Megan Parker
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate oncology nurse with over 6+ years of experience providing exceptional care. Proficient in administering chemotherapy, managing symptomatology and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient support.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Allina Health Hospital
04.2016 - Current
- Managed complex medication regimens while monitoring for potential drug interactions or adverse reactions, mitigating risks associated with cancer treatments.
- Enhanced patient safety with strict adherence to chemotherapy administration protocols and monitoring guidelines.
- Provided individualized patient education on chemotherapy medications, infusion procedures, and side-effect management strategies to promote self-advocacy and coping skills.
- Provide empathetic care and making a positive difference int he lives of patients.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Allina Health Hospital
10.2014 - 05.2018
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
Supervisor/Staff Registered Nurse
Three Links Care Center
08.2013 - 12.2015
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Responsible for providing focused nursing assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation of resident's health needs
- Versatile in taking care of residents in the LTC, TCU/rehab and memory care units
- Additional responsibilities include: administration of medication, urinary catheter placement and care, G-tubes/J-tubes feeding and care, dressing changes and wound care, taking verbal orders from physicians, and transcribing orders
Resident Care Director/RN
Milestone Senior Living
03.2014 - 09.2014
- Responsibilities include ensuring that the health and safety of residents and tenants are met through assessments, development and implementation of appropriate plans of care, supervision of resident and tenants' services and cares needed for resident/tenant
- Ensure that staff is trained in nursing procedures and policies which are current and up to date
- Ensure that the services are in compliance with current regulations and standards
- Work professionally with residents/tenants, staff and family members
Registered Pharmacy Technician
Merwin Long Term Care Pharmacy
06.2001 - 08.2011
- Responsibilities included counting the prescribed number of tablets, entering prescription information into the computer, dealing with billing and reimbursement for insurance, and communicating with nurses and physicians at the nursing facility for clarification or at the clinic to obtain prescription refills
- A large volume of prescriptions were filled on a daily basis which required attention to detail and great time management skills
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mankato State University
Mankato, MN05.2016
Associates Degree - Nursing
South Central College
Faribault, MN01.2013
Bachelor of Science Degree - Chemistry
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN01.2008
Skills
- Chemotherapy Immunotherapy administration
- Symptom management
- Patient education
- Interdisciplinary education
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Emotional support
- IV access management
- Problem solving
- Central line dressing changing
- Blood and platelet transfusions
Licensure/certification
- Minnesota Registered Nurse License
- Oncology Certified Nurse
- Basic Care Life Support
Timeline
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Allina Health Hospital
04.2016 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Allina Health Hospital
10.2014 - 05.2018
Resident Care Director/RN
Milestone Senior Living
03.2014 - 09.2014
Supervisor/Staff Registered Nurse
Three Links Care Center
08.2013 - 12.2015
Registered Pharmacy Technician
Merwin Long Term Care Pharmacy
06.2001 - 08.2011
Associates Degree - Nursing
South Central College
Bachelor of Science Degree - Chemistry
University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mankato State University
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