Reading
Writing
Current events
Winston Churchill
WWI and WWII
Beatles
Book stores
Old British sitcoms
Blogging (newest blog is a Substack entitled: Emergiblog, Life After Nursing
Kim McAllister
Hayward
Summary
Freelance copyeditor with focus on medical/nursing/health publications. Two years of experience working with McGraw Hill and Springer Publishing. Owner of MacsArt Copyediting LLC. Retired RN with 44 years of experience at the bedside, predominantly in emergency and critical-care departments. (Note website down for redesign, expected to go live on 9/19.)
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Editor
MacsArt Copyediting LLC
2022 - Current
- Freelance copy/line editor
- Member of copyediting team for Current Medical Diagnosis and Treatment 2025 with McGraw Hill, and for their online app, "Quick Medical Dx & Rx"
- Copyeditor for Springer Publishing medical/nursing books and presentations
- Edited and proofread various manuscripts to ensure clarity and coherence
- Collaborated with authors to provide constructive feedback on content structure and style
- Utilized editing software and tools for efficient proofreading and formatting tasks
- Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency
- Enhanced brand reputation by maintaining high ethical standards in all publications
Registered Nurse
Various
1979 - 2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans and improve treatment protocols
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal health outcomes
- Educated patients and families on health management practices and post-discharge care instructions
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and coordinate appropriate interventions
Blogger
Emergiblog.com
2005 - 2013
- Published regular pieces on my life and times as an emergency department nurse
- Proofread edited, and revised content as needed to maintain accuracy and high quality standards
- Developed a strong online presence for the blog by consistently producing high-quality content
- Helped initiate and plan the medbloggers track for Blog World and New Media Expo.
- Provided freelance writing services for clients across various industries by crafting tailored articles based on their specific needs.
- Collaborated with brands for sponsored content opportunities and partnerships
- Analyzed audience engagement metrics to refine content strategy effectively
- Managed social media platforms to promote blog posts and increase readership
Education
Copyediting certificate -
UC San Diego Extended Studies
San Diego, CA12.2022
Associate Degree - Nursing
Ohlone College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin–Green Bay
06.2010
Skills
- Editing and proofreading
- Critical thinking
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Accurate document editing
- Collaborative teamwork
- Expertise in Track Changes
Affiliations
ACES: The Society for Editing, member
EFA: Editorial Freelancers Association, member
Certification
- Copyediting certificate, University of San Diego Extended Studies, 2002
Interests
Timeline
Associate Degree - Nursing
Ohlone College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin–Green Bay
Editor
MacsArt Copyediting LLC
2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Various
1979 - 2022
Blogger
Emergiblog.com
2005 - 2013
Copyediting certificate -
UC San Diego Extended Studies
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