Lindsey Forche
Leesville,SC
Summary
Compassionate professional with expertise in providing comprehensive care to newborns, infants, toddlers and children. Skilled in administering medications, delivering treatments and following best practices in pediatric healthcare. Committed to delivering highest quality of patient care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
Lexington School District One
08.2015 - Current
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
Nurse Educator
Lexington Medical Center
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Instructed community based classes in neonate care, prenatal care, and postnatal care.
- Organized short-term educational programs such as lectures and workshops to address specific clinical topics in infant care
- Identified and assigned appropriate activities to enhance client learning
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
- Handled medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care.
- Communicated with patients and family members, providing detailed information regarding care and medications.
- Tracked patients' progress through careful reporting and documentation at each visit.
Pediatric Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Alabama
06.2007 - 06.2009
- Administered medications and treatments to pediatric patients to manage symptoms and promote healing.
- Monitored pediatric patient conditions to identify changes and respond promptly.
- Helped young patients feel comfortable with procedures and immunizations.
- Documented pediatric patient care to maintain accurate and complete medical records.
- Utilized nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina
06.2002 - 06.2004
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Administered medications and fluids and checked vital signs on critically ill newborns.
- Communicated with family members and loved ones to provide information about patient care, treatments and medical options.
- Provided high level of quality care for each and every patient in neonatal ICU unit.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05.2002
Skills
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Instructing
- Coordinating Referrals
- PICC Lines
- Seizure Disorders
- Well Visit Procedures
- Chart Documentation
- Pediatric Nursing
- Hygiene Support
- Family Education
- Educational Programs
- Tracheostomy Care
- Nursing Process
Timeline
Nurse
Lexington School District One
08.2015 - Current
Nurse Educator
Lexington Medical Center
01.2013 - 01.2015
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
01.2010 - 01.2012
Pediatric Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Alabama
06.2007 - 06.2009
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina
06.2002 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clemson University
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