MALLORY DONAHUE
Cross Plains,WI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. A seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
SSM St. Mary's Hospital 2E ICU (SSICU)
Madison, WI
09.2020 - Current
- In this unit I am Heart Trained. I am skilled and trained to take care of patients directly from open heart surgery from the operating room
- Assist in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improve patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provide support for patient's families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- SSM is a Level 2 Trauma Facility
- Monitor patient's hemodynamic status accompanied with or without multiple sedation and/or vasoactive medication infusions in varying complexities.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient's' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conduct 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.
- Enhance patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Manage patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicate with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
SSM St. Mary's Madison Hospital, Cardiovascular Care Unit, 5 East
Madison, WI
02.2016 - 01.2020
- The patient population on this unit are individuals with multiple comorbidities and who were facing acute medical concerns, patients experiencing substance abuse withdrawal and patients who have undergone coronary bypass graft surgery, valve surgery, (open heart), peripheral vascular surgery, lung surgeries and more critical procedures and conditions
- Transition from CNA to RN on this unit
- Charge RN on 5E IMC unit
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
SSM ST. MARY'S MADISON HOSPITAL, CARDIOVASCULAR CARE UNIT-5 EAST
Madison, WI
08.2009 - 01.2016
- Care for surgical patients who undergo cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgery as well as other acute care patients with various medical conditions
- Trained to read and monitor telemetry
- I was part of our "Ebola" Team also known as our "Emerging Pathogens Team"
- CNA and Telemetry Preceptor
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
UW Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WINo Degree - Nursing
Southwest WI Technical College
Fennimore, WIAssociates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
MADISON COLLEGE
Madison, WI12.2015
High School Diploma -
Middleton High School
Middleton, WI06.2006
Skills
- CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement)
- IABP and Impella
- Arterial Line Placement
- ICP/CPP Monitoring
- Swanz Ganz Catheters
- Transvenous and Epicardial Pacemakers
- External Ventricular Drains and assist in placement
- Experienced with ECMO patients post surgery
- RN Preceptor
- Work within other ICU units: MICU and PCU
- Intensive Care Unit Experience
- Central Line Management
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Chest Tube Management
- Airway Management: Rapid Sequence Intubation
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (CALS)
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- IV setup
- Emergency Interventions
- Cardiac monitors
Accomplishments
* Nominated and Awarded the Professional Nursing Award: Patient Advocate (Spring 2024)
* Guardian Angel Award x2 (Spring 2010)
* FCCS (Fundamentals of Critical Care Support) Certified (expires 2026)
References
Upon Request
Timeline
Registered Nurse
SSM St. Mary's Hospital 2E ICU (SSICU)
09.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
SSM St. Mary's Madison Hospital, Cardiovascular Care Unit, 5 East
02.2016 - 01.2020
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
SSM ST. MARY'S MADISON HOSPITAL, CARDIOVASCULAR CARE UNIT-5 EAST
08.2009 - 01.2016
No Degree - Nursing
UW Milwaukee
No Degree - Nursing
Southwest WI Technical College
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
MADISON COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
Middleton High School