Meghan A. Donahue
Newtown Square
Summary
Experienced Neonatal Intensive Care nurse with a strong background in caring for critically ill and post-operative neonates in a predominantly surgical setting. Skilled in advanced assessment, multidisciplinary collaboration, and family-centered care. Brings a solid foundation in complex neonatal management to the role of Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, with a commitment to supporting children’s health from infancy through adolescence.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Surgery
Nemours Children's Health
Wilmington
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted in pre- and post-operative management for pediatric surgical patients.
- Educated patients and families regarding recovery, wound care, and follow-up.
Pediatric Primary Care
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Paoli
05.2025 - 12.2025
- Performed well-child visits, acute care, and chronic condition management.
- Provided growth/developmental screenings, immunizations, and family education.
Rehabilitation Medicine
Nemours Children's Health
Wilmington
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Managed pediatric patients with concussions.
- Participated in multidisciplinary care planning with PT, OT, and rehab specialists.
Pre-Anesthesia Department
Nemours Children's Health
Wilmington
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Conducted pediatric pre-operative evaluations and assessments.
- Collaborated with anesthesia team to optimize surgical readiness and patient safety.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing - Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Villanova University
Villanova, PA12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA06.2019
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care coordination
- Evidence-based practice
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Pediatric care principles
- Family education
Nursing Experience
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | Philadelphia, PA
Clinical Nurse- Neonatal/Infant Intensive Care Unit (N/IICU)
09/2019- Current
- Provide specialized nursing care to critically ill neonates and infants.
- Partner with interdisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based, family-centered care.
- Precept and mentor new nurses and residents to enhance unit knowledge and safety.
Boston Children's and Brigham and Women's Hospitals | Boston, MA
Travel Nurse- NICU
December 2023- December 2024
- Provided care for critically ill neonates and pediatric patients in Level III/IV NICU and specialty units.
- Adapted quickly to new hospital systems, EMRs, and workflows while maintaining high standards of evidence-based care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver family-centered care in fast-paced, high-acuity environments.
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Pennsylvania 09/2019-Present
- Registered Nurse, Delaware 09/2024-Present
- Registered Nurse, Massachusetts 10/2023-Present
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Current
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Current
- NP Certification, Pending January 2026
Professional Memberships
- Pennsylvania State Nurses Association 01/01/22-Present
- National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (Student Member) 01/01/23-Present
Professional Development And Leadership
- Infection Prevention Champion
- ECMO Bedside Nurse
- Aquadex Bedside Nurse
- Diversity & Inclusion Committee Member
- Patient Monitoring Task Force Member
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
General Surgery
Nemours Children's Health
08.2025 - 12.2025
Pediatric Primary Care
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
05.2025 - 12.2025
Rehabilitation Medicine
Nemours Children's Health
05.2025 - 08.2025
Pre-Anesthesia Department
Nemours Children's Health
01.2025 - 05.2025
Master of Science - Nursing - Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Villanova University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Drexel University