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Whitney Lindsey

Norman Park,GA

Summary

Dedicated Registered Nurse with 10+ years experienced in Medical/Pediatrics, Emergency Department and Education. Currently possess a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and seeking to maintain a Masters of Nursing in Education. Aiming to influence my experience and knowledge to effectively fill the nursing instructor role at Southern Regional Technical College.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse Patient Educator

Colquitt Regional Medical Center
01.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to provide education to patients on their existing and new diagnosis (CHF,COPD,diabetes, etc).
  • Educated patients and family on medication use and side effects.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Collaborated with staff education to implement a Nursing Assistant Program and facilitated with instructing the class.
  • Collaborated with the education department and managers of clinics to educated exisiting and new medical assistants.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Colquitt Regional Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2021
  • Overseen 9-10 nurses as a charge nurse
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.

Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Department

Colquitt Regional Medical Center
09.2013 - 01.2016
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from input/output
  • assumed care of trauma patients,acute patients and fast track patients under the care of a Registered Nurse
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.

Certified Nursing Assistant Medical/Pediatrics

Colquitt Regional Medical Center
11.2006 - 09.2013
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Provided care to the pediatric and geriatric population
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Columbus State University
Columbus, GA
08.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Southern Regional Technical College
Thomasville, GA
12.2015

Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing

Southern Regional Technical College
Thomasville, GA
08.2013

Skills

  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Patient Education and Counseling
  • Patient Counseling
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Diabetes and Nutrition Education
  • Awaiting boards for Ostomy Management Specialist (OMS)

Timeline

Registered Nurse Patient Educator

Colquitt Regional Medical Center
01.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Colquitt Regional Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Department

Colquitt Regional Medical Center
09.2013 - 01.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant Medical/Pediatrics

Colquitt Regional Medical Center
11.2006 - 09.2013

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Columbus State University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Southern Regional Technical College

Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing

Southern Regional Technical College

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