Lindsey Wandling
Ankeny,IA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with experience in direct patient care, outpatient care, and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mary Greeley Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Admit, transfer, and discharge patients.
- Manage and schedule a four chair outpatient room.
Patient Care Technician
Mary Greeley Medical Center
06.2018 - 02.2021
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Lead Daycare Teacher
Halley's Academy
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Resolved staff and parent disputes through constructive problem-solving techniques.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
Boone12.2020
Skills
- Body Mechanics Knowledge
- Patient Counseling
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Personal Care Needs
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Chemotherapy/ Immunotherapy Administration
Certification
- BLS Certification
- Chemotherapy/ Immunotherapy Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mary Greeley Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Mary Greeley Medical Center
06.2018 - 02.2021
Lead Daycare Teacher
Halley's Academy
06.2017 - 01.2018
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
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