Megan Gajewski
MSN, APRN, FNP-C
* ***** **, **** *- Millbury, MA
ado2u8@r.postjobfree.com
Skills
AANP Certification
Strong clinical skills and decision-making skills regarding medical needs of clients
Strong work ethics
Strong working relationships with all levels of medical and clinical staff
Experience
5/2019- CURRENT
Nurse Practitioner/ First Choice Community Medical Services
Provide primary care services in assisted living facilities
Review/order all current regular and prn medications, labs, x-rays and any other pertinent data
Assess patient for chronic medical follow up and acute medical issues
Monitor medications for effectiveness and side effects
Refer to specialist as needed
9/2018- CURRENT
Nurse Practitioner/ New England Geriatrics
Assess current medical (COPD, CHF, Diabetes) and psychiatric status
Review all current regular and prn medications, labs, x-rays and any other pertinent data
Monitor medications for effectiveness, response of resident, usage of PRNs and side effects
Inform residents of potential side effects of medications
Recommend the initiation of any medication deemed appropriate
8/2018- CURRENT
Mid-Level Addictions Specialist / Spectrum Health Systems
Prescribe medication assisted treatment (methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone) for alcohol and opioid dependency.
Performs admission physicals and prescribes first dose of medication for new clients.
Performs dose evaluations ensuring appropriate dose levels for existing clients.
Conducts evaluations on clients in the Intensive Treatment Track (ITT) to ensure therapeutic dosing amounts.
Provides input and approval when necessary in the development and revision of medical-related forms.
Provides input for multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings and attends as needed.
7/2013 – 8/2018
Director of Nursing / Spectrum Health Systems
Ensure nursing services are delivered in accordance with policies and procedures; in compliance with all licensing, accreditation, and regulatory entities.
Recruit, hire, and supervises all inpatient and outpatient nursing personnel.
Oversee training and evaluate nursing department personnel.
Regularly conduct audits to ensure that all nursing staff complies with policies and procedures.
Track and trend medication errors and complete other quality improvement activities in collaboration with the quality improvement staff.
Work with the medical directors to create protocols based on best practices.
10/2007 – 7/2013
LPN / Spectrum Health Systems
Assess for signs and symptoms of withdrawals from opiates, alcohol, and benzodiazepine and medicate following standing orders.
Work with treatment team to determine client appropriateness for admission to Level III A detoxification facility.
Conduct full health assessment and health history for new admissions
Work with other campus programs during medical emergencies to stabilize and determine if higher level of medical treatment is necessary.
Education
MAY 2018
MSN-FNP / MCPHS- Worcester, MA
MAY 2013
BSN-RN / SNHU- Manchester, NH