Natasha Mcdaniels
Laurinburg,NC
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with several years of experience delivering quality patient care within community settings. Skilled in providing emotional support to patients and families, performing diagnostic tests, and administering medication. Demonstrates strong knowledge of emergency care and nursing techniques, collaborating effectively with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU/Float Staff Nurse
Scotland Healthcare System
Laurinburg, NC
06.2021 - Current
- Monitored and assessed critical care patients for changes in status and indications of sepsis or shock.
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and care coordination.
- Managed invasive central and arterial lines, enhancing patient safety and treatment efficacy.
- Evaluated sedation requirements and pain levels to optimize comfort and recovery.
- Facilitated closed loop communication with physicians for timely updates on patient conditions.
- Advocated for patients and families, addressing concerns and providing necessary support.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies for improved outcomes.
- Ensured ventilators functioned properly through collaboration with respiratory therapists.
Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
Richmond Community College
Hamlet, NC
09.2023 - 12.2025
- Coordinated hands-on learning experiences in simulation labs and clinical environments to enhance clinical skills.
- Assessed student performance through comprehensive evaluations to ensure mastery of nursing competencies.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance student training opportunities.
- Monitored adherence to accreditation standards and program requirements to maintain educational quality.
Office Staff Nurse
Scotland Urgent Care Center
Laurinburg, NC
08.2015 - 06.2021
- Assessed patient health status based upon presented symptoms and directed patient to appropriate level of care.
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens, and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
- Determined proper dosages before administering medications to ensure strict adherence to safety measures.
- Measured weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate, and blood pressure for 60-70 patients daily to support comprehensive health assessments.
- Tracked and reviewed diagnostic test results to assist in effective management of patient care between visits.
LPN
Southeastern Health
Lumberton, NC
04.2012 - 08.2015
- Monitored and conveyed critical patient information to healthcare staff, enhancing treatment planning and care delivery.
- Delivered direct and indirect nursing care to up to 30 patients per day
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
- Took incoming patient calls to provide assistance and triage medical concerns effectively.
- Reduced infection risk for staff and patients by cleaning and disinfecting equipment and instruments.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12-2025
Bachelor of Science -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, Utah12-2022
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Richmond Community College
Hamlet, NC06-2021
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC07-2009
Skills
- Critical care management
- Managing ventilators
- Medication Administration
- Intravenous therapy
- Blood administration
- Chest tube management
- Oxygen standards
- Dysrhythmia analysis
- Clinical supervision
- Collecting vitals
- EMR / EHR
- Palliative care support
Certification
• Critical Care Registered Nurse Certification, 10/2023
• Basic life support certification,11/2024
• Advance Cardiac Life Support certification, 11/2024
• NIH Stroke Scale Certification, 11/2025
• Basic life support certification,11/2024
• Advance Cardiac Life Support certification, 11/2024
• NIH Stroke Scale Certification, 11/2025
Timeline
Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
Richmond Community College
09.2023 - 12.2025
ICU/Float Staff Nurse
Scotland Healthcare System
06.2021 - Current
Office Staff Nurse
Scotland Urgent Care Center
08.2015 - 06.2021
LPN
Southeastern Health
04.2012 - 08.2015
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science -
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Richmond Community College
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Fayetteville Technical Community College