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Shelly Mcdonald

Nurse Educator Nurse Administrator

Nurse Edinburg, TX Western Governors University
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Overview
Level
Staff
Connections
501
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 649,767 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Shelly Mcdonald is one of them.
  • 37,801 Nurses are based in TX (out of 101,236 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 76 contacts at Western Governors University are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse compensation in TX: $106,000 – $158,000 (median $123,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurses in TX: Baylor Scott & White Health (1,197), Memorial Hermann Health System (1,122), Texas Health Resources (1,020).
  • 5% of Nurses in TX hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 71% of Nurses in TX have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

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  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Lamar University
Master Of Science
2015
The University Of Texas At Arlington
2020
Texas A&M University
2011
Texas A&M Health Science Center
Bachelors
2013
Texas A&M University - Mays Business School
2011
Skills
Leadership Patient Rights Project Nurse Powerpoint Public Speaking Final Cut Studio Dreamweaver Nursing Process Sales Acting Event Planning Microsoft Technologies Customer Satisfaction Pyxis Healthcare Ehr Outlook Patient Advocacy Microsoft Office Patient Education Microsoft Word Meditech Microsoft Excel Marketing Time Management Customer Service Tantrack Nursing Quickbooks Research Patient Safety Hmr Ehr Marketing Research
About Western Governors University
Industry
Education
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
wgu.edu
Office Location
4001 S 700 E, Salt Lake City, UT
Professional Overview

Shelly Mcdonald is a Nurse Educator Nurse Administrator, currently affiliated with Western Governors University, based in Edinburg, TX. As a nurse, Mcdonald contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Edinburg, TX. Mcdonald holds academic credentials, including Master Of Science and Bachelors, from Lamar University and The University Of Texas At Arlington. Core competencies include Leadership, Patient Rights, Project Nurse, Powerpoint, Public Speaking. Western Governors University operates in the Education sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Edinburg, TX healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Shelly Mcdonald located?
Shelly Mcdonald is based in Edinburg, TX. They are currently affiliated with Western Governors University.
What is Shelly Mcdonald's specialty?
Shelly Mcdonald specializes in Nurse. Their current role is Nurse Educator Nurse Administrator.
Where does Shelly Mcdonald currently work?
Shelly Mcdonald currently works at Western Governors University.
What is Shelly Mcdonald's educational background?
Shelly Mcdonald attended Lamar University and The University Of Texas At Arlington.
How do I contact Shelly Mcdonald for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse?
Recruiting nurses typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurses across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse in TX?
Nurses in TX typically earn $106,000 to $158,000 annually, with a median of $123,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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