Megan Mayers

Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 15 years of experience in direct patient care, case management, and clinical supervision. Proven ability to assess patient needs, collaborate with medical teams, and educate diverse populations on health and wellness. Adept at managing complex cases, administering care, and maintaining meticulous documentation. Eager to leverage extensive healthcare expertise to provide compassionate and effective support to veterans in a remote Care Advisor role.

RN - Apollo Behaviour Health Hospital - Baton Rouge

(2024-01 - 2025-06)

• Provided comprehensive care to patients experiencing a range of mental and physical health issues, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, psychosis, and ADHD.
• Partnered with physicians to deliver patient status updates and execute medical directives.
• Monitored and supported patients' emotional and psychological health through direct engagement.
• Managed and administered prescribed medication schedules under the direction of Medical Doctors.

Mother/Baby RN - Ochsner Health - Baton Rouge

(2020-02 - 2023-11)

• Provided comprehensive nursing care to a culturally diverse patient population of postpartum mothers and their newborns.
• Monitored patients for signs of postpartum hemorrhage.
• Communicated critical lab values to physicians.
• Initiated and maintained intravenous (IV) therapy, including antibiotic administration, for postpartum patients and their newborns as indicated.
• Educated new mothers on essential postpartum self-care and infant care practices.
• Assessed infant vital signs and reported any abnormal findings to the physician.

Clinical Supervisor, Pediatrics - OLOL Regional Medical Center - Baton Rouge

(2014-02 - 2014-04)

• Managed appointment and referral scheduling, maintained patient charts, provided essential information and instructions to patients, and coordinated patient flow within the pediatric department.
• Executed select nursing duties, including documenting patient history, vital signs, immunizations, and allergies.
• Prepared, stocked, and cleaned examination rooms, ensuring adequate supplies and equipment for treatments.
• Observed and recorded patient conditions and reactions to medications and treatments, reporting findings to the physician.
• Educated patients and families on diagnostic procedures, medications, nutrition, and health and wellness topics.
• Adhered strictly to departmental and hospital policies and procedures, upholding all safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards.
• Demonstrated leadership and critical thinking skills in all responsibilities, fostering a respectful environment for colleagues through cooperation and effective communication, and exhibiting hospitality and courtesy in all interactions.

RN Case Manager - Regional Home Health - Baton Rouge

(2013-11 - 2014-02)

• Supervised a team of 15 LPNs providing extended home health care services.
• Delivered specialized care to pediatric patients requiring continuous assistance with all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Gained extensive experience managing complex cases including Pompe disease, Traumatic Brain Injury, Werdnig Hoffman disease, seizure disorders, and diabetes.
• Administered tracheostomy, gastrostomy tube (g-tube), and wound care to patients.
• Managed and adjusted ventilator settings.
• Performed tracheostomy suctioning as needed and managed tracheostomy changes.
• Executed recertification, resumption of care, discharge, and admission processes for home health patients.
• Conducted comprehensive head-to-toe assessments for Extended Home Health (EHH) patients.

School RN - Health Care Centers In Schools - Baton Rouge

(2008-12 - 2013-10)

• Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for students with acute illnesses and injuries, adhering to Health Centers in Schools nursing guidelines.
• Referred students to school resources or hospital emergency rooms when medically necessary.
• Verified and updated immunization records for all enrolled students.
• Initiated and maintained student care plans in collaboration with Pupil Appraisal Services or Exceptional Student Services, following established protocols.
• Conducted hearing and vision screenings for students.
• Administered medications in accordance with nursing protocols and physician orders.
• Onboarded and trained new employees, serving as a mentor.
• Maintained confidential communication with parents/guardians, support staff, and school faculty regarding student health status.
• Provided preventive health education and counseled students, families, and school staff on child health-related issues.
• Participated in school Open House events.
• Documented weekly supervisory visits with School Health Assistants.
• Maintained Continuing Education requirements as mandated by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing (LSBN).
• Fulfilled other assigned duties as required.

Mother/Baby RN - Woman's Hospital - Baton Rouge

(2006-04 - 2008-12)

• Provided nursing care to a diverse patient population of postpartum mothers and their newborns.
• Monitored postpartum patients for potential hemorrhaging.
• Administered and managed Magnesium Sulfate infusions for postpartum patients.
• Communicated significant lab values to physicians.
• Initiated and maintained IV therapy and administered antibiotics to postpartum patients and their newborns as necessary.
• Educated new mothers on essential postpartum self-care and infant care techniques.
• Assessed infant vital signs and promptly reported any abnormalities to the physician.

Pediatric RN - Our Lady of The Lake - Baton Rouge

(2005-10 - 2006-04)

• Delivered age-appropriate nursing care to infants, children, and adolescents on a pediatric medical-surgical unit at Children's Hospital, managing a variety of diagnoses including Cerebral Palsy, Cystic Fibrosis, Diabetes, respiratory diseases, heart defects, and GI/GU conditions.
• Established IV access for pediatric patients requiring fluids or antibiotics, administered feedings via gastrostomy tubes (G-tubes), and performed suctioning for patients with tracheostomies.
• Kept families informed about their child's care and all procedures being performed.

Executive Secretary - Louisiana Department Of Agriculture And Forestry - Baton Rouge

(1997-09 - 2003-03)

• Managed Workers' Compensation claims for the department.
• Authored and typed employee job descriptions.
• Processed and filed personnel actions for employees.
• Mailed letters of inquiry to prospective employees.
• Assisted new employees with completing necessary onboarding paperwork.
• Handled all incoming telephone calls.
• Scheduled all meetings for interviews.

Some College - Finance - Southeastern Louisiana University (1997-08 - 2000-01)

Associate of Science - Nursing - Our Lady of The Lake University (2002-05 - 2004-10)