Lindsay Thompson
Wentzville,MO
Summary
Diligent and dependable LPN with a strong foundation in patient care and medical support. Proficient in managing daily patient routines and providing compassionate care to improve patient well-being. Demonstrated skills in administering medications, physical assessments and maintaining accurate patient records. Well-qualified with experience in multiple settings including hospital, clinic, and long term care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Med-Surg Oncology LPN
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital
Lake Saint Louis, MO
05.2024 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
LPN
Clipboard Health
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Traveled to various locations such as clinics, homes, correctional and long-term care facilities
- Took on the role of Charge Nurse, quickly understood the requirements at each location to provide exceptional care for a variety of patients
of all ages and families. - Coordinated and scheduled appointments, care plan development.
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and their families throughout
the care process. - Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and preformed physical assessments, assisted with ADLs.
LPN
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
03.2019 - 07.2022
- Neuro, MedSurg, Oncology, Ortho, TraumaSurg
- Enhance patient status to return to baseline function, using multi modal approach and communicating
with various therapies and resources - Monitor patient closely for changes in condition and advocate as needs arise
- Adeptly handling all aspects of treatment and patient care for up to 5 patients per shift
- Receive patients from PACU - manage post-op orders, fluids, PCA, and care through discharge
- Manage pain effectively, implementing position changes, cold therapy, activity, timely administration of
analgesics. - Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Combat Medic (68W), LPN (M6), EMT - Sergeant
United States Army
12.2008 - 12.2020
- Educated military personnel on first aid techniques and preventative medicine practices to reduce injury rates within the unit.
- Increased soldier readiness through regular health screenings, vaccinations, and preventive medicine initiatives.
- Improved overall team efficiency by maintaining accurate records of supplies, equipment, and medical treatments administered.
- Established field medical stations to provide triage and stabilization services during large-scale operations.
- Provided health care services to rural communities on deployments
- On Base Clinic - Schedule and room patients, Obtain Chief complaint, Perform assessments and exams, care plan development Assist with outpatient and inpatient care and treatment, Assist Providers to carry out tests and procedures
Provide preventative, therapeutic, and emergency care
Maintained training schedules for EMT medics and nurses - Contributed to mission success by maintaining a high level of personal fitness, weapons proficiency, and tactical knowledge.
- Administered medications, vaccines and tests such as electrocardiograms and field neurological tests.
Medical Support Specialist
Biolife Plasma Services
06.2018 - 10.2019
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- Assisted in the development of new clinical protocols and procedures to improve overall efficiency and effectiveness within the practice.
- Determine donor eligibility to donate plasma, Manage donor adverse events, Review laboratory test results
- Counsel and advise donors on nutrition, vital signs, labs, and unsuitable test results
- Maintain employee records, coordinate Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees
- Provide center level support of environmental, health and safety
- Manage employee incidents, provide medical care
Clinical Assistant - LPN
Forefront Dermatology
12.2016 - 06.2018
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Improved patient satisfaction by handling queries and concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Assisted patients with basic care needs.
- Ensured accurate documentation of vital signs, symptoms, and medical histories for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Promoted a friendly and efficient environment for patients and staff
- Roomed patients, obtained chief complaint, interviewed patients to obtain medical information, scribed for
doctors - Educated patients on procedures, medications, conditions
Scheduled appointments, performed wound care and suture removals - Assisted Dermatologist with procedures such as: surgical photographs, Biopsies - punch, DIF and shave,
Excisions, Electrodessication and curettage, Injections, And Cosmetic procedures - Utilized effective communication and active listening skills when interacting with physicians, nursing staff, and patients.
LPN
Medical Staff Network
01.2014 - 06.2018
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
LPN
Feet For Life Centers
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Roomed patients, obtained vitals, interviewed patients to obtain medical information
- Surgical Consults, Patient Education, Wound care and suture removal
- Prepared patients for surgeries, administered IV therapy, performed X-rays
- Monitored patient's pre-op and post-op
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
LPN Charge Nurse
Gardenview Care Center
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Supervised nursing assistants and aides
- Provided quality and timely care and treatments
- Partnered with a team of Registered Nurses to ensure overall well-being of all patients
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring
- Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for patients
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions
Physician Substitute
Biotest Pharmaceuticals
San Antonio, TX
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Evaluated potential Plasma donors medical history
- Recorded donor's medical histories
- Performed Physical Examinations, Obtained vitals
- Educated donors on HIV /AIDS and plasmapheresis
- Collected, recorded and maintained patient medical history, reports and examination results.
Education
General Studies
Saint Charles Community College
No Degree -
Army Basic Leader Course
06-2016
EMT And LPN
Army Medical Center And Schols
12-2010
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Geriatric nursing
- IV therapy
- Verbal and written communication
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Missouri Board of Nursing.
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Med-Surg Oncology LPN
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital
05.2024 - Current
LPN
Clipboard Health
06.2022 - 05.2024
LPN
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
03.2019 - 07.2022
Medical Support Specialist
Biolife Plasma Services
06.2018 - 10.2019
Clinical Assistant - LPN
Forefront Dermatology
12.2016 - 06.2018
LPN
Medical Staff Network
01.2014 - 06.2018
LPN
Feet For Life Centers
01.2012 - 01.2014
LPN Charge Nurse
Gardenview Care Center
01.2012 - 01.2013
Physician Substitute
Biotest Pharmaceuticals
01.2010 - 01.2012
Combat Medic (68W), LPN (M6), EMT - Sergeant
United States Army
12.2008 - 12.2020
General Studies
Saint Charles Community College
No Degree -
Army Basic Leader Course
EMT And LPN
Army Medical Center And Schols