Megan R. Hagen
Hardin
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience in patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Committed to fostering team collaboration to achieve optimal patient outcomes while providing reliable and adaptable support in dynamic environments. Proven expertise in medical procedures, comprehensive patient assessments, and seamless care coordination. A strong advocate for patient well-being, consistently striving to exceed expectations in all aspects of healthcare delivery.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, ICU, Medical-Surgical, Relief Supervisor
Jerseyville Community Hospital
09.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded changes, promptly reporting any concerns to healthcare team members.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, improving overall workflow efficiency in fast-paced environments.
- Led nursing staff in practice improvements, enhancing patient care delivery and operational efficiency.
RN, Float Pool/Staff Relief Charge Nurse
Barnes Jewish West County Hospital
08.2023 - 01.2026
- Provide care and treatment to ill, injured and recovering adults in an ER, ICU and medical surgical setting.
- Delivered patient care in diverse clinical settings, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Critical Care Charge Nurse relief
- Precepted and mentored new nursing staff in clinical procedures and best practices
- Evaluated and assessed nursing competencies to ensure quality patient care.
Travel RN, Emergency Department
Barnes Jewish Hospital
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Administered critical IV medications
- Assisted in the care of multiple traumas such as cardiac arrests, code strokes, conscious sedation, psychiatric illnesses etc
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Provided care for different populations of patients with different conditions such as adults, pregnant women, and the elderly
- Independently maintained safe and effective care to patients in a time-restrictive and demanding environment with different acuity levels.
RN
Calhoun Nursing and Rehabilitation
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Provide professional nursing care to patients in nursing home environment
- Record patient histories, perform various diagnostic tests, and administer medications
- Develop patient care plans in conjunction with other medical professionals.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Travel RN, PCU
Bakersfield Heart Hospital
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize care delivery in the Progressive Care Unit.
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
Travel RN, Emergency Department
Community Medical Center Clovis
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Assessed and triaged patients to prioritize care based on urgency and medical need.
- Administered medications and treatments as per established protocols and physician orders.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Travel RN, Emergency Department
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for timely interventions.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
RN, Rehabilitation
Encompass Health, Rehabilitation
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Educate and assists patients to live with and appropriately manage chronic illnesses and injuries
- Assists patients in returning to their normal lives following a serious illness or injury
- Prepares clients and their loved ones for future self-management and decision-making responsibilities by encouraging clients' independence and ongoing goal achievement
- Administered various medications such as pain, cardiac, pulmonary, etc
- Independently maintained safe and effective care to patients as well as providing wound care.
RN, Emergency Department
Mercy Hospital, Emergency Department
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Administered critical IV medications
- Assisted in the care of multiple traumas such as cardiac arrests, code strokes, conscious sedations, psychiatric illnesses etc
- Provided care for different populations of patients with different conditions such as adults, pregnant women, and the elderly
- Independently maintained safe and effective care to patients in a time-restrictive and demanding environment with different acuity levels.
CNA
Calhoun Nursing and Rehabilitation
10.2010 - 12.2017
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety through routine assessments and assistance.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily activities, enhancing workflow efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to maintain accurate health records and support timely interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL05-2015
Master of Science - Kinesiology
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL12-2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Goldfarb School of Nursing
St. Louis, MO 12-2018
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Planning and scheduling
- Clinical management
- Clinical leadership
Certification
- RN ILLINOIS
- RN MISSOURI
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- NIHSS
Timeline
RN, Float Pool/Staff Relief Charge Nurse
Barnes Jewish West County Hospital
08.2023 - 01.2026
RN, ICU, Medical-Surgical, Relief Supervisor
Jerseyville Community Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Travel RN, Emergency Department
Barnes Jewish Hospital
11.2021 - 09.2022
Travel RN, PCU
Bakersfield Heart Hospital
01.2021 - 03.2021
Travel RN, Emergency Department
Community Medical Center Clovis
08.2020 - 11.2020
RN
Calhoun Nursing and Rehabilitation
07.2020 - 08.2021
Travel RN, Emergency Department
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital
04.2020 - 06.2020
RN, Rehabilitation
Encompass Health, Rehabilitation
01.2020 - 04.2020
RN, Emergency Department
Mercy Hospital, Emergency Department
01.2019 - 01.2020
CNA
Calhoun Nursing and Rehabilitation
10.2010 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Western Illinois University
Master of Science - Kinesiology
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Goldfarb School of Nursing