Megan M. Becker
Staff Nurse
Stanwood,IA
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Staff Nurse with extensive experience at University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. Expert in surgical nursing (EGS, CRS, MIS, Bariatrics, Transplant, Vascular, Trauma, and minor burns) and wound care while delivering high standards of care to ensure exceptional patient outcomes through effective communication and critical thinking. Skilled in clinical procedures, patient assessment, and care planning. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Known for adaptability and reliability in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to train staff and enhance patient satisfaction while adhering to safety protocols and best practices.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
08.2013 - Current
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Recognized and reported changes in patients'' conditions promptly, initiating appropriate interventions or escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care during hospitalization and discharge planning.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills in assessing patients'' conditions quickly and accurately, initiating appropriate interventions when needed.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and streamline workflows.
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized nursing plans for medical-surgical patients.
- Utilized EPIC to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Administered blood products safely following established transfusion protocols while closely monitoring patients for any adverse reactions or complications.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs for optimal care.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.
- Reduced risk of complications by closely monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatments as necessary.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Managed patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Provided wound care management for a diverse range of surgical incisions, pressure ulcers, burns, or other wounds requiring skilled interventions.
- Managed complex pain issues effectively using a combination of pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Served as a preceptor to new staff members, guiding them through orientation processes during their transition into the medical-surgical unit.
- Promoted patient safety through adherence to infection control protocols and implementation of fall prevention strategies.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, empathetic, and professional nursing care tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and post-discharge instructions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Mount Mercy University
Cedar Rapids, IA12-2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA06-2009
No Degree - Psychology And Nursing
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA01-2005
Skills
- Surgical Specialty Nursing
- Direct patient care
- Wound care
- BCLS/AED
- Training staff
- Cardiac monitors
- Charge Nurse
- Medication and IV administration
- Phlebotomy and IV insertion
- Nova meter
- Bladder Scanner
- Ergonomic Equipment Trained: Sara Steady, Hoyer Lift, Ceiling Lift, Maxislide, etc
Certification
- License :
Basic Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider 4/25
Certified Mandatory Reporting 8/22
Certified Medical Assistant 8/97, and renewed 9/09
Timeline
Staff Nurse
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
08.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Mount Mercy University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kirkwood Community College
No Degree - Psychology And Nursing
University of Iowa
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