Meghan Haller
Forked River,NJ
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Hackensack Meridian Health Ocean Medical Center, excelling in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and crisis intervention. Committed to delivering high-quality care while mentoring junior staff and implementing evidence-based practices for improved clinical outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health Ocean Medical Center
Emergency Department
06.2021 - Current
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health Ocean Medical Center
5 West
03.2017 - 05.2021
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatments and medications.
- Implemented evidence-based practices, contributing to improved clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance standards.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, ILSkills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
License
26NR16056300
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health Ocean Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Hackensack Meridian Health Ocean Medical Center
03.2017 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science -
Chamberlain College of Nursing