Lindsey Jackson
Registered Nurse, BSN
Edmond,OK
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 10+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to preoperative patients. Knowledgeable about surgical requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
RN, BSN Staff nurse
St. Mary’s regional Medical Center, Sameday surgery
Enid, OK
2016.01 - 2021.04
- Assisting and prepping patients prior to inpatient and outpatient procedures/surgeries in pre-op area.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Executing pre-op and post-op orders in a timely manner.
- Proficient in pre-operative IV start skills.
- Experienced in Phase II recovery of patients who have received outpatient procedures/surgeries.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
RN, BSN Staff Nurse
Oklahoma Spine Hospital
, OK
2013.08 - 2015.12
- Assisted and prepared patients prior to outpatient procedure/surgery in the pre-op area.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Worked proficiently in administering conscious sedation during pain injections/diagnostic procedures in procedure room.
- Maintained competency in the scrub nurse role for outpatient pain and diagnostic procedures in procedure room.
- Experienced in Phase II recovery of patients who have received outpatient procedures/surgeries.
RN, BSN Staff Nurse
Mercy Health Center, Unit
, OK
2013.04 - 2014.09
- Responsible for the care of 2-3 patients in an intensive care unit during a twelve-hour shift.
- Assessed and reassessed patients frequently during shift, including post-op, neuro/trauma and ventilated patients.
- Cared for patients who required several critical drips and titrated drips according to patient condition/situation.
- Monitored patients’ vital signs every 15-30 minutes during shift depending on patient acuity/patient-specific situation.
- Used appropriate communication skills with patients and families regarding plan of care and treatment provided.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
RN, BSN Staff Nurse
Mercy Health Center
, OK
2012.08 - 2013.04
- Implemented patient care for up to 6 patients per shift on a busy cardio/pulmonary/renal unit.
- Monitored patients with continuous cardiac and pulse oximeter monitors in place.
- Assessed patients pre- and post-procedures and monitor patients with frequent vital signs throughout shift.
- Educated patients/families on plan of care, discharge planning, new medications and discharge education.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
RN, BSN Staff Nurse
Mary’s regional Medical Center, Progressive Critical Care Unit
Enid, OK
2011.05 - 2012.07
- Implemented patient care for up to 5 patients per shift on a cardiac monitoring/PCCU unit.
- Monitored patients on cardiac drips, pre/post cardiac catheterization and pre/post pacemaker placement.
- Assessed patient status and notify physicians of clinical changes throughout shift.
- Educated patients/families on health care needs, conditions, and treatment options.
- Worked in a fast-paced environment with experience in discharge and admission paperwork.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Enid, OK 2009.07 - 2011.05
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK 2005.08 - 2009.05
Skills
Intravenous therapy
Patient education
Preventive health
Medication and IV administration
Spanish Proficiency
Cerner Use
Epic Use
Professional bedside manner
Pain clinics
Patient Assessments
Additional Information
- Recipient of Bailey Scholarship at OSU for Study Abroad Program in Mexico 2008
- Vice President of Administration of a National Women’s Fraternity at OSU 2007-2008
- Recipient of OSU President’s Leadership Council Scholarship 2005-2006
- Recipient of OSU Academic Excellence Scholarship: 2005-2009
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) -American Red Cross 3/2021-3/2023
Timeline
RN, BSN Staff nurse
St. Mary’s regional Medical Center, Sameday surgery
2016.01 - 2021.04
RN, BSN Staff Nurse
Oklahoma Spine Hospital
2013.08 - 2015.12
RN, BSN Staff Nurse
Mercy Health Center, Unit
2013.04 - 2014.09
RN, BSN Staff Nurse
Mercy Health Center
2012.08 - 2013.04
RN, BSN Staff Nurse
Mary’s regional Medical Center, Progressive Critical Care Unit
2011.05 - 2012.07
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwestern Oklahoma State University
2009.07 - 2011.05
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Oklahoma State University
2005.08 - 2009.05