Lindsey Simpson
Corydon
Summary
Seasoned professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Skilled in clinical leadership and communication, adept at fostering teamwork and positive environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Nurse Manager
Norton Children's Hospital
02.2024 - Current
- Performed real-time chart audits for patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members by employing effective communication techniques and seeking mutually beneficial solutions when issues arose.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and support for professional development opportunities.
- Helped to manage scheduling to ensure optimal coverage while maintaining a healthy work-life balance for staff members.
- Ensured timely documentation of all nursing activities within electronic medical records system, contributing to accurate record keeping and informed decision-making processes.
- Maintained open lines of communication with patients'' families to ensure their needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
- Communicated with members of medical staff and department heads during weekly update meetings.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff and administration, advocating for the needs of both parties to promote overall organizational success.
- Assisted nurses on floor with daily care and tasks.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and professional growth opportunities for nursing staff.
Volunteer- Early Childhood
Southeast Christian Church- IN
07.2022 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Registered Nurse- Labor and Delivery
Harrison County Hospital
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during intrapartum, labor, delivery and postpartum care.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to and recovering mom and baby after birth.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
Registered Nurse- Teletriage
Brightsprings Healthcare
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs in telephone environment.
- Conducted patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary through telephone environment.
- Conducted patient assessment via video interdisciphinary hat, did thorough chart reviews, and made recommendations to caregivers based on patients level of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs in telephone triage environment.
Registered Nurse
Norton Children's Hospital
01.2017 - 03.2022
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs in pediatric oncology/hematology/renal as well as medsurg patients.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Administered chemo and biotherapies safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects and adverse reactions requiring interventions.
- Conducted patient assessments to identify changes in the bone marrow transplant population condition, promptly notifying and working with care team when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT04-2019
Skills
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives
- Commitment to Ethical Principles
- Staff development and employee relations
- Clinical leadership
- Friendly, compassionate, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail, calm under pressure
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking, organization, and time management
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPHON certification (certified pediatric hematology/oncolgoy nurse)
- Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certified nurse
Timeline
Assistant Nurse Manager
Norton Children's Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse- Labor and Delivery
Harrison County Hospital
12.2022 - 12.2023
Volunteer- Early Childhood
Southeast Christian Church- IN
07.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse- Teletriage
Brightsprings Healthcare
03.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Norton Children's Hospital
01.2017 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
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