Lindsey McSween
Swansea,United States
Summary
Registered nurse with over 8 years of clinical experience in acute care in an ICU, Medical-Surgical Step-down, and a cardiac cath lab setting. Vast experience dealing with a broad range of medical conditions. Adept in working as a collaborative team member to ensure that patients receive the highest level of care possible. Seeking a new job opportunity that will allow me to utilize my skills in order to obtain the position being offered within the hierarchy of your business.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse
The Regional Medical Center Of Orangeburg & Calhoun Counties
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse
Carolina Interventional Pain Institute
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Planned, executed, directed and evaluated nursing care given to surgical patient through perioperative experience to promote highest quality and patient safety.
- Admitted, assessed and prepared ambulatory care patients for surgery in accordance with surgery center policies and individual patient needs.
- Evaluated patient's level of pain, implementing effective medications and pain management techniques.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Staff Registered Nurse, ICU
The Regional Medical Center Of Orangeburg & Calhoun Counties
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient. Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation
Staff Registered Nurse
The Regional Medical Center Of Orangeburg & Calhoun Counties
07.2015 - 12.2020
- Oversaw the organization process involving patient care assignments by executing care based on each patient's relative conditions and delegating tasks for the available personnel to deliverer safe and efficient care while improving efficiencies along the way.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety.
Education
Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTAssociate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
Orangeburg, SC05.2015
Skills
- Patient Care/Advocacy
- Critical Thinking/Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Team Leadership
- Staff Scheduling
Certification
- Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid, 2023
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 2022
- JHN Scholarship in Nursing Practice Series, 2022
- Medtronics Academy Back to Basics Learning Academy, 2022
- Coronary Care Back to Basics Completion, 2022
- ABIOMED Cath Lab Staff Training, 2022
- NIH Stroke Certified, 2021
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
The Regional Medical Center Of Orangeburg & Calhoun Counties
11.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Carolina Interventional Pain Institute
06.2022 - 11.2022
Staff Registered Nurse, ICU
The Regional Medical Center Of Orangeburg & Calhoun Counties
12.2020 - 04.2022
Staff Registered Nurse
The Regional Medical Center Of Orangeburg & Calhoun Counties
07.2015 - 12.2020
Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
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