Megan Garcia
Cartersville
Summary
Compassionate and driven Registered Nurse with experience in rehabilitation and Progressive Care Unit (PCU) nursing, backed by a strong academic foundation in accelerated nursing programs and advanced coursework. Began nursing career as an LPN managing up to 8 patients in a fast-paced rehab setting before transitioning to acute care in PCU in July 2025. Longstanding passion for critical care nursing, highlighted by selection for an ICU residency preceptorship during nursing school. Recognized for strong work ethic, adaptability, clinical curiosity, and a patient-centered approach to delivering high-quality care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center
Cartersville, GA
07.2025 - Current
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable early recognition of warning signs of patient deterioration or complications.
- Facilitated patient education on disease management, medication administration, and self-care techniques for optimal health outcomes.
- Streamlined nursing workflows by efficiently managing time, prioritizing tasks, and delegating responsibilities as needed.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
LPN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation
Naples, FL
02.2023 - 05.2025
- Administer medications, perform wound care, and conduct daily assessments for patient recovery.
- Collaborate with families to build supportive relationships, enhancing patient confidence.
- Provide intravenous therapy and draw labs, ensuring precise and timely patient care.
- Educate patients daily, improving their understanding and management of their health.
- Assisted in the rehabilitation of up to 8 patients through therapeutic interventions and patient education.
Education
Associate in Science in Nursing -
Florida Southwestern State College
Fort Myers05-2025
Associate's in Arts -
Florida Southwestern State College
Fort Myers12-2023
Certification in Practical Nursing -
Fort Myers Technical College
Fort Myers06-2022
Skills
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Assessment
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Advocacy
Accomplishments
- Recipient of Nursing Program Academic Excellence Award
- Completed dual enrollment and accelerated academic coursework
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) (expires 3/27)
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) (expires 12/27)
- NIH Stroke Scale (expires 4/28)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center
07.2025 - Current
LPN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation
02.2023 - 05.2025
Associate in Science in Nursing -
Florida Southwestern State College
Associate's in Arts -
Florida Southwestern State College
Certification in Practical Nursing -
Fort Myers Technical College