Megan Easter
Omaha
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Nebraska Methodist Hospital, excelling in patient-centered care and acute treatment plan development. Proven ability to prescribe medications and effectively communicate with diverse populations, ensuring high-quality emergency care. Recognized for delivering life-saving interventions in critical situations while fostering collaborative relationships with healthcare teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Methodist Urgent Care
Omaha, NE
12.2024 - Current
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Nebraska Methodist Hospital
Fremont, NE
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
Critical Care Paramedic Instructor
Creighton University
Omaha, NE
08.2018 - 08.2024
- Trained and mentored junior paramedics on critical care procedures and protocols.
- Worked with other EMTs and paramedics to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism at all times by adhering to ethical guidelines and demonstrating respect for patients, their families, colleagues, and other healthcare providers.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Nebraska Medicine
Omaha, NE
11.2018 - 08.2023
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Lifenet Emergency Medical Services
Omaha, NE
01.2014 - 11.2018
- Communicated pertinent patient information and status to hospital staff upon arrival.
- Provided visual guidance, navigation and radio communications assistance to pilot.
- Followed established procedures for personal and patient safety.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
- Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Clarkson College
Omaha, NE08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clarkson College
Omaha, NE05-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Excelsior College
05-2018
Skills
- Patient-centered care
- Acute care expertise
- Emergency care
- Prescribing medications
- Treatment plan development
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Medication administration
- Pediatric exams
- HIPAA guidelines
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Methodist Urgent Care
12.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Nebraska Methodist Hospital
05.2023 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Nebraska Medicine
11.2018 - 08.2023
Critical Care Paramedic Instructor
Creighton University
08.2018 - 08.2024
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Lifenet Emergency Medical Services
01.2014 - 11.2018
Master of Science - Nursing
Clarkson College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clarkson College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Excelsior College