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Meredith Oliver MSN RN PHN

Anaheim,CA

Summary

Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience at Loma Linda University Medical Center, specializing in surgical and trauma ICU care. Currently serving as a clinical nursing instructor, bringing real-world expertise into academic settings. Demonstrates leadership in staff development and clinical instruction, with a strong focus on fostering teamwork and collaboration. Skilled in course content creation and SBAR communication to optimize both patient care and educational outcomes. Actively engaged as a faculty team member and committee participant, supporting curriculum design, student success, and departmental advancement. Dedicated to mentoring future nurses and creating a safe, innovative, and supportive learning environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Professor of Nursing

West Coast University
Anaheim, CA
02.2023 - Current
  • Served as full-time faculty, instructing various levels of medical-surgical courses. Including advanced medical-surgical and intensive care nursing concepts to enhance student proficiency.
  • Promoted a safe classroom and clinical environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
  • Cultivated a collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
  • Designed lesson plans around acute care nursing, and hands-on demonstration.
  • Monitored student growth.
  • Analyzed student performance to uncover knowledge gaps and execute detailed assessments.
  • Evaluated student performances through written assignments and examinations.
  • Served as a mentor to junior faculty members in the Department of Nursing.
  • Provided guidance and support to new faculty in both the classroom and clinical settings.
  • Served as an active member of committees assigned for special projects or initiatives.
  • Committees include the Conduct Committee and the facilitator for the ATI Engage Fundamentals curriculum implementation.

Registered Nurse

Loma Linda University Medical Center
Loma Linda, CA
06.2017 - 04.2024
  • 2022-2024: Surgical, Trauma, Neuroscience, Transplant ICU.
  • 2017-2022: Neurosurgery and Trauma Intermediate Care Unit.
  • Relief Charge Nurse/Team Leader on the intermediate care unit.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
  • Clinical Nurse C, part of the clinical ladder.
  • Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards related to nursing practice within the ICU setting.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess complex situations and make appropriate decisions in emergency situations.
  • Work as a team within the unit to maintain patient and staff safety.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times.
  • Supported new staff members through the orientation process and preceptorship programs.
  • Updated physicians on patient test results, and assisted in developing care plans.

Registered Nurse

Medical Center Hospital
Odessa, TX
04.2015 - 03.2017
  • Provide exceptional patient care to orthopedics, neurology, and level two trauma patients, consistently managing the care of up to six patients each shift
  • Member of Nursing Professional Practice Council, Clinical Career Ladder
  • Planned and spearheaded in-service educational programs focusing on fall safety, skin care and adherence to core measures

Education

Master of Science - Nursing, Nursing Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
07.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

California Baptist University
Riverside, CA
12.2014

Pre-Nursing -

California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
2011

Skills

  • Surgical/Trauma/Transplant/Neuro ICU Trained
  • Relief charge nurse
  • SBAR communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Clinical instruction
  • Staff development and precepting
  • Leadership and mentoring
  • Course content development

Awards and Achievements

  • Preceptor of the Year 2021
  • Cum laude graduate
  • Provost's List
  • President's List
  • Dean's Merit Scholarship Recipient

Volunteer

  • West Coast University Conduct Committee
  • American Heart Association Heart Walk: 2025 Orange County Heart & Stroke Walk
  • Volunteer to be the primary preceptor to new graduate registered nurses
  • Precept practicum nursing students
  • Precept nursing students in their clinical rotations on the unit

Licensure

  • Registered Nurse, California Board of Registered Nurses February 2015-May 2026
  • Registered Nurse, Texas Board of Nursing May 2015-April 2026
  • Public Health Nurse, California Board of Registered Nurses March 2016-May 2026
  • American Heart Association, BLS, ACLS Expires November 2025

Activities and Memberships

  • West Coast University ATI Engage Fundamentals
  • West Coast University Conduct Committee
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center Sepsis Champion
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center NIHSS Champion
  • Medical Center Hospital Nursing Professional Practice Council
  • Associated Students of California Baptist University Member

Timeline

Professor of Nursing

West Coast University
02.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Loma Linda University Medical Center
06.2017 - 04.2024

Registered Nurse

Medical Center Hospital
04.2015 - 03.2017

Master of Science - Nursing, Nursing Education

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

California Baptist University

Pre-Nursing -

California State University - Long Beach

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