Overview
Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
COMMUNITY SERVICE
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LINDSAY BITTFIELD

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
2
2

Certifications

Summary

Board-certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with more than 11 years experience in multiple metropolitan NICUs. Flexible and adaptable in dynamic environments, proficiently providing comprehensive patient care in level II-IV NICUs as well as fast-paced, high-volume delivery centers. Skilled in advanced neonatal procedures as well as electronic medical record documentation. Experienced preceptor, known for empathy and consistent delivery of high quality care.

Work History

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Children’s Mercy Hospital
03.2015 - Current
  • Developed individualized care plans for neonates with complex medical conditions, working closely with families and healthcare providers to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary rounds in a busy Level IV NICU, providing input on patient care decisions and advocating for the needs of neonates and their families.
  • Performed comprehensive assessments on newborns, identifying potential health issues and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Implemented advanced life-saving measures during emergent situations, stabilizing critically ill infants.
  • Managed complex nutrition needs of premature and term infants to support optimal growth and development.
  • Educated parents on infant nutrition and breastfeeding techniques to promote healthy growth and development at home.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices and individualized treatment plans to enhance patient care for neonatal patients.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill infants, supporting families through the bereavement process.
  • Served as a preceptor for nurse practitioner students and new graduate NNPs.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Advent Health Shawnee Mission Medical Center
08.2017 - Current
  • Developed individualized care plans for term and preterm neonates, working closely with families and healthcare providers to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary rounds in Level III NICU, providing input on patient care decisions and advocating for the needs of neonates and their families.
  • Implemented advanced life-saving measures during emergent situations, stabilizing critically ill infants and facilitating transfer if necessary.
  • Evaluated and interpreted diagnostic tests, facilitating timely interventions for neonates.
  • Promoted family-centered care, engaging parents in the decision-making process and addressing their concerns regarding their baby's health.
  • Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional growth through clinical guidance and educational opportunities.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Advent Health South Overland Park
08.2021 - Current
  • Independently developed individualized care plans for neonates with complex medical conditions, working closely with families and bedside staff to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of neonatal patients to determine care needs.
  • Administer advanced life support measures during critical scenarios, ensuring rapid response.
  • Evaluate and interpret diagnostic tests, facilitating timely interventions for neonates.
  • Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional growth through clinical guidance and educational opportunities.

Registered Nurse

Favorite Health Care Staffing
10.2014 - 03.2015

Accepted nursing assignments on an as-needed basis, providing nursing relief for elementary, middle, and high schools. Additionally facilitated screenings for corporate health fairs.

Clinical Nurse II

University of Kansas Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2014
  • Provided direct patient care, monitoring vital signs and responding to changing conditions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
  • Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff in best practices for patient assessment and clinical procedures.
  • Chair of Unit Practice Council, assisting in the design and facilitating the transition from open NICU to private patient rooms.
  • Led quality improvement initiatives that included trials of new equipment and supplies, procedure and protocol writing, and workflow analysis.

Patient Care Technician

The University of Nebraska Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety while inpatient.
  • Assisted nursing staff in monitoring vital signs and reporting changes in patient conditions.
  • Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.

Guest Services Representative

Immanuel Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2007
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere at hospital entrance
  • Facilitated patient inquiries and directed them to appropriate departments for timely assistance.

Education

Master of Science in Nursing – Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

University of Missouri Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri
12-2014

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Nursing
Omaha, Nebraska
12-2007

Skills

  • Critical care management
  • Neonatal resuscitation; NRP certified
  • High risk delivery expertise
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Developmental care expertise
  • Experienced preceptor

Certification

  • National Certification Corporation (NCC), Neonatal Nurse Practitioner [2015-Present]
  • Certified Registered Nurse-Neonatal Intensive Care (RNC-NIC) [2011- present]
  • Missouri Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [2015- Present]
  • Kansas Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [2015- present]
  • Registered Nurse- Kansas (Compact) [2008-present]
  • Basic Life Support [2005-present]
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program [2015-present]
  • S.T.A.B.L.E.

Accomplishments

  • NNP Preceptor 2016-present, Children's Mercy Hospital
  • Member of Small Baby Unit committee, 2017-2020, Children's Mercy Hospital
  • Member of NNP Staffing and PTO work group, 2022, Children's Mercy Hospital
  • Chair, Neonatal ICU Unit Practice Council 2010-2012, Kansas University Hospital

COMMUNITY SERVICE

  • Timber Creek Elementary School, [2023-Present] Leader of Fine Motor group for kindergarten and first grade
  • Haiti Orphan Project, [2014-2020] Non-profit organization supporting Village de Vie Orphanage in Gonaives, Haiti. Date of travel: July 2014
  • Hope Medical Project, [2014-2020] Non-profit organization working in collaboration with Haiti Orphan Project to serve the community of Gonaives, Haiti with medical treatment and training. Date of travel: January 2015
  • One Good Deed, [2010-2015] Non-profit organization supporting NICUs in Kigali, Rwanda by traveling, bringing supplies, and providing education. Date of travel: July 2011.
  • March of Dimes, 2009, 2018, Participate in annual walk and fund raising for March of Dimes.

Timeline

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Advent Health South Overland Park
08.2021 - Current

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Advent Health Shawnee Mission Medical Center
08.2017 - Current

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Children’s Mercy Hospital
03.2015 - Current

Registered Nurse

Favorite Health Care Staffing
10.2014 - 03.2015

Clinical Nurse II

University of Kansas Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2014

Patient Care Technician

The University of Nebraska Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2008

Guest Services Representative

Immanuel Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2007

Master of Science in Nursing – Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

University of Missouri Kansas City

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Nursing
LINDSAY BITTFIELD