Lyndsie Carlson
Rochester,MN
Summary
RN seeking a position at CentraCare - St. Cloud Hospital with a start date in February 2027. Cardiac PCU trained nurse who will have nearly 2 years of RN experience by start date. Proven ability to recognize changes in patient condition and respond efficiently in high acuity situations. RN with daisy award nomination and unit daisy team nomination. RN who wants to make a true impact in patients lives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiac PCU
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
02.2025 - Current
- Interpreted heart rhythms and ECG strips, as well as monitored vital signs, oxygenation, and hemodynamic status of up to 4 patients
- Recognized signs of deterioration and escalating care quickly
- Monitored patients post-catheterization +/- intervention
- Administrated Lidocaine, nitroglycerin, furosemide, heparin and other drips.
- Effectively managed care of patients with active chest pain, stroke symptoms, and shortness of breath in the same shift.
Patient Care Assistant, Cardiac PCU
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
12.2022 - Current
- Experienced PICU, CVICU, MICU, cardiac transplant, cardiac surgery, ortho, thoracic, and rehab
- Collect vital signs/blood sugars every four hours
- Individual recognition of compassion
Nursing Assistant
St. Cloud Hospital
St. Cloud, MN
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Management of eight patients: Vital signs/blood sugars, transfers, hygiene activities, intake/output, and cleanliness of room
- Remove peripheral IVs and urinary catheters
- Hospice care; turn & reposition every 1-2 hours and oral care
Nursing Assistant
St. Annes Benedictine Nursing Home
Winona, MN
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Transferred residents with hoyer, ceiling lift, non-mechanical sit-to-stand, and mechanical sit-to-stand
- Daily living activities such as showering, bathing, toileting, feeding, oral care, incontinence care, and dressing
- Therapeutic communication with memory care residents
Care Attendant
Parkview Assisted Living
Buffalo, MN
12.2020 - 10.2022
- Followed care of plan and administered medications
- Daily living activities such as dressing, toileting, feeding, and bathing
- Obtained vital signs, blood sugar, and weight when requested by nurse
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winona State University
Rochester, MN12-2024
Skills
- Medication administration
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Electrocardiogram interpretation
- Patient assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
- Professional bedside manner
Accomplishments
- Mentored a nursing student and precepted a new RN
- Successfully provided quality care of up to 4 patients in PCU and med-surg.
- Successfully called rapid response team and providers for two patients with signs/symptoms of stroke
- Successfully brought patient to catheterization lab for active STEMI
- Effectively collaborated with team when patient had abnormal vital signs/chest pain and intervened accordingly
Certification
- Registered Nurse with Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiac PCU
Mayo Clinic
02.2025 - Current
Patient Care Assistant, Cardiac PCU
Mayo Clinic
12.2022 - Current
Nursing Assistant
St. Cloud Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2023
Nursing Assistant
St. Annes Benedictine Nursing Home
12.2021 - 10.2022
Care Attendant
Parkview Assisted Living
12.2020 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winona State University