Catherine McDonald
Fairview,Oregon
Summary
Dynamic Pediatric Charge Nurse with extensive experience at Randall Children's Hospital, excelling in pediatric emergency care and IV insertion techniques. Proven leader in triage management, holding multiple certifications including TNCC and NRP. Committed to enhancing team performance and patient outcomes through effective supervision and specialized skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
PEDIATRIC CHARGE NURSE
Randall Children's Hospital at Legacy Emanuel
Portland, OR
06.2023 - Current
- Part-time night shift RN responsible for supervising pediatric ED staff in an urban setting.
- Implement US IV insertion for pediatric and adult patients with difficult vascular access.
- Acquired certification in Pediatric Emergency Department specialty nursing (CPEN) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) while employed in this role.
- I accepted the charge nurse role one year into my staff nurse position at Children's ED.
RN EMERGENCY DEPT
Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center
Gresham, OR
12.2021 - Current
- Implement the expected duties of a staff RN in the Emergency Department.
- I currently work in an 'on-call variable' position, but I average approximately 24 hours per week.
- I expanded my prioritization and efficiency skills with the bulk of my assignments in triage, and the extension of the triage role (PIT).
INFUSION RN
Goldstar Vascular Access
Portland, OR
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Per Diem RN in the capacity of a vendor (Goldstar) to a 'home hospital' setting for the company, Medically Home.
- I performed IV access services and infusions for virtual inpatients under the guidance of the patient's virtual healthcare team.
- I would also perform in-person assessments to help provide data for the patient's clinical picture, and ensure the home setting remained safe and appropriate during acute care treatment.
AGENCY STAFF RN, EMERGENCY DEPT
Accountable Healthcare Staffing
04.2019 - 04.2021
- Fulfilled a full-time contract and per diem ED shifts as a staff nurse at various hospitals, primarily in Multnomah County, such as Adventist Health, Hillsboro Medical Center, and Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital.
- Maintained active ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications.
RN EMERGENCY DEPT
Adventist Health Sonora
Sonora, CA
09.2015 - 01.2018
- Full time staff nurse, night shift charge nurse once weekly/relief charge as needed.
- Active participation in Shared Governance councils.
- During my employment at this location, I acquired a BSN degree and multiple certifications, including Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), and Hazmat First Receiver.
RN EMERGENCY DEPT
Adventist Medical Center
Portland, OR
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Full-time staff RN with specialty services for stroke and STEMI receiving facilities.
RN EMERGENCY DEPT
Carle Foundation Hospital
Urbana, IL
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Introduced to emergency nursing at this Level One trauma center.
- Chairperson for the hospital's Shared Governance Council.
- Level One Trauma Center.
RN RADIOLOGY DEPT
Carle Foundation Hospital
Urbana, IL
11.2009 - 11.2012
- Administered moderate sedation under the supervision of an Interventional Radiologist for image-guided procedures, such as biopsies, drainage tube placement, and para/thoracentesis.
- Responsible for thorough and efficient patient education pre- and post-procedure, to decrease the incidence of adverse events from the procedure and sedation.
- Performed cardiac stress tests in the Nuclear Medicine Department.
RN
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
Mattoon, IL
05.2006 - 11.2009
- Full-time staff RN in adult acute care inpatient and ambulatory settings, including the Medical/Surgical unit, outpatient Cancer Center, and Interventional Pain Clinic.
- Administered chemotherapy, accessed porta-caths, and initiated IV access for procedures and infusions.
LPN
Newton Care Center
Newton, IL
08.2004 - 05.2006
- Provided nursing care at a long-term care center, implementing individual care plans for the residents, and supervising CNA duties.
Education
BSN -
WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY
Salt Lake City, UT02.2018
ASSOCIATES DEGREE IN APPLIED SCIENCES - REGISTERED NURSING
ILLINOIS EASTERN COMMUNITY COLLEGES
OLNEY, IL05.2006
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE CERTIFICATE -
LAKE LAND COLLEGE
MATTOON, IL08.2004
Skills
- Pediatric emergency care
- IV insertion techniques
- Triage management
- Team leadership
- Current specialty certifications of TNCC, NRP, PALS, ACLS, NIHSS
Credentials
- RN
- BSN
- CPEN
Accomplishments
- Recipient of the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses in February 2012
Affiliations
- Participant of many official and unofficial multi-sport events. My greatest accomplishment thus far is finishing the 2024 Ironman 70.3 in Victoria, B.C.
Timeline
PEDIATRIC CHARGE NURSE
Randall Children's Hospital at Legacy Emanuel
06.2023 - Current
INFUSION RN
Goldstar Vascular Access
02.2022 - 02.2023
RN EMERGENCY DEPT
Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center
12.2021 - Current
AGENCY STAFF RN, EMERGENCY DEPT
Accountable Healthcare Staffing
04.2019 - 04.2021
RN EMERGENCY DEPT
Adventist Health Sonora
09.2015 - 01.2018
RN EMERGENCY DEPT
Adventist Medical Center
08.2014 - 08.2015
RN EMERGENCY DEPT
Carle Foundation Hospital
01.2013 - 06.2014
RN RADIOLOGY DEPT
Carle Foundation Hospital
11.2009 - 11.2012
RN
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
05.2006 - 11.2009
LPN
Newton Care Center
08.2004 - 05.2006
BSN -
WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY
ASSOCIATES DEGREE IN APPLIED SCIENCES - REGISTERED NURSING
ILLINOIS EASTERN COMMUNITY COLLEGES
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE CERTIFICATE -
LAKE LAND COLLEGE
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