Lindsey Antoinette Freeman
Lebanon
Summary
Critical Care Registered Nurse with advanced experience in the CVICU at Ascension St. Thomas West in Nashville, TN. Highly skilled in hemodynamic monitoring, management of vasoactive infusions, and care of complex post-operative cardiac patients. Proficient in starting, managing, and troubleshooting advanced therapies. Demonstrated leadership, academic excellence, and commitment to advanced practice nursing. Seeking a transition into the CRNA profession, where my leadership and critical care skills can drive meaningful impact and continuous improvement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ascension St.Thomas West Hospital
Nashville
07.2024 - Current
- Provide advanced nursing care for post-operative cardiac surgery patients, including CABG, valve replacement, aortic aneurysm/dissection repair, and heart transplantation.
- Manage critically ill patients in cardiogenic shock utilizing invasive hemodynamic monitoring (arterial lines, central lines, central venous catheters, and pulmonary artery catheters).
- Independently titrate multiple vasoactive and inotropic infusions to maintain optimal perfusion and cardiac output.
- Deliver specialized care for patients requiring CRRT, IABP, and Impella, including initiation, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
- Perform comprehensive assessments and rapidly intervene during acute changes, including dysrhythmias, tamponade, hemorrhage, and graft dysfunction.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for high-acuity patients.
- Precept and support new nurses modeling evidence-based practice and critical thinking.
- Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns, and facilitating open lines of communication.
Student Nurse Extern
Tristar Hendersonville Hospital
Hendersonville
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Performed routine vital sign measurements (BP, pulse, respirations, temperature, and SpO2)
- Assisted with basic patient care including bathing, grooming, feeding, and toileting.
- Documented strict Intake and Output monitoring
- Aided nurses in basic wound care.
- Performed daily EKGs on cardiac patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cumberland University Jeanette C. Rudy School of Nursing and Health Professions
Lebanon, TN05.2024
Skills
- Vasoactive drip titration
- Invasive hemodynamic monitoring
- Rapid clinical decision-making
- Precepting new staff
- Time management
- Emotional awareness
- CRRT
- IABP
- Impella
Awards
- Jeannette C. Rudy School of Nursing Outstanding Nursing Clinician Award, 2024
- Midsouth All-Conference Women's Basketball Team, 2022-2024
- Midsouth All-Academic Women's Basketball Team, 2021-2024
- Dean's List, 2020-2024
- Magna Cum Laude Distinction, Cumberland University
Certifications And Licensures
- Registered Nurse (RN) License
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Cardiac Surgical Unit Advanced Life Support (CSU-ALS) Certification
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ascension St.Thomas West Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Student Nurse Extern
Tristar Hendersonville Hospital
05.2023 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cumberland University Jeanette C. Rudy School of Nursing and Health Professions