Megan Russell
Carrollton
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Tanner Health System, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care and compassionate support. Strong clinical judgment and leadership skills foster collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality, individualized care for diverse patient populations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Tanner Health System
10.2015 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reported changes to healthcare teams, and adjusted care plans as necessary.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records, enhancing communication among staff members.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on procedures and best practices, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Led quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices.
- Implemented infection control measures that reduced hospital-acquired infections within the unit's patient population.
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
Education
Associate of Science -
West Central Technical College
Waco, GASkills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
Accomplishments
Daisy Award April, 2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Tanner Health System
10.2015 - Current
Associate of Science -
West Central Technical College