MEGAN E. BORTNER
Nashville
Summary
A highly compassionate registered nurse looking to further my experience in my nursing career as a hardworking and positive team player. Ability to adapt to new situations, demonstrate expertise in critical thinking, and willingness to learn.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Mercy
05.2023 - Current
- Provide basic patient care in activities of daily living such as feeding, dressing, ambulation, and elimination under the direction of a professional nurse.
- Establish effective communication and teamwork techniques to share observations and insights of direct patient care.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Student Laboratory Assistant
Robert Morris University Rise Center and Simulation Lab
06.2022 - Current
- Assist students with learning concepts from assessment and foundation labs.
- Run simulations for underclassmen and help reinforce understanding of concepts learned.
- Prepare simulation labs weekly.
Student Nurse Intern
UPMC Presbyterian
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Assist with medication preparation under direct observation from a professional nurse and understanding the rationale of medication administration.
- Engage in communication with healthcare providers to advocate for patients in a professional manner.
- Interpret EKG strip reading and apply understanding to direct patient care and observation.
- Establish effective communication and teamwork techniques to share observations and insights of direct patient care.
- Provide effective direct patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation with the direct supervision of the professional nurse.
Patient Care Technician
Meadville Medical Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Provide basic patient care in activities of daily living such as feeding, dressing, ambulation, and elimination under the direction of a professional nurse.
- Monitor patient status related to safety and report abnormal observations to the professional nurse.
- Collect specimens and ensure proper labeling and handling of specimens while maintaining a sterile environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Robert Morris University
Diploma -
Meadville Area Senior High School
06.2020
Skills
- Charge Nurse Experience
- Quality and Improvement
- Empathetic and Compassionate Communication and Care
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient and Nurse Education
- Emergency Response
- Direct patient care
Accomplishments
- National Honors Society – March 2018 – June 2020
- Student Nursing Association of Pennsylvania – September 2021 – May 2024
- Nursing Tutor – September 2022 – May 2024
- SMART Student Mentorship Program – September 2022 - May 2024
- Vice President of Equity and Belonging – Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority
- Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion – Panhellenic Council
- UPMC Student Ambassador
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Mercy
05.2023 - Current
Student Nurse Intern
UPMC Presbyterian
05.2023 - 07.2023
Student Laboratory Assistant
Robert Morris University Rise Center and Simulation Lab
06.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Meadville Medical Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
Diploma -
Meadville Area Senior High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Robert Morris University
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