Cortnee McDonald
Davenport
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive ICU experience, specializing in comprehensive patient care during treatment and recovery phases. Demonstrated ability to make critical decisions in high-pressure situations while ensuring optimal patient safety. Proven track record of effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams, contributing to enhanced quality of care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Intensive Care Unit
Mercy One Medical Center
Iowa
08.2023 - Current
- Provided ongoing clinical monitoring and assessment of high-acuity patients, identifying changes in condition, and coordinating timely interventions across the care continuum.
- Coordinated complex treatment plans by collaborating with physicians, pharmacists, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care delivery and continuity.
- Applied advanced clinical knowledge to support patients with complex conditions, translating acute care experience into proactive care planning, and risk identification.
- Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences, contributing clinical insight to optimize patient outcomes, discharge planning, and transitions of care.
- Served as a primary point of contact for patients and families, delivering clear, compassionate education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and next steps in care.
- Managed and reconciled medications, ensuring adherence to prescribed regimens, and educating patients on proper use, side effects, and safety considerations.
- Utilized telephonic and electronic communication to assess patient needs, address concerns, and provide ongoing support and health education.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate documentation in electronic medical record systems to support care coordination, quality metrics, and regulatory compliance.
Nurse Preceptorship- Neuro ICU
Boone Hospital Center
Columbia
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans based on patient assessments and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication usage, and post-discharge instructions.
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient care, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families during challenging situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central Methodist University
Fayette, Missouri05.2023
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Clinical judgment
- Patient safety
- Relationship building
Certification
• Iowa Board of Nursing - RN License, #176933
• Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation - RN License, #041576848
• Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN), 04/25
• Basic Life Support (BLS), 12/25
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), 12/25
• Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation - RN License, #041576848
• Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN), 04/25
• Basic Life Support (BLS), 12/25
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), 12/25
Activities
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses Member, 04/25
- Clinical Nurse IV, 04/25
- Nurse Preceptor, 12/24 - Present
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Nomination 02/2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse Intensive Care Unit
Mercy One Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Nurse Preceptorship- Neuro ICU
Boone Hospital Center
01.2023 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central Methodist University