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Lindsey Nichols

WYLIE,Texas

Summary

Dynamic Family Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse with expertise in chronic disease management and patient education. Excelled in interprofessional collaboration and preventive healthcare, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in employing both empathy and critical thinking to achieve outstanding care outcomes.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Associate

BODY 20
02.2024 - Current
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Family Nurse Practitioner

H A Grand, MD, PA
03.2015 - 08.2022
  • Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
  • Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
  • Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.

Family Nurse Practitioner

Healthstat, Inc
11.2012 - 03.2015
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop holistic care plans that addressed both physical and mental well-being of employees.
  • Served as a liaison between employees and healthcare providers, advocating for appropriate accommodations or modifications based on individual needs.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of wellness initiatives using key performance indicators, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Educated employees on self-care techniques, including proper nutrition, exercise routines, and stress reduction strategies.

Family Nurse Practitioner

Baylor Family Medical Center at North Garland
07.2008 - 11.2012
  • Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
  • Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
  • Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.

Registered Nurse

Methodist Regional Cancer Center
03.2005 - 03.2006
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

Registered Nurse

Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas
06.2003 - 03.2005
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Baylor University
Waco, TX
06-2008

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Pensacola Christian College
Pensacola, Florida
05-2003

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Excellent people skills
  • Chronic disease management
  • Patient education
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Preventive healthcare

Certification

Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (NP-C) - American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.


Registered Nurse - State of Texas

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Sales Associate

BODY 20
02.2024 - Current

Family Nurse Practitioner

H A Grand, MD, PA
03.2015 - 08.2022

Family Nurse Practitioner

Healthstat, Inc
11.2012 - 03.2015

Family Nurse Practitioner

Baylor Family Medical Center at North Garland
07.2008 - 11.2012

Registered Nurse

Methodist Regional Cancer Center
03.2005 - 03.2006

Registered Nurse

Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas
06.2003 - 03.2005

Master of Science - Nursing

Baylor University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Pensacola Christian College
Lindsey Nichols