Laurie Lindsay
Chester,Virginia
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 19+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to Perioperative and Oncology patients. Knowledgeable about Surgical requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Perioperative Travel Registered Nurse
Highpoint Wake/ Baptist Hospital
04.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Elevated patient trust by establishing strong rapport and effectively addressing concerns related to their care plans or overall health status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Travel Perioperative Registered Nurse
Portsmouth Regional Hospital
03.2023 - 10.2024
- Maintained compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and national nursing standards through diligent adherence to established protocols.
- Supported surgical teams under high-pressure situations while maintaining composed demeanor, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided quality perioperative care by closely monitoring patients throughout their surgical experience.
- Reduced surgical site infections through meticulous adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to new technologies and equipment within the operating room, enhancing efficiency and accuracy during surgeries.
- Improved patient satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering support before and after surgery.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by anticipating surgeon''s needs during procedures and promptly providing required instruments or supplies.
- Contributed to a positive work environment within the perioperative department through active participation in staff meetings.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough preoperative assessments and effectively communicating with the surgical team.
- Facilitated successful surgeries by setting up equipment properly, positioning patients correctly, and performing necessary counts of instruments and supplies before each procedure.
- Minimized complications during surgery by assisting surgeons in maintaining a sterile field and passing instruments efficiently.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information by maintaining electronic health records in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Planned, executed, directed and evaluated nursing care given to surgical patient through perioperative experience to promote highest quality and patient safety.
- Promoted professional development among nursing staff by participating in continuing education programs and sharing best practices with peers.
- Assisted with or initiated emergency measures for sudden adverse development in patients with cardiac arrest, respiratory distress and shock.
- Performed interventions to assist patient in returning to normothermia at conclusion of immediate postoperative period.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Travel Perioperative Registered Nurse
CHRISTUS St Vincent Regional Medical Center
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Maintained compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and national nursing standards through diligent adherence to established protocols.
- Supported surgical teams under high-pressure situations while maintaining composed demeanor, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided quality perioperative care by closely monitoring patients throughout their surgical experience.
- Reduced surgical site infections through meticulous adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
- Prepared, implemented and evaluated nursing care for patients through each step of surgical procedure.
- Educated patients and loved ones regarding operating procedures, expectations, side effects and recovery process.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Assisted with or initiated emergency measures for sudden adverse development in patients with cardiac arrest, respiratory distress and shock.
- Facilitated successful surgeries by setting up equipment properly, positioning patients correctly, and performing necessary counts of instruments and supplies before each procedure.
- Contributed to a positive work environment within the perioperative department through active participation in staff meetings.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to new technologies and equipment within the operating room, enhancing efficiency and accuracy during surgeries.
RN, Hematology Oncology
Virginia Commonwealth University
03.2020 - 03.2023
- Key Skills and Accomplishments: Adult Leukemia and Lymphoma
- Coordinates the care of cancer patient, including different treatments and tests
- Manage both the symptoms of the patient’s disease and the side effects of various cancer treatments
- I am educated on pain assessment and management through both pharmacological and non-drug related methods
- Ascertain the level of understanding each patient and their families both have and then educate accordingly
- Cerner and Epic proficient.
RN, Clinical Quality Analyst Interim
Virginia Commonwealth University
01.2019 - 04.2020
- Developed Clinical Quality Analyst position and supports Perioperative finance, IT leadership members and clinical staff to review and correct the documentation and charge errors found
- Completes daily/weekly audits of clinical documentation, adheres to regulatory billing compliance guidelines, and provides necessary education, training and follow up to improve documentation and processes, and charge capture
- Attends scheduling team meetings to familiarize with scheduling process.
RN, Operating Room ACC/ VCU
Virginia Commonwealth University
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Quality Chart Auditing
- De Loitte Pilot.
RN, Operating Room/ St. Mary’s Hospital
Bon Secour
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Worked 11-11 PRN to take care of ill family member.
RN, Clinical Nurse Educator
Southside Regional Medical Center
11.2014 - 03.2017
- Education and clinical resource to Surgical Services staff
- Design, implement, facilitate, evaluate education programs and orientation
- Developed and implemented AORN Perioperative 101 Internship program
- Provide new employee orientation, RN/GN orientation and support, periodic and ongoing educational programs
- Collaborated with department managers to determine education needs, identify appropriate educational methods for ongoing education, in-services, certification programs and seminars
- Collaborated with department managers to develop policies, procedures, and patient care standards within surgical services, assisted with initiating changes
- Charge nurse when necessary.
RN, Operating Room/Same Day Surgery
Wentworth Douglass Hospital
01.2004 - 11.2014
- Collaborated with a variety of disciplines, make nursing referrals, delegate, and supervise ancillary staff in providing safe and efficient patient care peri-operatively
- OB/GYN service coordinator, evaluate products, procedure planning, staff education and training
- Quality lead coordinator, Da Vinci robotic certified, staff scheduling coordinator.
Education
Bachelor of Science of Nursing -
ECPI University, College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science of Nursing -
Great Bay Community College/Portsmouth NH
Bachelor of Behavioral Health -
University of New Hampshire, Granite State College
Skills
- Nursing Documentation
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient Assessment
- Trauma Nursing
- Critical Thinking
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Infection Control
- CPR/AED
- Student Precepting
- Training staff
Certification
- RN, VA Multi-state # 0001258113, 05/2026
- Basic Life Support, 05/2025
- ACLS, 05/2025
- Oncology Nursing Society, 09/2024
Professionalmemberships
Oncology Nursing Society, 09/2020, 09/2024
Volunteer Experience
Chesterfield County Foodbank
Timeline
Perioperative Travel Registered Nurse
Highpoint Wake/ Baptist Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Travel Perioperative Registered Nurse
CHRISTUS St Vincent Regional Medical Center
01.2024 - 04.2024
Travel Perioperative Registered Nurse
Portsmouth Regional Hospital
03.2023 - 10.2024
RN, Hematology Oncology
Virginia Commonwealth University
03.2020 - 03.2023
RN, Clinical Quality Analyst Interim
Virginia Commonwealth University
01.2019 - 04.2020
RN, Operating Room ACC/ VCU
Virginia Commonwealth University
02.2018 - 01.2019
RN, Operating Room/ St. Mary’s Hospital
Bon Secour
01.2017 - 02.2018
RN, Clinical Nurse Educator
Southside Regional Medical Center
11.2014 - 03.2017
RN, Operating Room/Same Day Surgery
Wentworth Douglass Hospital
01.2004 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science of Nursing -
ECPI University, College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science of Nursing -
Great Bay Community College/Portsmouth NH
Bachelor of Behavioral Health -
University of New Hampshire, Granite State College