Megan Doyle
Roanoke
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Lewis Gale Medical Center, skilled in medication administration and patient education. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through effective care planning and strong clinical judgment, resulting in a significant reduction in hospital-acquired infections. Dedicated to delivering holistic care and fostering patient relationships.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lewis Gale Medical Center
Roanoke
10.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and post-discharge care instructions.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded patient progress, ensuring timely interventions for abnormal readings.
- Assisted in developing individualized nursing care plans based on comprehensive assessments of patient needs.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Nurse Extern
Lewis Gale Medical Center
Roanoke, VA
01.2023 - 10.2025
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety standards.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
Patient Care Technician
Lewis Gale Medical Center
Roanoke
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and safety during care.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for nursing staff review.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement patient care plans effectively.
- Resolved patient concerns promptly, improving overall satisfaction with care services.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Nurse Assistant
Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke, IL
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted nursing staff in patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Provided support during daily activities, enhancing patient mobility and independence.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, promoting a hygienic environment.
- Supported training of new staff on hospital protocols and procedures effectively.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans, optimizing patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Radford University
Radford, VABachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Roanoke, VASkills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- 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
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Patient evaluation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Critical care
- Medication distribution
- Patient discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- Team coordination
- Performing ekgs
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Emergency response
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- High level of autonomy
- Procedure preparations
- Medical assessment
- ADL assistance
- Patient counseling
- Personal care needs
- Patient relations
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Chest pain management
- Emergency procedures
- Emotional awareness
- Emotional intelligence
- Health screening
- Cardiac care
- Acute care expertise
- Hospice and palliative care
- Removing sutures
- Supply restocking
- Evaluations
- PALS certified
Certification
PALS certified
ACLS certified
BlS certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lewis Gale Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Nurse Extern
Lewis Gale Medical Center
01.2023 - 10.2025
Patient Care Technician
Lewis Gale Medical Center
06.2022 - 01.2023
Nurse Assistant
Roanoke Memorial Hospital
01.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Radford University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing