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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
  • Basic Life Support, American Heart Association - Expires 6/2024
Meghan Burns