KATIE SHAW
San Francisco
Summary
Pediatric Registered Nurse with 16+ years of experience in acute care, Level III NICU, pediatric hematology/oncology, and high-acuity pediatric home care. Background includes inpatient and travel roles at leading children's hospitals including Children's Hospital Los Angeles and Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford. Strong clinical judgment with proven ability to assess, monitor, and respond to changes in patient condition. Experienced in IV therapy, post-operative care, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Seeking transition into inpatient pediatric or NICU setting.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric RN - High-Acuity Care
BrightStar Care
San Francisco
11.2025 - Current
- Provide skilled nursing care for medically complex pediatric patients with chronic and acute conditions
- Perform comprehensive assessments and monitor for changes in respiratory status and overall condition
- Administer medications, manage feedings, and follow individualized care plans
- Coordinate care with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to maintain stability and prevent hospitalization
Acute Care Nurse
Private Family
San Francisco
01.2019 - 11.2025
- Delivered high-acuity pediatric nursing care with ongoing clinical monitoring and rapid response to changes in condition
- Performed medication administration, symptom assessment, and escalation to providers as needed
- Coordinated care across multiple specialists, therapies, and school systems
- Maintained continuity of care and prevented complications through proactive clinical management
Surgical Admitting RN (Travel)
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Los Angeles
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed preoperative care for 10-15 pediatric patients per shift in a high-acuity hospital setting
- Completed surgical readiness assessments, medication reconciliation, and patient education
- Collaborated with surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure safe, efficient procedures
Acute Care Pediatric RN (Travel)
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Los Angeles
10.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided direct care in a high-acuity pediatric inpatient unit
- Monitored patient status, identified clinical deterioration, and escalated care appropriately
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support treatment plans
NICU RN (Travel)
Alta Bates Medical Center
Berkeley
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Delivered Level III NICU care for premature and medically fragile neonates (2-3 patient ratio)
- Performed neonatal assessments, lab collection, and medication administration
- Supported feeding progression and family education
Acute Care Pediatric RN (Travel)
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Los Angeles
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Delivered pediatric acute care in a fast-paced inpatient setting
- Assisted with procedures and coordinated interdisciplinary care
NICU RN (Travel)
Alta Bates Medical Center
Berkeley
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Provided Level III NICU care including feeding support and clinical monitoring
- Identified and communicated changes in patient condition
NICU RN (Travel)
Kapiolani Medical Center
Honolulu
11.2015 - 12.2015
- Delivered neonatal care including feeding support, monitoring, and lab collection
- Provided family education and discharge planning
Pediatric RN (Travel)
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Los Angeles
06.2015 - 09.2015
- Provided preoperative and procedural care for pediatric patients
- Completed assessments and supported perioperative planning
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology RN
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
Palo Alto
12.2013 - 06.2015
- Managed complex pediatric oncology patients including central line care and medication administration
- Monitored for complications and changes in condition, escalating care appropriately
- Maintained strict infection control and patient safety standards
Pediatric / NICU RN (Travel)
Kaiser Permanente
San Francisco
04.2013 - 12.2013
- Delivered care across NICU and pediatric inpatient units
- Performed assessments, feeding support, and patient monitoring
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams in a hospital setting
Pediatric RN
Arnold Palmer Children's Hospital
Orlando
08.2011 - 12.2012
- Provided acute inpatient care for pediatric patients
- Performed assessments, medication administration, and post-operative care
- Monitored patient status and escalated clinical concerns
- Educated families and supported discharge planning
Medical-Surgical RN
Winter Park Memorial Hospital
Winter Park
01.2011 - 08.2011
- Delivered care for adult patients with acute and chronic conditions
- Performed assessments, medication administration, and monitoring
- Managed multiple patients in a fast-paced inpatient environment
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement care plans
Registered Nurse
Urologic Consultants
Grand Rapids
08.2010 - 11.2010
- Performed patient triage and clinical assessments
- Assisted with procedures and coordinated care with providers
- Managed lab specimen collection and documentation
Cardiac ICU RN
Borgess Medical Center
Kalamazoo
02.2010 - 08.2010
- Provided critical care for patients with acute cardiac conditions
- Monitored cardiac rhythms and clinical status
- Performed rapid assessments and escalated changes in condition
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Advent Health University
Skills
- Neonatal & Pediatric Assessment
- Level III NICU (Feeder/Grower, Step-Down)
- Acute Pediatric & Post-Operative Care
- IV Starts
- Medication Administration
- G-Tube Feeding & Management
- Early Recognition of Clinical Deterioration
- Family-Centered Care & Education
- Care Coordination & Discharge Planning
- EMR Documentation (Epic, Cerner)
Certification
- RN, California
- BLS
- PALS
- NRP
Timeline
Pediatric RN - High-Acuity Care
BrightStar Care
11.2025 - Current
Acute Care Nurse
Private Family
01.2019 - 11.2025
Surgical Admitting RN (Travel)
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
07.2018 - 01.2019
Acute Care Pediatric RN (Travel)
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
10.2017 - 01.2018
NICU RN (Travel)
Alta Bates Medical Center
01.2017 - 04.2017
Acute Care Pediatric RN (Travel)
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
06.2016 - 09.2016
NICU RN (Travel)
Alta Bates Medical Center
01.2016 - 04.2016
NICU RN (Travel)
Kapiolani Medical Center
11.2015 - 12.2015
Pediatric RN (Travel)
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
06.2015 - 09.2015
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology RN
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
12.2013 - 06.2015
Pediatric / NICU RN (Travel)
Kaiser Permanente
04.2013 - 12.2013
Pediatric RN
Arnold Palmer Children's Hospital
08.2011 - 12.2012
Medical-Surgical RN
Winter Park Memorial Hospital
01.2011 - 08.2011
Registered Nurse
Urologic Consultants
08.2010 - 11.2010
Cardiac ICU RN
Borgess Medical Center
02.2010 - 08.2010
Associate Degree - Nursing
Advent Health University