Catherine Rose Liikala
About Catherine Rose Liikala
Catherine Rose Liikala is a Registered Nurse at Scripps Health in San Diego, California, with extensive experience in various medical fields and a Doctorate in Family Practice Nursing from the University of San Diego.
Current Role as Registered Nurse at Scripps Health
Catherine Rose Liikala is currently employed as a Registered Nurse at Scripps Health in San Diego, California. Her role involves providing comprehensive nursing care, emphasizing patient safety and quality care measures. She is part of a multidisciplinary team that works collaboratively to meet the diverse health care needs of patients.
Previous Experience at PIH Health
Between 2014 and 2017, Catherine Rose Liikala served as a Cardiac Registered Nurse II at PIH Health. In this role, she managed cardiac patient care, including monitoring heart conditions, administering medications, and working closely with cardiologists to ensure optimal treatment plans. Her experience at PIH Health contributed significantly to her expertise in cardiac nursing.
Education and Academic Pursuits
Catherine Rose Liikala obtained her Bachelor of Science in Registered Nursing from UC Irvine, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. Building on her foundational knowledge, she pursued further education at the University of San Diego, completing her Doctorate in Family Practice Nursing between 2018 and 2021. Currently, she is advancing her studies towards a Doctorate of Nursing Practice with a concentration on adult-geriatric and family nursing.
Diverse Internships and Volunteering
Catherine has gathered a broad range of experiences through various internships and volunteer work. She has completed medical internships at both Maharaj Hospital and McCormick Hospital in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Additionally, she has volunteered in multiple medical disciplines, such as OB/GYN, pediatrics, internal medicine, oncology, psychiatric, emergency room, operating room, radiology, and community health. Her volunteering also extends to the American Red Cross, where she served as a Bilingual CPR Instructor.
Previous Roles in Healthcare and Education
Catherine's career includes multiple roles across different healthcare settings. She previously worked at UofL Health Care as a Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse from 2013 to 2014 and as a Clinical Specialist, Super User at UCLA Health in a temporary role from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, her early career involved directing Art For Africa from 2005 to 2007 and teaching CPR as a Bilingual Instructor for the American Red Cross between 2006 and 2008 in Yolo County, California.