Misty Meiners, MSN, RN, CHSE
Woodstock
Summary
Enthusiastic certified educator dedicated to fostering a positive, collaborative learning environment that empowers all students. Passionate about using evidence-based practices when designing and implementing experiential learning activities. Supportive colleague who enjoys collaborative relationships aimed at achieving optimal results. Committed to ongoing professional development to stay current with educational best practices.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Lab Manager/Instructor
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL
01.2022 - Current
- Oversee all nursing and healthcare simulation lab operations, including equipment management, maintenance, and inventory.
- Design and implement low-, medium-, and high-fidelity simulation experiences aligned with best practices, industry standards and accreditation guidelines.
- Assess student clinical competencies through simulation and skills evaluations, providing feedback to promote evidence-based practice.
- Contribute to program curriculum development, integrating simulation strategies into coursework.
- Instruct students in lab, clinical, and classroom settings.
Nursing Assistant Education-Adjunct Instructor
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Facilitated training for Nursing Assistant Education (NAE) students in didactic skills lab and clinical areas, adhering to Illinois Department of Public Health standards and institutional guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, and academic progress.
- Updated course materials to align with current educational standards and technology.
Nursing Assistant Education- Clinical Instructor
Woodstock Community Unit School District #200
Woodstock, IL
02.2018 - 05.2021
- Oversaw clinical instruction and skills assessment for dual credit high school nursing assistant students in a long-term care setting.
- Collaborated with program coordinator to design and evaluate course curriculum and requirements.
School Nurse
Woodstock Community Unit School District #200
Woodstock, IL
03.2017 - 05.2021
- Delivered emergent and non-emergent healthcare services to elementary-aged students in a school environment.
- Administered daily and emergency medications to ensure patient safety and compliance with healthcare protocols.
- Executed comprehensive evaluations to ensure compliance with immunization, health, dental, and vision exam requirements.
- Provided health-related education in classroom setting.
- Managed coordination of guest speakers and mobile health clinics.
- Engaged with guardians, teachers, and administration to effectively manage and advocate for student healthcare needs.
Pre-Admissions Registered Nurse
Advocate Sherman Hospital
Elgin, IL
12.2015 - 03.2017
- Assisted pre-surgical patients by gathering and updating medical histories in electronic records through phone calls or in-person visits.
- Supported coordination of necessary pre-surgical tests based on patient histories.
- Communicated test results and flagged any abnormal values to surgeons, primary care physicians, and anesthesia providers.
- Organized all essential documentation for surgical charts.
- Delivered comprehensive patient education on pre-surgical preparations, medication administration, anesthesia criteria, and overall surgical processes.
Endoscopy Registered Nurse
Advocate Sherman Hospital
Elgin, IL
05.2014 - 12.2015
- Assisted in direct patient care as a scrub nurse and circulator for endoscopic procedures and treatments including colonoscopies, bronchoscopies, EGD, PEG tube placements, ERCP, biopsies, and emergent endoscopic procedures.
- Supported proficient management of conscious sedation and airway management.
- Facilitated collaboration among physicians, anesthesia providers, and pre- and post-surgical care teams.
Registered Nurse/Case Manager
JourneyCare Hospice and Palliative Care
Barrington, IL
10.2013 - 05.2014
- Provided direct patient care for terminally ill residents in long-term care and assisted living facilities.
- Conducted physical assessments, managed pain and symptoms, and assisted with daily living activities.
- Supported patients and families during the dying process and educated them about hospice services.
- Reviewed and updated care plans, medication orders, and equipment needs.
- Communicated changes in patient status to physicians and medical directors.
- Monitored certified nurse assistant visits and documented patient interactions in electronic medical records.
- Participated in weekly interdisciplinary meetings to collaborate on patient care strategies.
Registered Nurse II
Northwestern Medicine (Formerly Centegra Health System)
McHenry, IL
08.2011 - 09.2013
- Provided direct patient care for high-acuity cardiac telemetry patients with chronic illnesses through strong assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Improved patient outcomes through effective planning and evaluation.
- Documented patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately.
- Communicated and collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare team members, patients, and families.
- Educated patients and support members on disease processes, management, medications, procedures, and strategies to enhance individual outcomes.
Student Nurse Intern
Northwestern Medicine (Formerly Centegra Health System)
McHenry, IL
06.2010 - 08.2011
Patient Care Technician (CNA)
Northwestern Medical (Formerly Centegra Health System)
McHenry, IL
10.2008 - 08.2011
Business Process Operations-Manager (Consultant)
Computer Science Corporation, CSC
Elgin, IL
04.2007 - 04.2008
- Coordinated transition of call center business processes, procedures and product knowledge to third-party administrator. Direct management of call center supervisors and call center representatives. Maintained consistent, collaborative relationship with administrators ensuring transition goals were met. Compiled and communicated daily reporting of call center statistics to administrators.
- Oversaw shut down of inforce call center operations in Elgin, IL.
Operation Manager
Chase Insurance Group
Elgin, IL
06.2001 - 06.2006
- Directed daily operations of life insurance policyowner call center, managing a team of 37 employees.
- Led recruitment efforts by interviewing and hiring qualified candidates.
- Designed and implemented training programs for new hires and continuous employee development.
- Conducted performance evaluations to enhance team productivity.
- Evaluated call statistics and provided insights for cost center budget forecasting.
Education
Healthcare Simulation-Graduate Certificate -
University of Alabama-Birmingham
Birmingham, AL08-2024
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Purdue Northwest University
Calumet City, IL12-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Purdue Northwest University
Calumet City, IL08-2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL05-2011
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southern Nazarene University
Bethany, OK05-1997
Skills
- Healthcare Simulation Development and Facilitation
- Laerdal Simulation Technology Operation and Maintenance
- Curriculum Development
- Nursing Instruction and Evaluation
- Collaboration
- Teamwork
Certification
- Registered Nurse in the State of IL, License number 041.395219 2011-present
- Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator-2025 to present
- Basic Life Support Provider- American Heart Association 2007-present
- Certified CPR/First Aid Instructor, American Heart Association - 2021-current
- Illinois Department of Public Health Approved Instructor/Evaluator in Basic Nurse Assistant Training 2017-current
Timeline
Nursing Lab Manager/Instructor
McHenry County College
01.2022 - Current
Nursing Assistant Education-Adjunct Instructor
McHenry County College
05.2021 - 05.2022
Nursing Assistant Education- Clinical Instructor
Woodstock Community Unit School District #200
02.2018 - 05.2021
School Nurse
Woodstock Community Unit School District #200
03.2017 - 05.2021
Pre-Admissions Registered Nurse
Advocate Sherman Hospital
12.2015 - 03.2017
Endoscopy Registered Nurse
Advocate Sherman Hospital
05.2014 - 12.2015
Registered Nurse/Case Manager
JourneyCare Hospice and Palliative Care
10.2013 - 05.2014
Registered Nurse II
Northwestern Medicine (Formerly Centegra Health System)
08.2011 - 09.2013
Student Nurse Intern
Northwestern Medicine (Formerly Centegra Health System)
06.2010 - 08.2011
Patient Care Technician (CNA)
Northwestern Medical (Formerly Centegra Health System)
10.2008 - 08.2011
Business Process Operations-Manager (Consultant)
Computer Science Corporation, CSC
04.2007 - 04.2008
Operation Manager
Chase Insurance Group
06.2001 - 06.2006
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Purdue Northwest University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Purdue Northwest University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
McHenry County College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southern Nazarene University
Healthcare Simulation-Graduate Certificate -
University of Alabama-Birmingham