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Kathleen M Donaldson, RN, MS

Kathleen M Donaldson, RN, MS

Registered Nurse

Summary

Recognized by my peers as an experienced, dedicated, and passionate Registered Nurse with a mission for excellent customer-centered, safe and effective health care. During my 29 years as a professional, I gained valuable progressive work experience in a variety of clinical and non-clinical settings with various patient demographics.

Work History

Pre Admission Testing RN

Ascension St Thomas Midtown
  • Meticulously interviewed surgery patients, evaluating for potential risks related to anesthesia or surgery
  • Obtained medical records to clarify health histories, coordinated appointments efficiently for patient benefit, provided exceptional patient education for pre-op and post-op care while easing anxiety and establishing trust

IV Therapy Nurse

Maxwell Clinic
  • Promoted a positive healing environment through effective IV therapy infusion techniques tailored to each patient's unique tolerance levels in a private integrative medicine practice
  • Supported patients experiencing adverse reactions, especially those receiving plasma exchange, by swiftly identifying symptoms and implementing appropriate interventions

Nurse Manager

Deer Run Camps & Retreats
  • Recruited, trained, and scheduled 20+ registered nurses for 8+ weeks of day and night coverage
  • Ordered and organized supplies for health center serving 2500+ campers and staff each summer
  • Created and conducted in-service educational programs for nursing staff and camp counselors, focusing on safety and adherence to protocols
  • Collaborated annually with local physicians to create and update protocols
  • Facilitated open communication with lead staff and camp directors on daily basis
  • Maintained nurse credentials and references, budget parameters and end of season reports

Office RN

Various Physician Practices
  • Performed phone and portal triage including scheduling, prescription authorization, refills, insurance inquiries
  • Assisted providers with aseptic and sterile procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning
  • Offered compassionate patient education, empowering patients to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing

RN 2 Outpatient Infusion Nurse

Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center
  • Administered outpatient chemotherapy, supportive therapies, and emergency medications to multiple patients on a fast-paced nursing unit

RN Outpatient Day Surgery

Tennessee Surgery Center
  • Performed pre-op, circulation, post-op care, and discharge duties for adult and pediatric populations in a fast-paced freestanding surgery center

Covid-19 Case Investigator

State of Tennessee
  • Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations
  • Demonstrated flexibility and creative thinking in a time of frequently changing protocols

School Nurse

Private & Public Schools
  • Monitored chronic medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, seizures, and allergies while adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels
  • Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions
  • Served as a resource for faculty and staff by providing training on first aid, medication administration, and other health-related topics

Education

Master of Science - Nurse Midwifery

Baylor College of Medicine
Houston TX

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas
Austin TX

Skills

Spanish speaker for healthcare

Critical thinker

Organized team player

Strong venipuncture skills

Use of EMR & advanced computer skills

Multi-tasking while keeping customer service a priority

Customer-facing brand representation

Current BCLS certification

Timeline

Pre Admission Testing RN

Ascension St Thomas Midtown

IV Therapy Nurse

Maxwell Clinic

Nurse Manager

Deer Run Camps & Retreats

Office RN

Various Physician Practices

RN 2 Outpatient Infusion Nurse

Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center

RN Outpatient Day Surgery

Tennessee Surgery Center

Covid-19 Case Investigator

State of Tennessee

School Nurse

Private & Public Schools

Master of Science - Nurse Midwifery

Baylor College of Medicine

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas
Kathleen M Donaldson, RN, MSRegistered Nurse