Lynda Roberts
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Results-driven healthcare professional with over 20 years of experience in nursing. Proven track record in patient advocacy, clinical judgment, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective care plans, improving overall patient safety and satisfaction. Received Nurse Excellence award on Med/surg floor while serving as charge nurse and again from Float Pool.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery. Working in Float Pool, developing skills throughout the hospital on all nursing floors. Cardiac, CCU, Stepdown, Renal/Pulmonary, Senior Behavior, Med-surg, Orthopedic, Postpartum Mother/Baby.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Covenant Health Systems
Knoxville, TN
04.2001 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, administering medications and monitoring vital signs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Mentored junior staff, enhancing team skills in clinical procedures and patient interactions.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and safety protocols.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, ensuring accurate documentation of patient conditions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
King University
Bristol, TNSkills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Covenant Health Systems
04.2001 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
King University