Lyndsay Hoffman
Arlington Heights,IL
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with a proven track record of excellence in providing comprehensive care to patients with obesity and related health conditions. As the sole provider and leader at the Arlington Heights location of a prominent weight loss clinic, adept at assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients, while also leading a clinical team to deliver high-quality care. Possesses advanced clinical skills in prescribing weight loss medications, formulating individualized treatment plans, and counseling patients on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle modifications. Demonstrates exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities, fostering a collaborative and supportive clinic environment. Committed to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of the latest advancements in obesity management and primary care. Passionate about empowering patients to achieve their weight loss goals and improve their overall health and well-being.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FNP-BC
Options Medical Weight Loss
08.2023 - Current
- Assess, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with obesity-related conditions, employing evidence-based practice and clinical guidelines.
- Prescribe appropriate weight loss medications tailored to individual patient needs and medical history, ensuring safety and efficacy.
- Formulate personalized weight management plans for patients, integrating dietary modifications, exercise regimens, and behavior modification strategies.
- Provide comprehensive counseling and education to patients regarding nutrition and lifestyle modifications to facilitate sustainable weight loss and improve overall health.
- Monitor patient progress closely, conducting regular follow-up appointments to track weight loss goals, adjust treatment plans as needed, and provide ongoing support and motivation.
- Serve as sole provider and leader at Arlington Heights location of weight loss clinic, overseeing all aspects of patient care delivery and clinic operations.
- Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team members, including medical provider assistant, weight loss health coaches and clinical manager to deliver holistic care and optimize patient outcomes.
- Document patient encounters accurately and thoroughly in electronic health records, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Manage high patient volume efficiently, seeing approximately 20-30 patients per day while ensuring each patient receives individualized attention and care.
- Stay current with latest research and advancements in obesity management and weight loss interventions, participating in continuing education activities and professional development opportunities.
RN II
Lutheran General Hospital
11.2019 - 06.2023
- Fosters consistent continuum of care during patients entire surgical stay, and recognizes difference in care between adult and pediatric patient population
- Communicates respectfully and clearly with all team members and provides highest level care for patient with safest outcomes in mind
- Responsible for coordinating and providing comprehensive patient care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation
RN II
Illinois Masonic Medical Center
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Provides holistic care to variety of surgical patients by prepping them before surgery, addressing individual concerns of both patients and family members
- Comforts patients in times of anxiety and often-stressful situations and ensure all their needs have been met before surgery
- Attentive to details about patient’s medical/surgical history, and follow exact protocol before patient goes to surgery.
Assistant Clinical Manager
Illinois Masonic Medical Center
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Provides administrative and clinical leadership decisions with Manager of Clinical Operations
- Collaborates with nursing care team to manage and solve daily staffing, patient and family concerns
- Promotes staff growth and development while supporting and satisfying staffing needs
- Works with Manager of Clinical Operations, Nursing director, Medical director, and others in developing strategic plan and direction for unit
- Expert in auditing patient’s charts to improve quality and nursing sensitive indicators
- Responsible for coordinating, developing and providing educational opportunities for 30 nursing team members.
RN II
Illinois Masonic Medical Center
07.2016 - 05.2018
- Care for critically ill patients in urban, Magnet certified Level 1 trauma, 16-bed surgical intensive care unit
- Assume primary responsibility for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for two assigned patients
- Prepare, administer, record prescribed medications safely, and titrate and facilitate medical drips
- Collaborate with care team in providing optimal and safe care for patients
RN II
West Suburban Medical Center
10.2014 - 06.2016
- Experienced in caring and treating acutely ill patients with a variety of cardiac and medical conditions in a 12-bed medical/surgical intensive care unit.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing-Nurse Practitioner (M.S.N.-N.P.) -
Saint Louis University School of Nursing
Saint Louis, MO12.2022
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) -
DePaul University School of Nursing
Chicago, IL06.2014
Bachelor of Science in Community Health – Rehabilitation Studies -
University of Illinois
Urbana-Champaign, IL05.2011
Certification
- FNP-BC Professional License, 209027493, Current- 5/31/2026
- Illinois RN License, 041424902, Current - 05/31/2026
- ACLS/BLS for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Current
Graduate Level Clinical Experience
- Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, MO, Internal Medicine Primary Care, 450, 08/2020, 12/2022
- Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, MO, General Pediatrics, 125, 08/2020, 12/2022
- Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, MO, Women’s Health, 100, 08/2020, 12/2022
Timeline
FNP-BC
Options Medical Weight Loss
08.2023 - Current
RN II
Lutheran General Hospital
11.2019 - 06.2023
RN II
Illinois Masonic Medical Center
05.2019 - 11.2019
Assistant Clinical Manager
Illinois Masonic Medical Center
05.2018 - 05.2019
RN II
Illinois Masonic Medical Center
07.2016 - 05.2018
RN II
West Suburban Medical Center
10.2014 - 06.2016
Master of Science in Nursing-Nurse Practitioner (M.S.N.-N.P.) -
Saint Louis University School of Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) -
DePaul University School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Community Health – Rehabilitation Studies -
University of Illinois
- FNP-BC Professional License, 209027493, Current- 5/31/2026
- Illinois RN License, 041424902, Current - 05/31/2026
- ACLS/BLS for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Current
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