Delivery, Postpartum, NICU, and Pediatrics to ensure proper and effective teamwork, communication, and policy management.
- Managed scheduling for employees across multiple departments and shifts
- Monitored diverse treatment interventions to ensure optimal patient care outcomes.
- Updated physicians on test results and collaborated on individualized care plans.
- Performed blood transfusions and IV infusions to alleviate symptoms effectively.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered diagnostics, and interpreted results for accurate assessments.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and meticulously documented patient statuses.
- Trained new RNs and ancillary staff to uphold care standards and enhance quality.
- Developed hospital policies to establish consistent standards across departments.
- Provided comprehensive care for laboring patients in high-pressure environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nevada - Reno
Reno, NV12.2014
Skills
- Division Supervisor
- Charge Nurse
- Certified Preceptor
- Patient monitoring
- Adult and Infant CPR certified
- Prenatal, Labor, Postpartum, and Newborn care
- Pediatric Patient Care
- Patient education and care planning
- Medication and IV administration
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Chart Audits and Policy Management
- OR and PACU experience
- Culturally sensitive
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2013-Present
- Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) Certification 2018-Present
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification 2016-Present
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification 2015-Present
- STABLE Certification 2015-Present
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
TRS Healthcare
12.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
03.2015 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nevada - Reno