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Megan Watkins Shaw

Holly Springs,MS

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with history in direct patient care in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent bedside manor. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
3
3

Certifications

Work History

Registered Nurse

LeBonheur Children's Hospital
Memphis, TN
02.2018 - 01.2022
  • Guided and trained new nurses in patient assessment, proper techniques, care standards, and safety protocols as Preceptor
  • Cared for patients in 10-bed CVICU unit, supporting nurses and rounding with physicians as Charge Nurse
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Provided direct patient care, recovered and stabilized patients to determine next course of action.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
  • Assisted arterial cut-downs, inserted central lines and inserted endotracheal tubes as part of ICU team
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Union University
Jackson, TN
12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Blue Mountain College
Blue Mountain, MS
05.2017

Skills

  • Student Precepting and Unit Oversight
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Patient Care Oversight
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Procedure and Surgical Assistance

Certification

  • BLS - Basic Life Support
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Timeline

Registered Nurse

LeBonheur Children's Hospital
02.2018 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Union University

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Blue Mountain College

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