Megan Welch
Numa
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with diverse experience in med-surg, pediatric home care, and long-term care. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and specialized procedures including trach and gtube care. Proven leadership as house supervisor, overseeing nursing staff and supporting ER operations. Strong time management and commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
MercyOne
Centerville, IA
07.2019 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive patient care on the med surg floor, utilizing strong time management and drug administration skills
- Oversee and supervise RNs as house supervisor, ensuring high standards of patient care and staff coordination
- Float to ER as needed to provide critical support and maintain seamless patient care during high-volume periods
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Led initiatives in Nursing Practice Council to improve patient safety protocols, resulting in enhanced care delivery standards across the unit.
- Advocated for patient needs during multidisciplinary meetings.
RN
Davis Center
Bloomfield, IA
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Provided compassionate care and support to nursing home residents facing mental health challenges.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessed conditions, and documented changes.
- Oversaw daily operations of LPN and CNA staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
RN
Universal Pediatrics, Inc.
Des Moines, IA
03.2017 - 01.2020
- Provided in-home pediatric nursing care on a PRN basis, picking up multiple shifts to support patient needs
- Delivered specialized gtube and trach care, as well as chest physiotherapy, to pediatric patients
- Maintained high standards of care while managing contract transitions and adapting to new full-time employment
LPN
Heartland Home Health Care
Albia, IA
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided pediatric home care, including gtube care, chest physiotherapy, and feeding support for children
- Delivered complex care for adult quadriplegic clients with ventilator and trach dependency, ensuring safety and comfort
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team.
- Assisted with daily activities, enhancing patient comfort and quality of life.
CNA LPN
Care Initiatives
Albia, IA
06.2014 - 01.2016
- Provided CNA care for residents in a nursing home setting, ensuring daily needs and comfort were met
- Performed LPN tasks to support resident health and well-being, contributing to a collaborative care environment
- Administered daily patient care, including hygiene, mobility assistance, and medication reminders.
CNA
Golden Age
01.2011 - 01.2013
Education
ADN (Associate) -
Indian Hills Community College
Centerville, IA05-2019
Nursing (LPN) - undefined
Indian Hills Community College
Centerville, IA01-2014
Graduated - undefined
Centerville High School
Centerville, IA05-2013
Skills
- Licensed RN
- Med Surg/ER
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments, documentation and charting
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion, empathy, professional bedside manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Medication and IV administration
- Hard worker always had full time job/full time school
- Working with elderly
Certification
- Licensed RN May 2019- Present
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS/BLS
- TNCC
Timeline
RN
Davis Center
02.2020 - 05.2020
RN
MercyOne
07.2019 - Current
LPN
Heartland Home Health Care
06.2017 - 01.2018
RN
Universal Pediatrics, Inc.
03.2017 - 01.2020
CNA LPN
Care Initiatives
06.2014 - 01.2016
CNA
Golden Age
01.2011 - 01.2013
Graduated - undefined
Centerville High School
Nursing (LPN) - undefined
Indian Hills Community College
ADN (Associate) -
Indian Hills Community College
Nursing Licenses
- RN State: IA