Lindsey Herring
Gardendale
Summary
Diligent RN with comprehensive background in patient care and acute medical settings. Successfully managed diverse patient cases, demonstrating ability for quick decision-making and compassionate care. Proven ability to utilize advanced nursing techniques and foster supportive healthcare environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
UAB Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Provides care in pre-operative area.
- Ensures correct documentation is available.
- Proactively identifies potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Serves as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provides compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintains accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
RN
Farris, Riley & Pitt
02.2020 - 02.2023
- Worked for personal injury law firm to provide support and evaluation of medical records from a nursing standpoint.
- Created medical summaries of patient care and billing.
- Evaluated patient records to assess for possible medical malpractice.
RN Floor Nurse
St. Vincent's Hospital
03.2018 - 01.2024
- Worked in step-down area providing acute care to patients with a wide variety of illnesses.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to asess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to policies and procedures.
- Worked as relief Charge Nurse as needed.
- Precepted new orientees and students.
RN Staff Nurse
UAB Hospital
03.2016 - 04.2018
- Worked in an Apheresis and IV infusion department.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Performed specialized Apheresis procedures.
- Accessed ports regularly using sterile technique.
- Administered IV infusions.
RN Floor Nurse
Brookwood Medical Center
01.2014 - 08.2016
- Worked in Emergency Department.
- Cerner Super User during new software rollout.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
RN Floor Nurse
Brookwood Medical Center
09.2012 - 12.2013
- Worked on a Medical-Surgical GI/GU floor.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Medical-Surgical RN
UAB Hospital
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Worked in the Surgical ICU.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Education
Bachelor's in Nursing -
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL08-2017
Associate of Nursing -
Jefferson State Community College
Alabama08-2012
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Emergency care
- Quality improvement
- Patient safety
- Direct patient care
- Wound care
- Intake and discharge
- Patient education
- Medication and IV administration
- Tracheostomy care
- Family education
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Specimen collection
- Critical care
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
UAB Hospital
08.2023 - Current
RN
Farris, Riley & Pitt
02.2020 - 02.2023
RN Floor Nurse
St. Vincent's Hospital
03.2018 - 01.2024
RN Staff Nurse
UAB Hospital
03.2016 - 04.2018
Medical-Surgical RN
UAB Hospital
08.2014 - 03.2016
RN Floor Nurse
Brookwood Medical Center
01.2014 - 08.2016
RN Floor Nurse
Brookwood Medical Center
09.2012 - 12.2013
Bachelor's in Nursing -
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Associate of Nursing -
Jefferson State Community College
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