Kelsey Mc Laughlin Bsn, Rn, Cpn
About Kelsey Mc Laughlin Bsn, Rn, Cpn
Kelsey Mc Laughlin is a Research Nurse Coordinator at Cook Children's Health Care System, where she provides clinical nursing care in research trials and ensures compliance with regulatory guidelines. She has extensive experience in pediatric nursing, having held various roles within the organization since 2019.
Work at Cook Children's Health Care System
Kelsey Mc Laughlin serves as a Research Nurse Coordinator at Cook Children's Health Care System, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she provides clinical nursing care to patients and their families involved in research trials. She collaborates closely with principal investigators to ensure adherence to sponsor and regulatory guidelines throughout the research process. Prior to her current role, she worked in various capacities at Cook Children's, including as a Post Anesthesia Care Nurse and a Quality Improvement Project Co-Chair.
Education and Expertise
Kelsey Mc Laughlin earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Texas Christian University, completing her studies from 2015 to 2019. Her educational background laid the foundation for her nursing career, which has included specialized roles in pediatric care. She has developed expertise in clinical nursing, research coordination, and quality improvement initiatives within healthcare settings.
Background in Pediatric Nursing
Kelsey Mc Laughlin has a diverse background in pediatric nursing, having held multiple positions at Cook Children's Health Care System. She worked as a Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Resident for six months in 2019 and as a Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she gained experience as a Nurse Extern in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Duke University Hospital in 2018. This extensive experience has equipped her with the skills necessary for her current role in research nursing.
Quality Improvement Initiatives
During her tenure at Cook Children's Health Care System, Kelsey Mc Laughlin served as the Quality Improvement Project Co-Chair from 2020 to 2022. In this role, she contributed to the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and operational efficiency within the healthcare system. Her involvement in quality improvement projects reflects her commitment to advancing healthcare practices.
Early Career Experience
Kelsey Mc Laughlin began her career as an Office Assistant at Foot and Ankle Associates Los Gatos from 2016 to 2017. This early experience in a healthcare setting provided her with foundational administrative skills. Additionally, her role as a Nurse Extern in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Duke University Hospital in 2018 allowed her to gain hands-on experience in a critical care environment, further shaping her nursing career.