Megan Avey
Marion Center,PA
Summary
Results-driven Home Health RN with Wound Care Certification known for strong assessment skills and advanced wound care management. Committed to improving patient outcomes through tailored care strategies and comprehensive education.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health RN Case Manager
Punxsutawney Area Hospital
Punxsutawney, PA
08.2016 - Current
- Case manager for approximately 40-50 patients.
- Coordinated patient care plans to ensure optimal health outcomes and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Assessed patient conditions regularly, adjusting care strategies based on clinical evaluations and feedback.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance communication and streamline patient services.
- Conducted comprehensive home visits, monitoring patient progress and providing education on health management.
- Expedited wound healing using advanced wound care techniques, including negative pressure therapy.
- Facilitated the acquisition of lymphedema pumps and farrow wraps for appropriate patients by assessing each patient's health conditions, communicating with physicians, providing required information to DME company.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Punxsutawney Area Hospital
Punxsutawney, PA
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, promptly reporting changes to medical staff for timely interventions.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Managed caseload of 5-12 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05-2014
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Patient and family education
- Chronic disease management
- Wound care management
- OASIS proficiency
- Diabetes management
Certification
- Wound Care Certification
Timeline
Home Health RN Case Manager
Punxsutawney Area Hospital
08.2016 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Punxsutawney Area Hospital
08.2014 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University of Pennsylvania