Megan Stiles
Blue Springs,MO
Summary
Highly motivated and detail-oriented student nurse, graduating in December 2025, with a strong foundation in patient care, medical terminology, enhanced by extensive hands-on experience in various medical settings. Eager to apply clinical knowledge and compassionate care to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Nursing Services Technician
Children's Mercy Urgent Care-Blue Valley
Overland Park, KS
08.2017 - Current
- Initial triage of patients, which included obtaining vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate, temperature, oxygen saturation, and weight.
- Cross-trained in the laboratory: QC daily for patient testing to ensure the accuracy and reliability of data, performed various tests such as urinalysis, HCG, Ictotest, Strep, Flu A/B, COVID, RSV, Blood Glucose, Fecal Occult Blood, and MONO.
- Cross-trained into Unit Secretary, where I was responsible for answering and directing phone calls, canceling appointments, assisting parents to the Nurse Line or getting a pharmacy location changed, calling the Transfer Center, assisting with Transport, and paging for providers.
- Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment and procedures pertaining to urgent care.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Assisted and performed various types of splinting, educated on crutch training, and performed EKGs.
- Reported pertinent information to a registered nurse or provider about the patient's condition, abnormal results, vital signs, medications, or critical pieces of information in a timely manner for optimal patient care.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care while safeguarding patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Supported nurses and providers in holding and positioning patients during procedures including lacerations, suctioning, IV placement, blood draw, and cultures.
- Communicated professionally, proficiently, and collaborated as necessary with the interdisciplinary team to provide optimal patient care.
Patient Care Assistant
Children's Mercy Hospital-PICU
Kansas City, MO
08.2014 - 08.2017
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols.
- Helped maintain a clean environment in all areas assigned.
- Observed safety precautions when handling hazardous materials such as linens, soiled dressings or infectious waste.
- Answered call lights promptly to ensure timely response to patient needs.
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, repositioning, and transferring patients.
- Provided emotional support for distressed patients and families during difficult times, as well as sitting in a 1:1 safety observation room.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Assisted with the transportation of critical patients to other areas of the hospital for tests, treatments, and therapies.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing-ADN
Metropolitan Community College-Penn Valley
Kansas City, MO12-2025
Skills
- BLS and AED certification
- Certified nursing assistant
- Phlebotomy certification
- Emergency response
- Medical terminology
- Infection control
- Multitasking and organization
- Complex problem solving
- Compassion and empathy
- Critical thinking and adaptability
Timeline
Emergency Nursing Services Technician
Children's Mercy Urgent Care-Blue Valley
08.2017 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Children's Mercy Hospital-PICU
08.2014 - 08.2017
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing-ADN
Metropolitan Community College-Penn Valley
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