Megan Triplett
Gate City
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with expertise in clinical leadership and quality improvement. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective case management and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Life Care Center of Gray
Gray, TN
06.2026 - Current
- Assisted with nursing operations to maintain high-quality patient care standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and efficient workflow.
- Supported the implementation of resident care plans in collaboration with healthcare team.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements through routine audits and assessments.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance overall care delivery processes.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
Staff Development Coordinator/Infection Preventionist
Signature HealthCARE
Rogersville, TN
01.2025 - 06.2026
- Coordinated staff training programs to enhance employee skills and compliance with health regulations.
- Implemented onboarding processes for new hires, streamlining integration into organizational culture.
- Developed and maintained training documentation to ensure consistency in curriculum delivery.
- Conducted infection surveillance to identify trends and improve prevention strategies.
- Educated staff on best practices for infection prevention and control measures.
- Analyzed data on infection rates to provide insights for quality improvement initiatives.
Registered Nurse
Life Care Center of Banner Elk
Banner Elk, NC
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patients' conditions, ensuring timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of treatment plans and wellness practices.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs, contributing to comprehensive care planning efforts.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse
Heritage Hall Health And Rehab
Norton, VA
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Implemented infection control measures, maintaining a safe environment for patients and healthcare staff.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the unit to enhance efficiency and improve patient care delivery.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating interventions.
Office Manager
JKL Construction Services
Wise, VA
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Coordinated office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and resource allocation.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to optimize service delivery.
- Oversaw scheduling of appointments and meetings, improving team collaboration.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
Registered Nurse Case Manager-Remote
Sentara
Roanoke, VA
02.2018 - 07.2022
- Coordinated patient care plans to enhance health outcomes and streamline services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive assessments and interventions.
- Advocated for patients by connecting them with resources and support services.
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health record systems.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, advocating for optimal patient education opportunities and resources.
- Established trusting relationships with patients and families, ensuring open lines of communication for ongoing support and guidance.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Norton Community Hospital
Norton, VA
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, promoting understanding and compliance.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring patient safety and reducing hospital-acquired infections.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mountain Empire Community College
Big Stone Gap, VASkills
- Nursing management
- Case management
- Clinical assessment
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality improvement
- EMR software
- Clinical documentation
- Recruiting and hiring
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Life Care Center of Gray
06.2026 - Current
Staff Development Coordinator/Infection Preventionist
Signature HealthCARE
01.2025 - 06.2026
Registered Nurse
Life Care Center of Banner Elk
06.2023 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse
Heritage Hall Health And Rehab
02.2023 - 06.2023
Office Manager
JKL Construction Services
07.2022 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse Case Manager-Remote
Sentara
02.2018 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Norton Community Hospital
02.2017 - 02.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mountain Empire Community College