Margaret Austin
Bear Creek Township
Summary
Dynamic professional known for strong critical thinking and adaptability in high-pressure environments. Expertise in emergency response and patient education, contributing to improved health management and safety protocols.
Overview
1
1
Certification
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Trauma Outreach/Prevention/Education
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
Wilkes-Barre
04.2014 - 07.2026
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create patient-centered care plans that addressed individual needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions to enhance recovery and prevent readmissions.
- Delivered health education to patients and families, emphasizing self-management strategies and preventive care.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Trained new nursing staff on unit protocols, procedures, and best practices.
- Ensured a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
EMT/Prehospital Registered Nurse
TransMed Amb/CJ Spellman Amb
Luzerne
08.1988 - 11.2024
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in various situations.
- Operated ambulances and ensured safe transport of patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams during patient assessments and treatments.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families during emergencies.
- Documented patient information accurately for medical records and reporting.
- Maintained medical equipment and supplies for emergency response readiness.
- Trained new EMTs on protocols and emergency procedures regularly.
- Participated in continuing education courses to maintain certification requirements.
Program Director-Emergency Medical Services
McCann School of Business & Technology
Hazleton
04.2010 - 07.2019
- Managed curriculum development to align with industry standards and employment needs.
- Coordinated partnerships with local businesses for internship and job placement opportunities.
- Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation for educational initiatives.
- Monitored compliance with accreditation requirements and regulatory standards consistently.
- Developed and implemented innovative training programs for diverse student populations.
- Led faculty meetings to discuss program improvements and address student feedback.
- Hired and developed staff members to collaboratively achieve program goals.
RN Emergency Department
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
Wilkes-Barre
06.2002 - 09.2015
- Delivered compassionate care to patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes, and gunshot wounds, contributing to stabilization and recovery.
- Provided direct patient care in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Triaged patients based on urgency of care needed to ensure timely interventions.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team to develop and implement effective treatment plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses accurately.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Participated in staff training and mentoring of new nurses regularly.
Registered Nurse
TLC Staffbuilders
Wilkes-Barre
05.2000 - 08.2015
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control procedures consistently.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventive care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
RN
Wyoming Valley Health Care
Wilkes-Barre
06.1997 - 05.2000
RN
Greenway Center
Henryville
09.1997 - 11.1999
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
King's College
PA08-2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PA05-1997
Nursing
Penn State
World CampusSkills
- Emergency response
- Patient assessment
- Care coordination
- Health education
- Patient education strategies
- Infection control
- Infectious disease control
- Electronic health records
- Clinical coaching
- Case management
- Palliative care awareness
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Follow-up calls
- Team collaboration
- IV drug therapy management
- Patient advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- Prehospital Registered Nurse
- Certified Emergency Nurse (BCEN)
- Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (BCEN)
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (ENA) Instructor/Course Director/Faculty
- Advanced Trauma Life Support Course Coordinator (ACS)
- Rural Trauma Team Development (ACS) Instructor/Course Coordinator
- Trauma Evaluation and Management (ACS) Instructor/Course Coordinator
- Basic Life Support (AHA) Instructor
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA) Instructor
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (AHA) Instructor
- Heartsaver (AHA) Instructor
- Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) (AHA) Instructor
- Emergency Medical Services Instructor
- Emergency Medical Services Evaluator
Timeline
RN, Trauma Outreach/Prevention/Education
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
04.2014 - 07.2026
Program Director-Emergency Medical Services
McCann School of Business & Technology
04.2010 - 07.2019
RN Emergency Department
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
06.2002 - 09.2015
Registered Nurse
TLC Staffbuilders
05.2000 - 08.2015
RN
Greenway Center
09.1997 - 11.1999
RN
Wyoming Valley Health Care
06.1997 - 05.2000
EMT/Prehospital Registered Nurse
TransMed Amb/CJ Spellman Amb
08.1988 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
King's College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Luzerne County Community College
Nursing
Penn State