Megan Menner MSN RN
Hazelwood,MO
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Barnes Jewish Hospital
St Louis, MO
11.2021 - Current
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
- Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
Travel Nurse, Covid-19 ICU/Step-Down/Telemetry
Nightingale Nurses
Boca Raton, FL
06.2015 - 10.2021
- Assigned to temporary nursing positions in high need areas while obtaining my MSN and inbetween permanent staff nurse positions.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Trauma ICU Nurse
SSM St Louis University Hospital
St Louis, MO
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
- Performed nursing care following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
- Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Step-down ICU Staff Nurse
SSM/DePaul Hospital
St Louis, Missouri
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Staff Nurse/Post-Op Orthopedics
Des Peres Hospital
St Louis, MO
03.2014 - 06.2015
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
- Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
Student Nurse Technician
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
St Louis, MO
10.2012 - 03.2014
- Removed urinary catheters and cared for ostomy needs by emptying drainage receptacles and tubes.
- Responded to call lights to assist patients with various care and comfort needs.
- Delivered meals, offered snacks, fed patients and documented oral intake of food, liquids and supplements.
- Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Health Care Aide
Senior Living
St Charles, MO
01.2012 - 10.2012
- Provided primary resident care and assistance with daily living activities.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Fostered independence in disabled individuals while closely monitoring safety at all times.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Leadership
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL12-2025
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL12.2013
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Sanford Brown College
St Peters, Missouri05.2010
Skills
- Diagnostic tools experience
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Family Education
- Work ethic
- Broad medical terminology knowledge
- Medication administration expert
- Emergency Care
- Charting and Clinical Documentation
- Chronic Disease Management
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Barnes Jewish Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Trauma ICU Nurse
SSM St Louis University Hospital
06.2019 - 08.2021
Step-down ICU Staff Nurse
SSM/DePaul Hospital
06.2016 - 08.2018
Travel Nurse, Covid-19 ICU/Step-Down/Telemetry
Nightingale Nurses
06.2015 - 10.2021
Staff Nurse/Post-Op Orthopedics
Des Peres Hospital
03.2014 - 06.2015
Student Nurse Technician
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
10.2012 - 03.2014
Health Care Aide
Senior Living
01.2012 - 10.2012
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Leadership
Chamberlain University
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Sanford Brown College