Nancy Lindgren (Brockelman)
Cambridge,MN
Summary
Charge Nurse leading 4+ nursing personnel per shift on a 14-bed transitional care unit, currently providing 1-1 care while developing 20+ care plans per week, transcribing orders, and monitoring patient status. Coordinates infection control, treatments, and daily charting with steady attention to complex conditions including dementia, Parkinson's, diabetes, cancer, and Alzheimer's disease. Supports safe, organized care through accurate documentation, fluid balance tracking, and hands-on unit oversight.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Field Care Nurse
Bayada Pediatrics Home Care
Arden Hills, MN
08.2017 - Current
- Complete 100% of required nursing charting each week to keep patient records current and clinically organized.
- Deliver 1 pediatric patient visits per shift while monitoring breathing support, medications, and response to care.
- Assess pediatric patients regularly and adjust care based on changing symptoms, caregiver input, and treatment plans.
- Provide tracheotomy care and monitor airway needs to support safe, consistent home nursing services.
- Administer prescribed medications and track patient responses during routine home visits.
- Support families with clear teaching on daily care routines, symptom monitoring, and when to escalate concerns.
- Manage ventilator-dependent care and observe respiratory status for changes that require prompt nursing response.
- Perform catheter insertion and removal procedures with attention to patient comfort and infection prevention.
- Develop care plans that reflect patient needs, family routines, and clinical priorities in the home setting.
- Monitor insulin-related care and follow prescribed treatment instructions during visits.
- Document patient status, interventions, and follow-up needs in a clear and timely manner.
- Follow infection control practices during procedures, equipment handling, and routine patient contact.
- Review care delivery for consistency with nursing documentation standards and home health requirements.
- Coordinate with nurses and caregivers to keep patient support organized across shifts and visits.
- Observe changes in condition and communicate concerns promptly to support timely clinical decisions.
- Assist with quality checks on patient care routines and report issues that need follow-up.
Charge Nurse
St Clare Community Living
Mora, Mn
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Managed 14 patients per shift in a 14-bed TCU while coordinating assessments and ongoing care.
- Developed patient care plans through assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses tailored to each resident's needs.
- Led nursing personnel assigned to the unit and shift with clear direction and consistent support.
- Documented patient information gathered from interviews and updated records to support continuity of care.
- Followed infection control procedures while delivering bedside care and treatments across a range of complex conditions.
- Assisted patients with daily functions and monitored fluid intake and output to support stable day-to-day care.
Healthcare Specialist
Lincare
Cambridge, MN
05.2015 - 04.2016
- Completed 100% of patient education follow-ups after CPAP, BiPAP, and non-invasive ventilator training.
- Supported 4-8 patients weekly with education, setup guidance, and follow-up across home respiratory care needs.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease processes, and day-to-day self-management needs.
- Set up CPAP/BiPAP and non-invasive ventilators, then followed up to support ongoing respiratory care.
- Performed patient assessments and care checks to monitor status and respond to changing needs.
- Trained patients on MDINR home coagulation testing and reinforced correct use during instruction.
- Performed O2 titrations for patients on oxygen and set up discharge oxygen for hospital transitions.
RN
Presbyterian Homes
Cambridge, MN
04.2002 - 02.2015
- Supported 100% care plan adherence by developing nursing plans and aligning daily care with resident needs.
- Completed 10+ resident assessments per shift while tracking changes in condition and escalating concerns promptly.
- Administered wound care and applied ordered treatments to support healing and resident comfort.
- Performed patient assessments and coordinated care with physicians and nurse practitioners to address changing needs.
- Supervised CNAs and coordinated daily unit care to maintain consistent resident support.
- Completed Medicare and daily charting in line with skilled nursing documentation standards and state regulation compliance.
- Assisted residents with daily activities, monitored fluid intake and output, and supported medication administration, including insulin assistance.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lake Superior College
Duluth, MN01-2009
Diploma - Nursing, LPN
Pine City Technical College
Pine City, MN01-2008
Skills
- Tracheotomy care
- Foley catheter insertion/removal familiarity
- Patient evaluation/intervention
- Insulin medication assistance
- Non-invasive ventilations
- Care plan development
- Infection control
- Medication administration
- Patient charting
- Nursing staff supervision
- Quality assurance audits
- Skilled nursing documentation standards
- State regulation compliance
Certification
BLS Certification
Timeline
Pediatric Field Care Nurse
Bayada Pediatrics Home Care
08.2017 - Current
Charge Nurse
St Clare Community Living
05.2016 - 06.2017
Healthcare Specialist
Lincare
05.2015 - 04.2016
RN
Presbyterian Homes
04.2002 - 02.2015
Diploma - Nursing, LPN
Pine City Technical College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lake Superior College