MEGHAN BOLAND
Beaver Falls
Summary
Registered Nurse with three years of nursing experience, supported by over a decade of progressive hospital-based experience. Proficient in inpatient and outpatient settings and deeply committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care, by integrating hands-on clinical experience with continued education to support positive patient outcomes. Dedicated to continued professional development and leadership growth, with aspirations to soon pursue a master’s degree to facilitate advancement into nursing leadership and management roles.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Infusion Suite
UPMC Chartwell
Oakdale
01.2024 - Current
- Independently facilitate operations of an outpatient infusion center, including patient care delivery, treatment administration, and coordination of services.
- Experienced in administering a wide range of immunotherapies and biologic agents.
- Proficient in IV insertion, PICC line dressing changes, and Port access.
- Working knowledge of EPIC EHR for patient documentation.
- Developed and facilitated onboarding and training of new clinical staff members.
- Authored and updated policies and competencies to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated on ALS Stem Cell Therapy programs, revised FDA procedures and clinical guidelines to improve protocol accuracy for INCELL.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UPMC Passavant
Pittsburgh
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Delivered efficient medical-surgical nursing care by prioritizing workloads to ensure timely completion of assessments, treatments, medication administration, and documentation.
- Assumed Charge Nurse responsibilities within three months of hire, demonstrating leadership and clinical competence. Oversaw unit operations, ensuring efficient patient care and optimal daily workflow. Managed scheduling to maintain adequate staffing and coverage for unit needs.
- Active member of the Wound Care Team & Action Planning Council Committee Member, both of which contributed to improved patient outcomes and increased unit efficiency.
- Completion of Vizient AACN Nurse Residency program, strengthening clinical skills and knowledge during the first year of practice.
- Recognized and awarded Rookie Nurse of the Year in June 2023.
- Utilization of Cerner EHR for patient documentation.
Lead Patient Care Technician
UPMC Passavant Hospital - McCandless
Pittsburgh
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided direct patient care and assistance for activities of daily living.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient comfort.
Lead Patient Care Technician
UPMC Jameson Emergency Department
New Castle
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient patient flow.
- Assisted with procedures performed by physicians or nurses in the Emergency Room setting.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs, blood draws, urinalysis and glucose monitoring.
Telecommunicator
Mercer County Department of Public Safety
Mercer
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Operated communication equipment and monitored multiple radio channels to efficiently dispatch emergency personnel and respond promptly to incoming calls and alerts.
- Utilized computer aided dispatch software to enter data into the database in order to create incident reports.
Dietary Department
UPMC Horizon
Greenville
05.2016 - 09.2017
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN10-2025
Diploma Program - Nursing
UPMC Jameson School of Nursing
New Castle, PA06-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Butler County Community College
Hermitage, PA06-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Science, Pre-Med
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA06-2019
High School Diploma -
Reynolds Jr./ Sr. High School
Greenville, PA06-2018
Skills
- BLS Certification
- Antineoplastic Therapy and Immunotherapy Certified
Timeline
Lead Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Infusion Suite
UPMC Chartwell
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UPMC Passavant
12.2022 - 01.2024
Lead Patient Care Technician
UPMC Passavant Hospital - McCandless
08.2022 - 12.2022
Lead Patient Care Technician
UPMC Jameson Emergency Department
08.2020 - 08.2022
Telecommunicator
Mercer County Department of Public Safety
12.2018 - 12.2019
Dietary Department
UPMC Horizon
05.2016 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Diploma Program - Nursing
UPMC Jameson School of Nursing
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Butler County Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Science, Pre-Med
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
High School Diploma -
Reynolds Jr./ Sr. High School