Lyndsey Barker BSN, RN, CCRN
Carrollton,GA
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Staff Nurse with extensive experience in critical care. Proven leader and preceptor, fostering a supportive environment for new nurses while ensuring exceptional patient care. Adept at adapting to diverse clinical settings, enhancing team performance and patient outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse, CVICU
Tanner Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
- Works as part of an inter-disciplinary team in the treatment of patients in the immediate post-operative phase of cardiothoracic surgery.
- Demonstrate leadership skills by frequently serving as resource nurse. I strive to foster an approachable and supportive environment for newer employees, providing guidance and encouragement while allowing them the autonomy to develop confidence in their skills.
Staff Nurse, ICU
Piedmont Newnan Hospital
01.2023 - 11.2024
- Provided comprehensive care in an 18-bed intensive care unit, managing critically ill patients while supporting their families.
- Served as a preceptor for multiple new graduate nurses, supporting their tradition into confident, competent practitioners, while also assisting in onboarding and integration of experienced nurses.
- Assumed charge nurse responsibilities for an extended period during a management transition, supporting staff and ensuring safe patient care.
Staff Nurse, Critical Care Float Pool
Piedmont Health Services
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Adapted quickly to staffing needs by floating among 10 critical care units across four hospitals, including medical, cardiac, cardiac surgical, and neuro ICUs and IMCUs.
- Demonstrated the ability to acclimate to multiple critical care settings, efficiently leveraging resources and building a robust, well-rounded clinical skill set.
Staff Nurse, ICU
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
07.2017 - 03.2021
- Successfully completed a comprehensive critical care nurse residency program designed for new graduate nurses.
- Provided comprehensive care in a medical ICU, caring for critically ill patients and their families.
- Precepted multiple nurses after completing a formal preceptor education, fostering a supportive and welcoming environment for newly hired nurses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Baptist Collage of Nursing of Mercer University
Atlanta, GA05-2017
Certification
CCRN
Timeline
Staff Nurse, CVICU
Tanner Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
Staff Nurse, ICU
Piedmont Newnan Hospital
01.2023 - 11.2024
Staff Nurse, Critical Care Float Pool
Piedmont Health Services
03.2021 - 01.2023
Staff Nurse, ICU
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
07.2017 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Baptist Collage of Nursing of Mercer University