Lynda Strickland

Care Management Nurse

Baptist Medical Group

12.2022 - Current

Medication Education
Illness Education
Patient Advocate
Critical Thinking
Electronic Medical Record Documentation

Nurse Manager Materials Management

Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto

01.2018 - 12.2022

Lean Management
Ensure Product Availability
Ensure Product Quality
Manage 24 Employees with 3 Direct Reports
Coordinated with Nurse Managers in every department to create improved quality, availability & delivery
Critical Process Improvement
Developed Improved Delivery
Developed Improved Availability
Developed Improved Stocking & Storage on each unit
Developed Improved Quality of Service

Trauma Registrar

Baptist Memorial Healthcare

08.2015 - 01.2018

Correctly entered patients into the state trauma system
Collected and reported trauma data to the surgeons and senior leadership
Organized trauma peer meetings for the surgeons and senior leadership
Attended and participated in MS. State trauma meetings
Collected and reported trauma data to the MS. state trauma system
Prepared and dispersed monthly trauma education to the Emergency department nurses

Nursing Admin-Patient Placement Coordinator

Baptist Memorial Healthcare

12.2008 - 08.2015

Placed patients in the appropriate areas based on diagnosis and level of care ordered
Developed and implemented position process for Patient Placement
Developed and implemented orientation material, policy and training of non hospital employees
Developed and maintained non employee files
Developed tracking method for certain immunizations of non hospital employees
Responsible for training non hospital employees
Data collection and reporting to senior leaders

Emergency Department Nurse

Baptist Memorial Healthcare

12.1999 - 12.2008

Administered medications and treatments
Began and streamlined a Fast Track patient care area overseen by a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Patient Advocate

Medical-Surgical LPN

Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto-Contract Nurse

07.1997 - 12.1999

Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
Assisted in developing and implementing patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline workflows.
Mentored junior LPNs, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
Conducted routine assessments, documenting findings accurately in electronic health records.
Skillfully inserted intravenous lines, managed catheters, administered tube feedings, and performed other essential nursing tasks as required.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans and achieve desired goals.
Maintained thorough documentation of patient progress and interventions to ensure continuity of care among healthcare providers.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality medical-surgical care and closely monitoring vital signs.
Assisted in the discharge planning process by coordinating home care services and providing detailed patient education materials.
Enhanced teamwork by coordinating closely with nurses, physicians, therapists, social workers, dietitians across departments to optimize overall patient experience.
Efficiently prioritized clinical tasks in response to changing patient needs throughout each shift.
Promoted a safe environment for both staff and patients by adhering to strict infection control protocols at all times.
Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical status, medical history, and psychosocial well-being upon admission to the unit.
Communicated effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds while maintaining a compassionate and empathetic demeanor during difficult situations.
Provided comprehensive wound care management, including dressing changes, debridement, and infection prevention measures.
Assisted physicians in conducting diagnostic tests, interpreting results, and developing appropriate treatment plans.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on medical-surgical best practices and innovations.
Contributed to a positive work culture by maintaining a supportive attitude, resolving conflicts effectively, and demonstrating strong collaboration skills with colleagues.
Served as a resource for new nursing employees by offering guidance on best practices within the medical-surgical setting.
Educated patients and their families on disease processes, treatments, and at-home care instructions to promote understanding and selfmanagement.
Delivered quality end-of-life care with dignity while supporting grieving family members during the process.
Prevented complications through vigilant observation of post-operative patients recovering from various surgical procedures.
Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal patient health.
Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Care Management Nurse

Nurse Manager Materials Management

Trauma Registrar

Nursing Admin-Patient Placement Coordinator

Emergency Department Nurse

Medical-Surgical LPN

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined

K-12 - undefined

Skills

Certification

Timeline

Care Management Nurse

Nurse Manager Materials Management

Trauma Registrar

Nursing Admin-Patient Placement Coordinator

Emergency Department Nurse

Medical-Surgical LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined

K-12 - undefined

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