Megan Kubiak
Sparta,MI
Summary
Professional healthcare leader with experience in managing nursing teams and ensuring optimal patient care. Skilled in clinical supervision, staff training, and conflict resolution. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving outcomes, flexing with changing needs. Reliable, adaptable, and driven to enhance healthcare delivery through effective team management and patient-focused strategies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Supervisor
St. Ann's Home
07.2022 - Current
- Communicate and collaborate with a multidisciplinary health team while advocating for patient
- Coordinating with physicians to optimize care.
- Analyzed medical histories for new residents and incorporated information into care plan development.
- Responsible for delivering direct patient care, prescribe treatments and therapies.
- Ensure proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Admit and discharge residents.
- Assist, monitor and document patient progress, symptoms and vital signs.
- Provide compassionate support to residents and their families. Serving as a key resource in addressing concerns or questions.
- Order supplies to maintain effective inventory levels.
- Train new team members in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Evaluate team member performance regularly, providing constructive feedback to promote professional growth and accountability.
- Facilitate seamless shift transitions by establishing clear handoff procedures between incoming and outgoing nursing staff members.
- Conduct regular audits on patient files, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and compliant with state and federal regulations.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to residents and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Engaged with families to address concerns, fostering communication between staff and relatives for better care continuity.
Nurse Supervisor
Spectrum Health Continuing Care
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Managing 60 bed floor, 40+ employees, new hire interviews, care management, investigating complaints, employee reviews, pay adjustment/raises and timecard discrepancies.
- Communicate and collaborate with a multidisciplinary health team while advocating for residents.
- Coordinating with physicians to optimize care.
- Analyzed medical histories for residents and incorporated information into care plan development.
- Responsible for direct patient care, prescribed treatments and therapies including: Medication administration, G-tube feeding and care, tracheostomy suctioning/care, respiratory treatments, wound dressing and care, LVAD care and monitoring, blood draws, urinary catheterization, IV therapy, Vital sign and glucose monitoring.
- Completed documentation for care plans, order and report lab results; transcribe and discontinue medications as ordered by physician.
- Admitted and discharged residents, assist new residents and physicians in determining plans of care.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of nursing staff, identifying strengths and areas needing improvement while providing guidance on career advancement strategies.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Managed 40+ team members and nursing activities in 60bed continuing care facility by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
Homecare Licensed Practical Nurse
QCI Healthcare
08.2013 - 12.2018
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for patient safety and health maintenance.
- Educated patients and families on medical conditions, treatments, and homecare procedures to promote understanding and compliance.
- Documented patient progress and care interventions accurately to maintain comprehensive health records.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, feeding, and toileting to maintain their dignity and independence.
- Prevented hospital readmissions by closely monitoring at-risk patients for early warning signs of complications or worsening conditions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering a positive environment for healing.
- Performed wound care, dressing changes, and assisted with mobility exercises to promote healing and prevent complications.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Spectrum Health Continuing Care
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Ordered and reported diagnostic results
- Admitted and charged residents.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to healthcare team promptly.
Education
Certificate - Nursing
Everest Institute
Grand Rapids, MI12-2011
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Patient safety
- Clinical management
- Family support
- Care planning
- Staff coaching and mentoring
- Problem-solving
- Superior nursing services
- Patient education and advocacy
- Multitasking and organization
- Strong clinical judgment
- Geriatric nursing
Timeline
Nurse Supervisor
St. Ann's Home
07.2022 - Current
Nurse Supervisor
Spectrum Health Continuing Care
01.2018 - 01.2022
Homecare Licensed Practical Nurse
QCI Healthcare
08.2013 - 12.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Spectrum Health Continuing Care
01.2011 - 01.2014
Certificate - Nursing
Everest Institute
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