LINDSAY GOUGH
Fort Wayne
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with extensive experience in acute and chronic care settings. Skilled in performing physical exams, diagnosing and treating illnesses, and providing care for a wide range of patients. Proven track record of delivering quality patient care outcomes.
Dedicated and compassionate professional with extensive experience in acute and chronic care settings.
During my master's program, I had clinical experiences in family practice, dermatology, pediatrics, women's health, and orthopedics. My goal as a nurse practitioner is to make a difference in the lives of my patients. In my combined experience as a nurse and nurse practitioner, I have encountered patients throughout the lifespan. I have significant experience in ICU, oncology, and orthopedics.
While basically all my experience is in direct patient care, I have spent time in several of my roles educating new nurses and nurse practitioners. In an effort to make a difference in patients' lives, I would like the opportunity to educate the next generation of nurses and inspire them to provide quality, empathetic care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Fort Wayne Orthopedics
Fort Wayne
01.2024 - Current
- Provide urgent care to patients with acute orthopedic injuries in an urgent care setting.
- Communicate effectively with physicians, and other healthcare team members.
- Educate patients and families about medical treatments, and self-care management techniques.
- Perform minor procedures such as suturing lacerations or reducing finger dislocations.
Nurse Practitioner
Fort Wayne Medical Oncology and Hematology
Fort Wayne
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate efficient patient care transitions across the continuum of care.
- Provided urgent care to patients with acute medical conditions.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and other healthcare team members.
- Educated patients about chemotherapy side effects and what to expect during the course of treatment.
- Created our practice's first ever survivorship program. Provided patients with the resources and support they needed after surviving cancer treatment and ensured they continued to receive proper cancer screening tests.
Chemo Infusion RN
Fort Wayne Medical Oncology and Hematology
Fort Wayne
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Initiated emergency response protocols when needed due to unexpected complications from an infusion procedure.
- Maintained detailed records of all infusions administered to patients.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance while educating patients about their treatments.
- Monitored vital signs during infusions and responded quickly to adverse reactions or changes in patient condition.
RN
Lutheran Health Network
Fort Wayne
11.2019 - 08.2021
- Worked in the emergency room at St. Joseph Hospital until the pandemic began when I transferred to the COVID ICU to help where the critical need was.
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures as needed.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
- Initiated resuscitative measures to reduce disability and death from acute circulatory and respiratory emergencies.
- Responded to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols.
Clinical Research Coordinator
Fort Wayne Medical Oncology
Fort Wayne
04.2018 - 11.2019
- Determined strategies to promote and recruit research participants and retain participants in long-term clinical trials.
- Discussed research study with potential research participants.
- Followed participants through study activities to comply with study requirements.
- Collaborated with research team members to develop strategies for collecting patient data from medical charts or electronic health records.
RN
Parkview Regional Medical Center
Fort Wayne
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Worked in the Surgical Trauma ICU.
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings.
- Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures as needed.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
RN
Lutheran Health Network
Fort Wayne
04.2016 - 10.2017
- Worked in the Pediatric ICU.
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures as needed.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, medications, nutrition requirements, pain management strategies.
RN
McLaren Greater Lansing
Lansing
03.2015 - 04.2016
- Worked on an Adult and Pediatric Med/Surg unit.
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies.
- Taught patients and significant others to manage illness or injury by explaining post-treatment home care needs.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN, US05.2022
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Marian University
Indianapolis, IN, US12.2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Kinesiology
DePauw University
Greencastle, IN, US05.2013
Skills
- Preventive Care
- Patient Education
- Critical Care Nursing
- Primary Care
- Health and Wellness
- Health Promotion
- Team collaboration
- Pediatric nursing
Certification
- Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, ANCC
- BLS certified, 05/23
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Indiana
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Fort Wayne Orthopedics
01.2024 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Fort Wayne Medical Oncology and Hematology
05.2022 - 12.2023
Chemo Infusion RN
Fort Wayne Medical Oncology and Hematology
08.2021 - 05.2022
RN
Lutheran Health Network
11.2019 - 08.2021
Clinical Research Coordinator
Fort Wayne Medical Oncology
04.2018 - 11.2019
RN
Parkview Regional Medical Center
10.2017 - 04.2018
RN
Lutheran Health Network
04.2016 - 10.2017
RN
McLaren Greater Lansing
03.2015 - 04.2016
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Indiana State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Marian University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Kinesiology
DePauw University
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