Elizabeth Steffan
Mcdonald
Summary
Dedicated Oncology/Hospice/Medical-Surgical RN with a proven track record at St. Clair Health, excelling in compassionate care and medication administration. Achieved enhanced patient outcomes through effective collaboration and evidence-based interventions. Skilled in empathetic patient communication and critical thinking, consistently improving satisfaction and safety.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology/Hospice/Medical-Surgical RN
St. Clair Health
01.2024 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathetic communication, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on disease processes, treatment options, self-care techniques, and medications to promote informed decision making.
- Enhanced patient safety through vigilant monitoring and assessment of vital signs, lab values, and symptoms.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring symptoms and adjusting medications accordingly.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Collaborated with oncologists to develop targeted treatment plans for patients with various cancer types and stages.
- Established rapport with diverse patient populations by demonstrating empathy and understanding during difficult periods of illness or treatment.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families coping with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Delegates to other care professionals appropriately.
- Performs charge nurse duties of the unit on night shift.
- Precepts new nurses on the unit.
- Performs invasive procedures such as peripheral IV insertion and blood draws safely following strict sterile techniques to prevent infection risks.
- Chemotherapy administration certification through the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center.
Nursing Assistant
St. Clair Health
09.2019 - 01.2023
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Washington Health System School of Nursing
Washington, PA12-2023
Skills
- Compassionate care
- End-of-life care
- Pain control
- Physician communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Oncology nursing care
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- License Number- RN785577
- Fall 2025: Antineoplastic and Therapy and Immunotherapy Course through the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Timeline
Oncology/Hospice/Medical-Surgical RN
St. Clair Health
01.2024 - Current
Nursing Assistant
St. Clair Health
09.2019 - 01.2023
Diploma - Nursing
Washington Health System School of Nursing