HANNAH LINDSAY
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, skilled in critical care and patient management. Proficient in Epic and ACLS certified, excels in delivering exceptional patient outcomes through effective collaboration and advanced clinical skills. Committed to maintaining high standards of care and fostering a safe, supportive environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
Minneapolis, Minnesota
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Assisted in patient positioning and comfort before, during, and after surgery.
- Maintained sterile environment by following infection control protocols.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Participated in team briefings to discuss surgical plans and patient needs.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Assisted physicians with intraoperative procedures including specimen collection and tissue manipulation.
- Managed instrumentation during surgical cases, ensuring proper functioning of equipment at all times.
Registered Nurse 2 - VAD & Heart Transplant
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Managed a 1:4 patient ratio in a high-acuity critical step-down unit, providing continuous monitoring and titration of IV drips including: heparin, dopamine, dobutamine, amiodarone, and diltiazem.
- Organized patient care for cardiovascular needs such as ventricular assist devices (VADs), heart transplants, total artificial hearts, pre- and post- coronary artery bypass, valve surgeries, cardiac cath, and advanced heart failure treatments.
- Analyzed telemetry data to identify cardiac abnormalities and conducted continuous monitoring.
- Executed nursing care by completing physical assessments, patient education, administration of medications, and closely monitoring patient health status.
- Educated patients based on admitting diagnoses, new medications, and any topic pertaining to the hospitalization.
- Arranged chest tubes, wound vacs, and JP drains based on provider orders.
- Maintained a safe work and patient environment by adhering to the hospital’s safety, risk management, and infection prevention standards.
Registered Nurse - Cardiology Stepdown
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Monitored a 1:4-5 patient ratio in step-down setting, with continuous cardiac and hemodynamic monitoring.
- Coordinated patient care for cardiovascular needs such as congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, and chest pain.
- Managed post operative care for the following: vascular bypass surgery, cardiac cath, coronary artery bypass graft, TAVR, aortic abdominal aneurysm repair, valve replacement, and pacemaker placement.
- Collaborated with health care professionals to formulate a plan of care based on patient needs.
- Adapted to changes in work tasks by adjusting plan of nursing prioritization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Minor in Healthy Lifestyle Management
Creighton University
Omaha, NE05-2022
Study Abroad Program -
Universidad de Catolica de Valencia
Valencia, Spain09-2018
Skills
- Registered nurse license – Minnesota and Tennessee
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
- VAD certification
- Epic proficiency
- AORN certification – 2026
Leadership and Acheivement
- All Star Award – speaking up for patient safety
- DAISY Award Nominee (3x) – recognized for providing compassionate, excellent care to patients and their families
- RN Preceptor: 01/25-07/25
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
01.2026 - 06.2026
Registered Nurse 2 - VAD & Heart Transplant
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
04.2024 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse - Cardiology Stepdown
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
02.2023 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Minor in Healthy Lifestyle Management
Creighton University
Study Abroad Program -
Universidad de Catolica de Valencia