Megan O'Brien
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Vancouver Coastal Health, excelling in high-pressure environments. Proven leadership in multidisciplinary teams, enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and quality improvement initiatives. Skilled Cerner super user and dedicated preceptor, committed to delivering exceptional patient care and fostering a collaborative healthcare environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, British Columbia
03.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize infection risks in the operating room environment.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care and operational improvements regularly.
- Prepared operating room by arranging surgical instruments and sterile supplies.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes within the OR setting.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, British Columbia
05.2012 - 03.2015
- Provided immediate care to trauma patients in high-pressure environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols and recovery processes.
Rehabilitation Assistant
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, British Columbia
05.2006 - 05.2010
- Assisted therapists with patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Supported daily therapy sessions by preparing equipment and materials.
- Conducted group therapy sessions and educated patients in topics relevant to individual and family member care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, None05-2012
Skills
- Cerner super user
- BLS
- Organized
- Preceptor/Mentor
- Communication
- Charge Trained (Evenings/Nights)
- Leadership
Accomplishments
- Charge Nurse experience for 7 years for evening and night shift
- Liver and Lung Transplant trained
- Nurse Liaison for QI project for Surgical Site Infection following Pancreatecomy surgery (2023)
- VGH representative for American Burn Conference (2019)
- Nurse attendee for the Nunavut Innovative Health Solutions (Dental Surgery 2018)
- Operation Rainbow Canada Surgical Mission in Cambodia (Plastic Surgery 2017)
Certification
- Educator Pathways Level 1
- Perioperative Nursing Program certificate
Affiliations
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Field hockey
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Vancouver Coastal Health
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Vancouver Coastal Health
05.2012 - 03.2015
Rehabilitation Assistant
Vancouver Coastal Health
05.2006 - 05.2010
Master of Science - Nursing
British Columbia Institute of Technology
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