Nicole McDonald
Visalia,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable healthcare professional adept at completing age-appropriate examinations, ordering correct labs and prescribing medical interventions to manage both acute and chronic medical issues. Proficient in educating patients and families in procedures, at-home care and preventive measures.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Sequoia Family Medical Center
Porterville, CA
12.2024 - 02.2025
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as laboratory work, EKGs, x-rays, ultrasounds and other imaging studies.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Prescribed medications and other treatments, adjusting dosages and therapies as necessary for optimal patient outcomes.
RN, Intermediate Critical Care Unit
Kaweah Health Medical Center
Visalia, USA
04.2013 - 12.2024
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Family Medicine - Christopher Christian M.D.
Kaweah Health Medical Group
Visalia, USA
- 375 Hours
Family Medicine - Robert D. Allen M.D.
Kaweah Health Medical Group
Visalia, USA
- 125 Hours
Pediatrics - Caitlin Renn M.D.
Kaweah Health Medical Group
Visalia, USA
- 125 Hours
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL09.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of the Sequoias
Visalia, CA12.2012
Skills
- Electronic health records systems
- Physical assessments
- Preparing treatment plans
- Diagnosis formulation
- Family education
- Patient communication
- Preventive care
- Health promotion
- Interpreting laboratory results
- Pediatric care
Healthcare Experience
RN, Intermediate Critical Care Unit, Kaweah Health Medical Center, Visalia, CA, 04/13, Present, Provide exceptional care to critically ill patients in the ICCU, Administer medication and intravenous fluids, Monitor telemetry and respond to patient needs or emergent situations, Follow physician orders and report changes in condition, Educate patient and families and provide care and support, Groom and bathe patients and provide assistance with general care
Qualifications
- Prescribing using MD Tool Box
- Alliance for reviewing lab results and other imaging
- Proficient in Cerner Electronic Health Record
- CAPD certified
Nurse Practitioner Practicum Experience
- Family Medicine, Christopher Christian M.D., Kaweah Health Medical Group, Visalia, CA, 375
- Family Medicine, Robert D. Allen M.D., Kaweah Health Medical Group, Visalia, CA, 125
- Pediatrics, Caitlin Renn M.D., Kaweah Health Medical Group, Visalia, CA, 125
Licensure And Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), CA, 836610, 04/24
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 08/24
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association, 05/24
- Family Nurse Practitioner Certification, 09/23
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Sequoia Family Medical Center
12.2024 - 02.2025
RN, Intermediate Critical Care Unit
Kaweah Health Medical Center
04.2013 - 12.2024
Family Medicine - Christopher Christian M.D.
Kaweah Health Medical Group
Family Medicine - Robert D. Allen M.D.
Kaweah Health Medical Group
Pediatrics - Caitlin Renn M.D.
Kaweah Health Medical Group
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of the Sequoias
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