Nurse Practitioner Registered
Resume:
MEGHAN NEIL, MSN, NP-C
*** ******* ******* ***** • FINLEYVILLE, PA 15332
***********@****.***
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
Carlow University, Pittsburgh, PA January 2015 - August 2017
Grade Point Average: 3.76
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV August 2004 - December 2007
Grade Point Average: 3.76, magna cum laude
NURSING EXPERIENCE
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner January 2018-Present
Greater Pittsburgh Vascular Associates, Jefferson Hills, PA
Responsible for provision, coordination, and assurance of comprehensive medical care
Diagnosing, managing and treating patients with peripheral arterial disease, lymphedema, cardiovascular disease, and venous insufficiency
Providing follow-up care to patients requiring arterial and venous procedures
Ordering appropriate cardiovascular testing for symptomatic patients
Assessing patient with arrhythmias, ordering appropriate testing, and interpreting results
Diagnosing, managing, and treating hypertension, CHF, and dyslipidemia
Providing care and treatment for patient’s with arterial and venous ulcerations
Providing education and follow up care for patients with abdominal aortic aneurysms who are candidates for endovascular repair
Managing patients with chronic venous insufficiency, deep vein thrombosis, iliac vein compression syndrome, superficial thrombophlebitis, and venous/arterial ulcerations
Managing patients with valvular heart disease and atrial fibrillation and titrating anticoagulation therapy
Diagnosing patients with lymphedema and treating with referral to lymphedema therapy for manual decompression, compression garments, and compression pumps
Providing follow-up care to patients undergoing endovenous laser treatment and radiofrequency ablation for venous insufficiency
Professional Staff Nurse – Surgical Intensive Care Unit February 2008 – March 2018
UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA
Delivered high-quality care and closely monitored critically ill medical and surgical patients in a Beacon unit at a Magnet Facility
Specialized in postoperative care to surgical oncology patients with diffuse and metastatic abdominal cancer
Possessed skills necessary to anticipate complications and recognized subtle changes early before patients decompensate
Thoroughly assessed patients and recognized early signs of postoperative complications including sepsis, acute blood loss, and decreased tissue perfusion
Exhibited a passion for patient advocacy by collaborating with multidisciplinary team members when formulating, implementing, and modifying individual care plans
Educated patients and families while building trusting relationships through compassion, honesty, and one on one communication
Performing Peritoneal Dialysis, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy, titrating vasoactive medications, and managing arterial/venous catheters and advanced airways
Personal Care Assistant Summer 2006
Thorpe’s Personal Care Home, North Charleroi, PA
Provided direct patient care and assist with activities of daily living
Assisted nurses in giving treatments and examining residents
Personal Care Assistant December 2006 – December 2007
Justine’s Personal Care Home, Allenport, PA
Collaborated with family members and nurses to develop plan of care and treatment goals
Assisted with restorative and rehabilitative care with supervision and proper instruction
CLINICAL SKILLS
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional clinical judgment with critical thinking, analytical and problem solving abilities
Vast experience in developing treatment and health care plans per clinical standards and practice protocols
Ability to develop and monitor patient outcomes per established practice protocols for quality and performance improvement
Conducting physical examinations, diagnosing, treating, and helping patients manage acute and chronic illnesses
Assessing, diagnosing, and treating patient’s in a timely manner
Wide understanding of computerized medical charting
Assessing patients, ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostics tests, prescribing appropriate therapy/medications.
Provide patient education to promote habits that will prevent diseases and maintain good health
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Licensure
Registered Nurse Licensure
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Family Nurse Practitioner – Board Certified
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Physician Wound Care certification – American Academy of Family Physicians
Basic Life Support
References available upon request
REFERENCES
Dr. Gennady Geskin, MD *******@*****.*** 412-***-****
Nicole Bruno, ACNP **********@*******.*** 724-***-****
Kaylee Bonivich, MA *******@*****.*** 412-***-****
Jennifer Bigi, MPA ******@*****.*** 412-***-****
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