Kaitlyn McDonald
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Registered Nurse currently working in the Emergency Department and Trauma Center at UAB Medicine. A candidate who currently has 7 years’ experience in the medical field as a reading room assistant, an independent caregiver for a man suffering from ALS, and a Registered Nurse who plans to continue their education to obtain their MSN. A candidate with strong communication skills, effective time management and organizational skills, critical thinking skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced medical setting. Able to adapt to changes in workflow and present a positive professional image while adhering to standards related to quality patient care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
FlexCare Medical Staffing/Step Down
Alabaster, AL
06.2025 - Current
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse
Flexcare Staffing (TriStar Summit) Medical Surgical/Trauma
Nashville, TN
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
Fastaff Nursing (Swedish Medical Center) Medical Surgical/Oncology
Denver, CO
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
RN, BSN
UAB Abdominal Transplant, UAB Acute Trauma Care Unit, UAB GI Surgery/ Stepdown
10.2021 - Current
- Provide patient care with a ratio of 5 to 1
- Perform and document patient Vital Signs
- Administer medication according to MAR
- Administer blood products
- IV insertion and discontinuation
- Lab draws from IV access and straight sticks
- NG tube/ Dobhoff insertion/discontinuation
- Ostomy management
- Wound care management
- Accessing ports
- Management of central lines
- Administer nebulizing breathing treatments
- Foley catheter insertion and discontinuation
- NGT insertion and discontinuation
- Operate suction equipment
- Perform electrocardiograms
- Aid in MET calls
- Aid in overdoses on the floor
- Manage insulin drips, heparin drips
- Manage a fresh kidney, liver, or pancreas transplant
- Hourly rounding of patients
- Stocked carts with everyday supplies used
- Patient Transportation
- Educate patients on plan of care and discharge paperwork as well as medication being prescribed
- Strong communication when calling report to receiving nurse and oncoming nurse
- Work with PCTs, RNs, RTs, NPs, PAs, and MDs to provide patient care.
- Pre-op, Post-op, and Postmortem care.
Independent Caregiver for her husband, Ron Sellers, suffering ALS
Jeanne Sellers
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Reviewed his chart/ medications for the day.
- Proficient in operating a hoyer lift/ wheelchair.
- Crushed medications and administered through PEG tube along with tube feeding.
- Administered breathing treatments through a nebulizer.
- Suctioned patient through an aspiration mask.
- Utilized head strap to feed patient thickened food.
- Advocated about patient condition when hospice came to visit.
- Performed range of motion exercises to prevent further contractures.
Reading Room Assistant in radiology
Fastaff Nursing (Swedish Medical Center), Medical Surgical/Oncology
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Organized paperwork such as charts, and reports for office and patient needs.
- Promptly answered multi-line phone system, took messages, and responded accordingly on behalf of the radiologist.
- Worked closely with various radiologists to streamline workflow and reduce disruptions during interpretations of imaging.
- Organized current and prior imaging to expedite study interpretation by the radiologist.
- Called and faxed important documents to corresponding outside hospitals.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines at all times to protect patient privacy.
- Acted as communication coordinator between the radiologist, physicians, nurses, and all other third parties requested.
- Consistently demonstrated the ability to work in a constant state of alertness, in a safe manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Auburn University at Montgomery
Montgomery, AL08.2021
Skills
- Strong Oral and Written Communication
- Active listener with the ability to rapidly adapt to changes in workflow
- IV insertion and discontinuation
- Aseptic technique in maintaining a sterile field
- Critical thinking for problem solving
- Medication Administration
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology and Pharmacology
- Assist with exams and treatment
- Foley insertion and discontinuation
- Straight cath
- Blood administration
- Vital Signs
- Physician Assistance
- Effective Working Relationship
- Prioritizing Stat Orders
- CPR
- HIPAA
- Multi-task
- Workflow Planning and Coordination
- Understanding of Medical Ethics
- Record and Retrieve Data
- Patient Relations
Certification
- BLS (Credential # 1jj79oqn9fpkokxtnfibsfv) expires 2025-11-30
- Licensed Practical Nurse (AL License # 1-187535) 2026-12-31
Timeline
Registered Nurse
FlexCare Medical Staffing/Step Down
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Flexcare Staffing (TriStar Summit) Medical Surgical/Trauma
03.2025 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse
Fastaff Nursing (Swedish Medical Center) Medical Surgical/Oncology
01.2025 - 03.2025
RN, BSN
UAB Abdominal Transplant, UAB Acute Trauma Care Unit, UAB GI Surgery/ Stepdown
10.2021 - Current
Independent Caregiver for her husband, Ron Sellers, suffering ALS
Jeanne Sellers
05.2019 - 08.2021
Reading Room Assistant in radiology
Fastaff Nursing (Swedish Medical Center), Medical Surgical/Oncology
06.2017 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Auburn University at Montgomery