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Megan Trushenski

Clear Lake,MN

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with experience at CentraCare Health System, skilled in patient care and various areas of sonography. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety. Adept at image interpretation and committed to upholding high standards of care and compliance in fast-paced environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Assistant/Cardiac Monitor Technician

CentraCare Health System
05.2020 - Current
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
  • Trained and supervised new cardiac monitor technicians on best practices and safety measures.
  • Communicated with healthcare workers and physicians concerning test results.

Sonography Intern

CentraCare Health System
10.2024 - 06.2025
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
  • Processed, labeled, and organized diagnostic images to match with patient records.
  • Conducted obstetric scans on patients across stages of pregnancy.
  • Upheld legal standards, HIPAA requirements and facility guidelines by obtaining written consent and securing patient information.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
  • Submitted written reports, verbal summaries, photographs and recordings to physicians to support accurate medical decision making.

Nursing Assistant

The Good Shepherd Community
05.2019 - 04.2023
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medial Sonography

Saint Cloud Technical & Community College
Saint Cloud, MN
06-2025

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences

Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN
12-2023

High School Diploma -

Foley High School
Foley, MN
06-2019

Associate of Arts -

St. Cloud Technical & Community College
Saint Cloud, MN
05-2019

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Anatomy
  • Interventional procedures
  • Vascular sonography
  • Patient positioning
  • Image interpretation

Timeline

Sonography Intern

CentraCare Health System
10.2024 - 06.2025

Nursing Assistant/Cardiac Monitor Technician

CentraCare Health System
05.2020 - Current

Nursing Assistant

The Good Shepherd Community
05.2019 - 04.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Diagnostic Medial Sonography

Saint Cloud Technical & Community College

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences

Saint Cloud State University

High School Diploma -

Foley High School

Associate of Arts -

St. Cloud Technical & Community College

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