Megan Payne
Rainsville,AL
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Highlands Medical Center, skilled in specimen collection and effective case management. Proven ability to educate patients and caregivers, enhancing chronic disease self-management. Committed to minimizing infection risks while delivering compassionate, individualized care to improve patient outcomes.
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Highlands Medical Center
09.2025 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Highlands Medical Center
04.2022 - Current
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southern Care New Beacon Hospice
05.2016 - 04.2022
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crossville Health and Rehabilitation
03.2016 - 05.2017
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, AL05-2026
Skills
- Specimen collection
- Pulse oximetry monitoring
- Effective case management strategies
- Comprehensive patient management
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse 2025-Current
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Highlands Medical Center
09.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Highlands Medical Center
04.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southern Care New Beacon Hospice
05.2016 - 04.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crossville Health and Rehabilitation
03.2016 - 05.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Calhoun Community College