Megan Metz
Parkersburg
Summary
Dedicated registered nurse with a professional background in operating room management. Skilled in patient care, surgical protocols, and emergency response. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving optimal surgical outcomes. Reliable and flexible, ensuring smooth operations and high standards in dynamic environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Charge Nurse
Ohio Valley Ambulatory Surgery Center
Belpre, OH
12.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily operations in the operating room, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and standards.
- Coordinated schedules for surgical staff and procedures to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Mentored and trained nursing staff on best practices for patient care in a high-volume environment.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient outcomes and operational effectiveness.
- Developed training materials for new hires, reinforcing organizational policies and procedures.
- Facilitated communication between surgical teams and anesthesiologists to streamline procedural processes.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Camden Clark Medical Center
Parkersburg, WV
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Ensured sterile environment by adhering to infection control protocols during surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prepare instruments and equipment for operations.
- Monitored patient vitals and communicated changes to the surgical team promptly.
- Assisted in positioning patients to optimize access and safety during surgeries.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering skill development in critical care scenarios during surgeries.
- Educated new staff on operating room protocols and best practices for efficiency.
Registered Nurse
Camden Clark Medical Center
Parkersburg, WV
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, facilitating timely interventions.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Virginia University of Parkersburg
Parkersburg, WV12-2022
Skills
- Ethical practice
- Patient safety
- Patient communication
- Patient and family education
- Complex medical terminology
- Active listening
- Patient and family advocacy
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Task prioritization
- CPR/AED
- Professionalism
- Training staff
Certification
Infection control nurse certification
Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLs)
Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
Timeline
Operating Room Charge Nurse
Ohio Valley Ambulatory Surgery Center
12.2022 - Current
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Camden Clark Medical Center
06.2021 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
Camden Clark Medical Center
05.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Virginia University of Parkersburg