Meghan Perrin

New graduate Registered Nurse equipped with robust clinical experience and high-fidelity simulation training that sharpened my ability to manage changing patient conditions, collaborate effectively, and apply sound clinical judgment. Passionate about pediatric nursing and dedicated to providing high-quality, developmentally appropriate care to children and their families. Ready to contribute strong teamwork, adaptability, and patient-centered focus to a pediatric care setting.

• Cherokee Medical Center, Medical/Surgical Unit
• Spartanburg Medical Center, Medical/Surgical Unit
• CaraMont Regional Medical Center, Labor/Delivery Unit
• Broughton Hospital, Psychiatric
• Public Health Clinical locations, Shelby Dialysis Clinic, Cleveland County NC Health Department Public Health, Wendover Hospice House

• Collected, monitored, and documented patient vital signs and clinical changes.
• Provided daily hygiene, comfort measures, and age-appropriate care to diverse patient populations.
• Interpreted and updated electronic health records (EHR) to ensure accurate and timely documentation.
• Performed comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and focused assessments based on patient needs.
• Administered PO, IM, IV, and Subcutaneous medications in accordance with safety and dosing protocols.
• Performed wound care, applied wound vacs, and adhered to sterile technique and PPE guidelines.
• Prepared sterile birthing carts for labor and delivery procedures.
• Educated patients and families on procedures, treatments, and the plan of care.
• Collected and processed specimen samples for laboratory testing.
• Inserted and removed nasogastric (NG) tubes; provided supplemental nutrition via NG, GI, and IV routes.
• Inserted and removed urinary catheters for male and female patients while maintaining sterile technique.
• Performed tracheostomy care and monitored airway stability.
• Inserted and discontinued peripheral IV lines; assessed IV sites and maintained line integrity.
• Set up primary and secondary IV lines and administered IV therapies, including blood products, in accordance with policy.
• Performed newborn assessments and conducted routine neonatal testing and care.
• Utilized non-pharmacological therapeutic techniques such as guided breathing, repositioning, distraction, comfort touch, and environmental modification to promote relaxation and reduce patient anxiety or pain.
• Observed vaginal and cesarean births and assisted as appropriate within scope.
• Observed epidural placements and participated in patient monitoring during procedures.