Meghan Burns
Douglassville,PA
Summary
Currently enrolled as a nursing student with Montgomery County Community College with an expected graduation date of 12/2023. I am an honors student with a grade point average of 3.73. I am an observant and detail-oriented individual with a strong work ethic. My goal is to accept a challenging nursing position which includes the ability to build on my diverse experience and education.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Honors Clinical Experience
Phoenixville Hospital, Telemetry Progressive Care
Phoenixville, PA
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained a focus on critical thinking skills, routines and procedures.
- Maintained a consistent one-on-one working relationship with a nurse preceptor.
- Assessed and observed patients who are on continuous electronic cardiac monitoring.
- Completed medication administration
- Completed head-to-toe assessments while pivoting to focused assessments.
- Implemented clinical reasoning, critical thinking and judgement to address patients needs related to their disease process.
- Demonstrated the ability to prioritize and organize patient care efficiently and effectively.
Clinical Experience
Brooke Glen Behavioral Hospital
Fort Washington, PA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided support for inpatient psychiatric services juveniles and adults.
- Supported patients during group therapy focusing on mindfulness, distress tolerance skills, and skills for emotional regulation.
- Worked in close observation with patients who were admitted both voluntarily and involuntarily.
- Provided patient support during educational and recreational activities.
- Worked with diagnoses including anxiety disorders, impulse control issues, mood disorders, psychosis, situational crises, suicidal tendencies, substance use disorders and trauma related issues..
- Collaborated with facility team members during patient treatment involving allied therapy including art, music, dance, movement and recreational activities.
Clinical Experience
Abington Lansdale Hospital Medical Surgical Unit
Lansdale, PA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided high quality health care while collaborating with members of the clients' healthcare team
- Helped operate and administered specialized devices such as oxygen therapy, tracheostomies, foley catheters, nasogastric tubes, continuous bladder irrigation, 5-lead heart monitors, and 12-lead EKGs.
- Completed patient head-to-toe and focused assessments.
- Medication administration withe the guidance of a clinical instructor or nurse.
Clinical Experience
Einstein Medical Center, Labor And Delivery Unit
East Norriton, PA
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Provided compassionate and quality care for expectant parents.
- Provided medication administration.
- Cared for patients in active labor, including observing and caring for patients who underwent cesarean birthing.
- Provided care for post-partum parents along with new born care and vaccination administration.
- Collaborated with unit nurses through teamwork and partnership.
Clinical Experience
Abington Lansdale Hospital, Medical Surgical Unit
Lansdale, PA
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Focused on the care of adults recovering from a variety of medical conditions and surgical procedures.
- Provided medication administration.
- Supported clients with activities of daily living.
- Provided support for chronic condition management.
- Provided support with patient wound care.
- Completed head-to-toe assessments and obtained vital signs.
Student Nurse Extern
Reading Area Hospital, Pre/Post Surgical Unit
420 South Fifth Avenue, West Reading PA 19611
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
- Attended medical procedures to increase nursing expertise and advance training.
- Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Reviewed care plans and assessed alignment with long-term and short-term care goals.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
- Observed patient behaviour and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
Clinical Experience
Elmwood Terrace Gardens
Lansdale PA
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Cared for residents within a personal care setting.
- Provided support for daily activities and general medical support.
- Engaged with clients during facilitated activities.
- Administered patient medications with the guidance of a clinical instructor.
- Helped manage and maintain foley catheters.
- Maintained canisters for oxygen therapy.
Police Officer
Lower Frederick Township
11.2017 - 05.2019
Police Officer
Towamencin Township
09.2014 - 09.2016
Police Officer
Franconia Township
01.2013 - 09.2014
Education
Associate Degree in Applied Science - Nursing
Montgomery County Community College
12.2023
ACT 120 Municipal Police Basic Training -
Municipal Police Academy of Montgomery County
06.2012
Bachelor of Arts in Administration of Justice - Administration of Justice
Penn State Abington College
08.2002
Skills
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Organization
- Detail Oriented
- Leadership
- Situational Awareness
Personal Information
Title: Nursing Student
Certification
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association - Expires 6/2024
Timeline
Honors Clinical Experience
Phoenixville Hospital, Telemetry Progressive Care
09.2023 - 12.2023
Clinical Experience
Brooke Glen Behavioral Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2023
Clinical Experience
Abington Lansdale Hospital Medical Surgical Unit
05.2023 - 08.2023
Clinical Experience
Einstein Medical Center, Labor And Delivery Unit
01.2023 - 05.2023
Clinical Experience
Abington Lansdale Hospital, Medical Surgical Unit
01.2023 - 05.2023
Student Nurse Extern
Reading Area Hospital, Pre/Post Surgical Unit
01.2023 - 05.2023
Clinical Experience
Elmwood Terrace Gardens
09.2022 - 12.2022
Police Officer
Lower Frederick Township
11.2017 - 05.2019
Police Officer
Towamencin Township
09.2014 - 09.2016
Police Officer
Franconia Township
01.2013 - 09.2014
Associate Degree in Applied Science - Nursing
Montgomery County Community College
ACT 120 Municipal Police Basic Training -
Municipal Police Academy of Montgomery County
Bachelor of Arts in Administration of Justice - Administration of Justice
Penn State Abington College