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Meghan Pickett

East Peoria,IL

Summary

Dynamic healthcare leader with expertise in clinical leadership and quality improvement. At The Loft Rehabilitation & Nursing, spearheaded infection control efforts, reducing transmission rates. Skilled in care plan development and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Certified in Infection Prevention and Wound Care, committed to enhancing patient outcomes and staff development.

Skills

  • Clinical leadership
  • Quality improvement
  • Care plan development
  • Healthcare administration
  • Infection Prevention Certified
  • Certified Wound Care Nurse
  • Certified CPR Instructor

Work History

ADON

The Loft Rehabilitation & Nursing
Eureka, IL
12.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in development and implementation of patient care plans.
  • Coordinated daily nursing operations to ensure quality patient care.
  • Trained staff on best practices for resident safety and compliance.
  • Monitored patient progress and communicated updates to healthcare team.
  • Evaluated nursing procedures for efficiency and effectiveness improvements.
  • Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to enhance collaboration among staff.
  • Supported administration in maintaining regulatory compliance standards.
  • Oversaw infection control efforts throughout the facility, contributing to reduced transmission rates among patients and staff members alike.
  • Participated in regulatory surveys conducted by external agencies, demonstrating compliance with established standards of practice and delivering high-quality patient care services consistently across all aspects of operations.

ADON

Hallmark Health Care
Pekin, IL
11.2022 - 12.2024
  • Contributed to staff scheduling and resource allocation for optimal coverage.
  • Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
  • Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios during all shifts.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
  • Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
  • Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.

Education

LPN - Nursing

Capital Area School of Practical Nursing
Springfield, IL
12-2009