Deborah McGinnis
Carnegie
Summary
Compassionate ICU Registered Nurse with extensive experience in critical care and emergency response. Proven ability to lead teams, assess patient needs, and implement effective care plans to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
ICU Registered Nurse
St. Clair Hospital
Pittsburgh
01.2026 - Current
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to support patient needs and goals.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
RN Clinical Education Specialist
Allegheny General Hospital
Pittsburgh
05.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with nurse managers, assistant nurse managers, clinical supervisors, and staff to assess the learning needs and competencies.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate educational plans/programs, and utilize methods, measurements, and tools to evaluate the achievement of learning goals.
- Serve as a consultant for staff in areas of program development, clinical practice, and professional development.
- Participate in the coordination and continuity of orientation programs.
- Maintain skills and certifications.
LifeFlight Registered Nurse
Allegheny General Hospital
Pittsburgh
05.2008 - Current
- Assume and maintain responsibility for the patient from the onset of assuming care to the final disposition and hand-off report at the final destination.
- Demonstrate competency and proficiency in all aspects of care and populations.
- Demonstrate clinical assessment skills, and care planning skills.
- Provide safe and effective care to the population (all ages, from pre-birth to elderly), served according to regulatory requirements.
- Participate in quality assurance programs, such as chart review audits and case reviews.
- Maintain education and certifications.
Burn/Trauma ICU Nurse
Mercy Hospital Of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
02.2008 - 08.2008
- Provided direct patient care in high-acuity settings.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions regularly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient management.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery plans.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records using electronic systems.
- Assisted in emergency procedures and critical interventions as needed.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor
Allegheny General Hospital
Pittsburgh
02.2006 - 05.2008
- Managed patient care assignments based on staff skills and patient needs.
- Reviewed patient charts regularly to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Resolved conflicts among staff through effective communication and mediation techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Rotated on-call responsibilities with other clinical supervisors per established schedule to address 24/7 patient care needs.
- Conducted performance evaluations of nursing staff and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
Emergency Department Staff Registered Nurse
UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
Pittsburgh
08.2005 - 02.2006
- Provided direct patient care in fast-paced emergency department environment.
- Collaborated with medical team to assess and prioritize patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management.
- Utilized electronic health records for accurate documentation of patient information.
- Maintained compliance with hospital policies and state regulations in care delivery.
- Triaged incoming patients and communicated with doctors to encourage timely attention to urgent situations.
Emergency Department Staff Registered Nurse
Allegheny General Hospital
Pittsburgh
12.1997 - 02.2006
- Provided direct patient care in fast-paced emergency department environment.
- Collaborated with medical team to assess and prioritize patient needs.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Utilized electronic health records for accurate documentation of patient information.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and procedures.
- Triaged incoming patients and communicated with doctors to encourage timely attention to urgent situations.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards related to the Emergency Department.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to provide life saving measures.
Staff Registered Nurse student health services
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
06.2003 - 03.2005
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure safety standards.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery.
- Provided direct patient care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and documented all medication administration accurately.
- Facilitated strategic goals aimed at increasing satisfaction and improving outcomes through compassionate, precise and high-quality nursing care.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital Of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
06.1998 - 11.2001
- Triage patients to determine urgency of medical needs.
- Monitor vital signs and report changes to healthcare team.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans and recovery processes.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in electronic systems.
Pediatric ICU Nurse
Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
06.1996 - 09.1998
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions in pediatric ICU.
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician's orders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care plans.
- Educated families on care procedures and post-discharge instructions.
- Assisted in complex procedures and interventions under supervision of physicians.
- Documented patient progress and communicated changes to healthcare team.
- Maintained a sterile environment and adhered to infection control protocols.
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed by the physician.
- Performed physical assessments of critically ill children.
- Educated parents about their child's illness and condition and how it can be managed at home.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines in providing safe, effective care.
- Coordinated patient transfer between departments or facilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient care activities according to established standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA04-1996
Skills
- Critical care
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Electronic medical records
- Emergency response
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- Life-sustaining machines
- Emergency care
- Medical records management
Certification
PHRN
Timeline
ICU Registered Nurse
St. Clair Hospital
01.2026 - Current
RN Clinical Education Specialist
Allegheny General Hospital
05.2023 - Current
LifeFlight Registered Nurse
Allegheny General Hospital
05.2008 - Current
Burn/Trauma ICU Nurse
Mercy Hospital Of Pittsburgh
02.2008 - 08.2008
Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor
Allegheny General Hospital
02.2006 - 05.2008
Emergency Department Staff Registered Nurse
UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
08.2005 - 02.2006
Staff Registered Nurse student health services
University of Pittsburgh
06.2003 - 03.2005
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital Of Pittsburgh
06.1998 - 11.2001
Emergency Department Staff Registered Nurse
Allegheny General Hospital
12.1997 - 02.2006
Pediatric ICU Nurse
Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
06.1996 - 09.1998
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing