Megan Kim
Queens,NY
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with more than 27 years of experience caring for patients. Well-versed in Joint Commission standards and typical hospital procedures focused on maximizing patient safety and maintaining strict cost controls. Highly organized and proactive in managing patient needs.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
New York Presbyterian Queens
Queens, NY
07.2007 - Current
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Registered Nurse
Chung, Yunhee MD clinic
Flushing, NY
02.2018 - 06.2022
- Identified, assessed, and managed patient symptoms related to chemotherapy treatments.
- Provided education about side effects of chemotherapy to patients and their families.
- Administered chemotherapeutic agents according to physician orders.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care for patients undergoing chemotherapy treatments.
- Monitored vital signs and laboratory results of patients during chemotherapy treatments.
- Assisted physicians in the administration of infusions and injections of chemotherapeutic agents as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care activities including assessment findings, interventions, medications administered, and patient response to treatment.
- Managed symptoms associated with adverse reactions from chemotherapy drugs such as nausea, vomiting, pain, fatigue, anemia.
- Instructed patients on self-care techniques to manage side effects from chemotherapy treatments.
- Counseled family members on how to provide emotional support for a loved one undergoing cancer treatment.
- Demonstrated knowledge in preparing hazardous waste containers according to safety regulations when disposing off unused medications or supplies used during Chemotherapy sessions.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Parkway Hospital
Forest Hills, NY
06.2005 - 06.2007
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Kangnam Severance Medical Center
Seoul, South Korea
08.1997 - 06.2004
- Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to deliver quality care.
- Monitored implementation of care plans for entire unit.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Oversaw delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care with focus on patient safety, comfort and dignity.
- Administered injections, medications and wound care according to needs.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Kangnam Severance Medical Center
Seoul, South Korea
12.1994 - 06.1996
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Korea National Open University
Seoul, South Korea02.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Chung Ju National College of Science And Technology
Chung Ju, South Korea02.1995
Skills
- Patient Monitoring
- Administrative Support
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Examination
- Medical Screening
- Compassionate and Caring
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Administering Medications
Certifications
- CEN- Expires Jul 2024
- CCRN- Expires May 2026
- TNCC- Expires Aug 2024
- BlS- Expires Sep 2025
- ACLS- Expires SEP 2025
- PALS- Expires OCT 2025
LICENCES
- New York Nursing Liscence-# 535584, Expires Dec. 31, 2023
- California Nursing Liscence-# 95163791, Expires Feb 29, 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Chung, Yunhee MD clinic
02.2018 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
New York Presbyterian Queens
07.2007 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Parkway Hospital
06.2005 - 06.2007
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Kangnam Severance Medical Center
08.1997 - 06.2004
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Kangnam Severance Medical Center
12.1994 - 06.1996
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Korea National Open University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Chung Ju National College of Science And Technology
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