Lindsey Sande
Lebanon
Summary
Experienced nursing leader with a strong focus on clinical quality improvement and patient health education. Skilled in developing comprehensive care plans through teamwork and collaboration, leading to improved patient outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Oregon State Hospital
Salem/Junction City OR
06.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to develop tailored care plans for patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement evidence-based treatment strategies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and interventions in electronic health records.
- Assisted in crisis intervention, employing de-escalation techniques to manage acute psychiatric situations effectively.
- Established rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds through empathic listening and culturally sensitive communication practices.
Deputy Chief of Nursing
Oregon State Hospital
Salem/Junction City OR
12.2014 - 06.2025
- Oversaw nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to best practices.
- Led initiatives to enhance patient safety protocols, resulting in improved health outcomes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Analyzed departmental performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive efficiency.
- Managed budgetary allocations for nursing services, optimizing resource utilization across departments.
- Streamlined nursing operations by developing efficient staff scheduling and resource allocation processes.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through participation in quality assurance projects and performance improvement efforts.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures that led to enhanced consistency in nursing practice across all units.
- Participated in recruitment efforts that brought highly skilled nurses on board in a difficult working environment.
- Collaborated with senior leadership in strategic planning activities aimed at achieving organizational goals both short-term as well as longterm.
- Evaluated departmental performance metrics routinely allowing for swift identification and resolution of areas requiring improvement.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
Director of Nursing Harbors Program
Oregon State Hospital
Salem/Junction City OR
05.2012 - 12.2014
- Led nursing staff in implementing evidence-based practices to enhance patient care quality.
- Developed and executed training programs to improve clinical competencies among nursing personnel.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Managed compliance with state regulations and accreditation standards, ensuring high-quality healthcare delivery.
- Advocated for patient-centered care initiatives, promoting a culture of safety and respect within the hospital environment.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
Nurse Manager
Oregon State Hospital
Salem OR
11.2010 - 05.2012
- Directed nursing staff to ensure compliance with state regulations and hospital policies.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to streamline communication and decision-making processes.
- Directly supervised 45-50 staff
- Acted as the nursing representative on the Interdisciplinary Team
- Worked with other Mental Health Professionals to develop complex plans of care to treat the most acute patients the organization served.
- Led crisis intervention strategies, ensuring effective response to patient needs during emergencies.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
Director of Nursing Services
Avamere Health: Twin Oaks
Sweet Home, OR
11.2008 - 11.2010
- Directed nursing staff in implementing evidence-based practices to improve patient care quality.
- Developed and executed nursing policies ensuring compliance with state regulations and organizational standards.
- Mentored nursing team, fostering professional growth and enhancing clinical competencies across the department.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that increased patient satisfaction scores through targeted interventions.
- Resolved complex clinical issues by leveraging expert knowledge of healthcare best practices and protocols.
- Spearheaded training programs for new staff, ensuring seamless integration into clinical workflows and standards of care.
- Managed budgetary constraints effectively, ensuring optimal resource allocation for high-quality care delivery.
- Evaluated performance metrics regularly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted interventions accordingly.
- Mentored nursing staff in clinical skills development, fostering professional growth and excellence in practice.
Resident Care Manager
Evergreen Health
Portland, OR
06.2003 - 11.2008
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient wellbeing.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering professional development and improving team performance.
- Conducted regular assessments of resident needs, adapting care strategies accordingly to improve service delivery.
- Educated and evaluated clinical and support staff regarding care quality management regulations and standards of care.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, and other enabling services for patients.
- Worked with providers to define quality metrics and outcome reporting process.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Linn-Benton Community College
Albany, OR06.2003
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Clinical quality improvement
- Stress reduction strategies
- Psychiatric assessment
- Accurate documentation
- Care coordination
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Pain management
- Patient health education
- Psychiatric and mental health care
- Unit management and leadership
- Therapeutic communication
Certification
Collaborative Problem Solving Tier 1 & 2
Timeline
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Oregon State Hospital
06.2025 - Current
Deputy Chief of Nursing
Oregon State Hospital
12.2014 - 06.2025
Director of Nursing Harbors Program
Oregon State Hospital
05.2012 - 12.2014
Nurse Manager
Oregon State Hospital
11.2010 - 05.2012
Director of Nursing Services
Avamere Health: Twin Oaks
11.2008 - 11.2010
Resident Care Manager
Evergreen Health
06.2003 - 11.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Linn-Benton Community College