Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
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Lindsay Canter

Odenton

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Diligent [Desired Position] with background in patient care and nursing. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and effective communication.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Gaudenzia Treatment Center
08.2022 - Current
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.

Registered Nurse- Director of Nursing

Autumn Lake Healthcare at South Haven
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Supervised Nursing Department.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.

Registered Nurse-Clinical Coordinator

Autumn Lake Healthcare at South Haven
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Supervisor Nursing Department.
  • Coordinated care for residents.

Registered Nurse

Calvert County Nursing Center
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Administered medication according to Doctor's order.
  • Performed assessments and reported to the physician.

Psych Tech

Pascal Youth and Family Services
04.2019 - 08.2019
  • Assessed patients in mental health crisis and assisted them in finding resources.

Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health

MedStar St. Mary's Hospital
10.2015 - 01.2017
  • Assessed patients in mental health crisis.
  • Administered medications according to Physician's orders.

Registered Nurse- Telemetry/ED float

02.2013 - 10.2015
  • Assessed patients in acute emergency or cardiac situations.
  • Worked with ED and cardiology physicians to administer medications and patient care.

Nursing Technician- float ED NT

04.2007 - 02.2013
  • Worked with ED RN to triage and draw appropriate blood specimens.
  • Assisted ED Physician with medical testing such as pelvic exams, and lumbar punctures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL
07.2024

Associates in Nursing - undefined

College of Southern Maryland
La Plata, MD
02.2013

Skills

  • Care Planning
  • Data Collection
  • Patient Management
  • Medical assessment
  • Chart updating
  • Health care consultation
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Patient Discharge
  • Documenting vitals
  • Patient Assessments
  • Team Coordination
  • Patient Counseling
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Strong medical ethic
  • BAC screening/drug screen collection
  • Family and patient support
  • Patient assessments
  • Direct patient care
  • Medication administration
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Strong clinical judgment

Accomplishments

  • Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
  • Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
  • Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
  • Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.Successfully provided quality care to [number of] patients in [type of] environment.
  • Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.

Affiliations

  • Nurse Practitioner Association of [Your Area]
  • American Nurses Association (ANA) Member

Certification

Registered Nurse, R205144, Active and unencumbered, 2024-09-01

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Gaudenzia Treatment Center
08.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse- Director of Nursing

Autumn Lake Healthcare at South Haven
06.2022 - 08.2022

Registered Nurse-Clinical Coordinator

Autumn Lake Healthcare at South Haven
04.2022 - 08.2022

Registered Nurse

Calvert County Nursing Center
03.2021 - 03.2022

Psych Tech

Pascal Youth and Family Services
04.2019 - 08.2019

Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health

MedStar St. Mary's Hospital
10.2015 - 01.2017

Registered Nurse- Telemetry/ED float

02.2013 - 10.2015

Nursing Technician- float ED NT

04.2007 - 02.2013

Associates in Nursing - undefined

College of Southern Maryland

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
Lindsay Canter