Catherine Adams
Avondale
Summary
I am a seasoned nurse with fifteen years of experience. Most of my RN experience has been in the Emergency Department and as a Critical Care Transport Nurse. I have Level I Trauma experience as well as fixed wing flight experience as the Medical Team Lead. My management experience includes full-time and fill in Charge Nurse roles in the Emergency Department. I recently switched gears and am now an RN Case Manager and work in Endoscopy PRN. I currently hold a Bachelor’s degree outside of Nursing and and started my Master’s in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner in May 2025.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Coordinator & Endoscopy RN
Dignity Health – St. Joseph’s Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted regular evaluations of care plan effectiveness, making necessary adjustments based on feedback from patients and providers.
- Assessed patient needs and connected them with appropriate resources to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Monitored progress towards patient goals, adjusting care plans as needed to achieve desired results.
Emergency Dept. RN/Fill in Charge Nurse
Abrazo Health Scottsdale
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients'' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Improved patient safety by consistently monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in status, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while delivering exceptional nursing care in a busy 24/7 Emergency Department setting.
Emergency Dept. Registered Nurse
Valleywise Health Maryvale
03.2019 - 07.2021
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients'' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Improved patient safety by consistently monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in status, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while delivering exceptional nursing care in a busy 24/7 Emergency Department setting.
ED Travel/Temp Registered Nurse
Chandler Regional Medical Center
12.2018 - 03.2019
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients'' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Improved patient safety by consistently monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in status, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while delivering exceptional nursing care in a busy 24/7 Emergency Department setting.
Trauma/ED Registered Nurse
Honor Health – JCL N. Mountain
10.2016 - 10.2018
- Care of Level 1 and 2 Trauma patients
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients'' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Improved patient safety by consistently monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in status, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while delivering exceptional nursing care in a busy 24/7 Emergency Department setting.
Flight Registered Nurse - PRN
Alia MedFlight
02.2017 - 05.2018
- Maintained flight medicine knowledge base by attending mandatory meetings, performing chart and equipment reviews, skills labs and clinical rotations and participating in continuing education sessions for care and transport of critically ill and injured patients.
- Planned, organized and positioned equipment and supplies for use in emergency conditions before, during and after transport.
- Utilized advanced flight nursing knowledge and skills to provide exceptional patient care in challenging environments while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
ED Charge Nurse/Registered Nurse
Phoenix St. Luke’s
11.2014 - 09.2016
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients'' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Improved patient safety by consistently monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in status, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while delivering exceptional nursing care in a busy 24/7 Emergency Department setting.
- ED Unit Council Representative
Critical Care Transport Registered Nurse
Southwest Ambulance
03.2014 - 10.2014
- Maintained constant communication with destination facilities throughout transports; providing updates on patient status and estimated time of arrival.
- Played a key role in the development and implementation of transport protocols, leading to more efficient operations and improved patient outcomes.
- Operated medical equipment efficiently during transports, including ventilators, IV pumps, and monitoring devices.
Education
Associates Degree - Registered Nursing
Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ01.2013
Bachelors of Individualized Studies - International Relations, Cultural Studies and History
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN01.2001
Skills
- Discharge planning
- Crisis intervention
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Ultrasound IV insertion
- Compassionate care
- Multitasking Abilities
- Strong clinical judgment
- Creative problem solving
- Team leadership
- Mentoring and coaching
Certification
- Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) 2026
- American Heart Association: BLS/ACLS/PALS 2026
- Society of Trauma Nurses: Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN) 2026
- Previous NIHSS certified
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Avid Reader
- Travel
- Pickleball
Timeline
Care Coordinator & Endoscopy RN
Dignity Health – St. Joseph’s Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Emergency Dept. RN/Fill in Charge Nurse
Abrazo Health Scottsdale
08.2021 - 05.2023
Emergency Dept. Registered Nurse
Valleywise Health Maryvale
03.2019 - 07.2021
ED Travel/Temp Registered Nurse
Chandler Regional Medical Center
12.2018 - 03.2019
Flight Registered Nurse - PRN
Alia MedFlight
02.2017 - 05.2018
Trauma/ED Registered Nurse
Honor Health – JCL N. Mountain
10.2016 - 10.2018
ED Charge Nurse/Registered Nurse
Phoenix St. Luke’s
11.2014 - 09.2016
Critical Care Transport Registered Nurse
Southwest Ambulance
03.2014 - 10.2014
Bachelors of Individualized Studies - International Relations, Cultural Studies and History
University of Minnesota
Associates Degree - Registered Nursing
Estrella Mountain Community College
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