Megan Cross
Pinckneyville
Summary
Enthusiastic LPN eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organization skills. Clear understanding of competent and compassionate patient care. Has experience working in the clinical and jail setting.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Office Nurse
Sparta Medical Office
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Assisted in patient assessments and documented medical histories accurately.
- Coordinated scheduling of patient appointments to optimize clinic workflow.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
- Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
LPN Office Nurse
Murphysboro Family Medicine
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted in patient assessments and documented medical histories accurately.
- Educated patients on medication management and health maintenance strategies.
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment and stocked unexpired supplies and medications to prepare patient care areas.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Work and care for inmates at the Jackson County Jail in the afternoons and weekends. The physician I was employed under was the jail physician at the time.
ER Technician
Red Bud Regional Hospital
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Assisted in emergency procedures, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies.
- Implemented infection control measures to enhance patient safety standards.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
Education
Certificate in Practical Nursing - Nursing
Beck School of Nursing
Red Bud, IL06-2020
Certificate in Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Beck School of Nursing
Red Bud, IL07-2013
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Immunization administration
- Medication administration
Timeline
LPN Office Nurse
Sparta Medical Office
05.2021 - 12.2021
LPN Office Nurse
Murphysboro Family Medicine
07.2020 - 05.2021
ER Technician
Red Bud Regional Hospital
05.2015 - 05.2016
Certificate in Practical Nursing - Nursing
Beck School of Nursing
Certificate in Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Beck School of Nursing