Catherine Drew
Seattle,WA
Summary
Certified Emergency Nurse with 9 years of experience providing compassionate and efficient patient care. Able to demonstrate expertise
in rapid assessment, critical care, and trauma management in high-pressure environments. Adept at utilizing medical knowledge and
advanced clinical skills to provide care to all patient populations and acuities. Recognized for strong problem-solving abilities, work ethic,
exceptional communication skills within multidisciplinary teams, and a calm demeanor in crisis situations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Nurse
Triage Staffing, Aya Healthcare, Travel Nurse Across America
01.2020 - Current
- Demonstrated strong adaptability and flexibility, efficiently transitioning between assignments in different geographic locations and healthcare systems with varying protocols.
- Leveraged strong interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport with patients, families, and healthcare teams in diverse and often challenging environments.
Nurse Preceptor
Travel Nurse Across America
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Mentored and trained new nurses, providing guidance on clinical skills, hospital protocols, and best practices in patient care.
- Demonstrated clinical procedures and techniques, offering hands-on instruction and constructive feedback to enhance skill proficiency.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of new nurses, providing regular assessments and support to foster professional growth and competence.
- Facilitated onboarding and orientation process for nursing staff, ensuring smooth transitions into the clinical environment.
- Maintained accurate documentation of training activities, progress reports, and competency evaluations.
Staff Nurse
OSF St Francis Medical Center, Emergency Dept.
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Served effectively on committees and in additional roles such as Charge Nurse, Preceptor, and Trauma Nurse Specialist
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills in fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Provided critical care to patients with acute injuries and illnesses, ensuring rapid assessment and triage based on severity.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, surgeons, and specialists, to deliver comprehensive patient care.
Teaching Assistant
Bradley University Department of Nursing
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Assisted professors with preparation and delivery of course materials, including skill education and demonstration, assignments, and exams.
- Graded assignments, quizzes, and exams, ensuring fair and consistent evaluation of student performance.
- Conducted review sessions and provided one-on-one tutoring within skills lab to reinforce classroom learning and support student success.
- Supported students with diverse academic and personal backgrounds, fostering inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing Administration -
BRADLEY UNIVERSITY
Peoria, IL05.2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
MARYVILLE UNIVERSITY
St Louis, MO05.2015
Skills
- CEN
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- ENPC
- TNCC
- NIHSS
- CPI
Certification
- Level 1 Trauma Centers
- Level 2 Trauma Centers
- Comprehensive Stroke Center
- STEMI Centers
- Pediatric Emergency Department
- Community Hospitals
- Magnet Hospitals
- Classroom
- Skills Lab
Timeline
Nurse Preceptor
Travel Nurse Across America
05.2023 - 05.2024
Travel Nurse
Triage Staffing, Aya Healthcare, Travel Nurse Across America
01.2020 - Current
Staff Nurse
OSF St Francis Medical Center, Emergency Dept.
01.2015 - 01.2020
Teaching Assistant
Bradley University Department of Nursing
01.2015 - 01.2017
Master of Science in Nursing Administration -
BRADLEY UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
MARYVILLE UNIVERSITY
- Level 1 Trauma Centers
- Level 2 Trauma Centers
- Comprehensive Stroke Center
- STEMI Centers
- Pediatric Emergency Department
- Community Hospitals
- Magnet Hospitals
- Classroom
- Skills Lab
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