Lori McDonald
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse specialized in Emergency Department settings. Known for high productivity and efficiency in fast-paced environments. Skilled in triage assessment, critical care, and patient education. Excels with communication, teamwork, and problem-solving to deliver exceptional patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
Milwaukee, WI
10.2023 - Current
- Documented all patient interactions, assessments, and interventions in electronic health records with accuracy.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Correctional Registered Nurse
Wellpath-Milwaukee County Jail
Milwaukee, WI
01.2018 - Current
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Maintained knowledge of current trends in correctional healthcare through continuing education courses or literature review.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Cared for prisoners suffering from contagious illnesses or conditions, including influenza, lice, and gastrointestinal bugs.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving inmates; administered first aid and CPR when necessary.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ascension St. Francis Hospital
Milwaukee, WI
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Documented all patient interactions, assessments, and interventions in electronic health records with accuracy.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Registered Nurse Traveler
American Traveler Staffing
Baton Rouge, FL
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions to appropriate healthcare professionals promptly.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Assessed patient conditions by utilizing physical assessment techniques and laboratory data.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Adapted to different hospital units and practices, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Alverno
Milwaukee12-2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Alverno
Milwaukee, WI08-2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI12-2007
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Triage Management
- Medical records management
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Compassionate care
- Medication administration
Certification
- ACLS- Exp:05/2025
- TNCC- Exp:12/2028
- BLS- Exp:08/2025
- Registered Nurse-161893 - 30, Exp: 02/2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ascension St. Francis Hospital
01.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse Traveler
American Traveler Staffing
03.2021 - 01.2022
Correctional Registered Nurse
Wellpath-Milwaukee County Jail
01.2018 - Current
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Alverno
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Alverno
Associate of Science - Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
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