Lindsey Cline
Sims
Summary
Detail-oriented nursing student emphasizing critical thinking and effective communication. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in high-pressure environments while maintaining a compassionate approach to patient care. Eager to leverage skills in patient education and support to contribute positively to healthcare outcomes. Committed to continuous learning and professional development within the nursing field.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health Nursing Rotation
TBD
Wilson, NC
WakeMed Hospital - Clinical Capstone
WakeMed Raleigh Campus
Raleigh, NC
08.2026 - 10.2026
Surgical Trauma Intermediate Unit Nursing Rotation
ECU Health
Greenville, NC
05.2026 - 07.2026
- Performed comprehensive head-to-toe and focused patient assessments.
- Administered oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications under RN supervision.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans using the nursing process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
- Monitored patient status and communicated changes promptly.
- Provided discharge education using teach-back methods.
Maternal-Newborn (OB) Nursing Rotation
ECU Health Medical Center
Greenville, NC
07.2026 - 07.2026
- Performed comprehensive maternal and newborn assessments.
- Monitored maternal vital signs, pain levels, and postpartum recovery.
- Assisted with labor and delivery care under RN supervision.
- Observed vaginal and cesarean deliveries.
- Assessed uterine fundus, lochia, and perineal healing during the postpartum period.
- Assisted with newborn transition, thermoregulation, and routine newborn care.
- Supported breastfeeding initiation and provided patient education on newborn feeding and postpartum recovery.
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns and uterine contractions using electronic fetal monitoring.
- Educated patients regarding newborn safety, safe sleep practices, and discharge instructions.
- Collaborated with registered nurses, obstetric providers, lactation consultants, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Documented patient assessments and nursing interventions in the electronic health record (EHR).
Inpatient Psychiatry Unit Nursing Rotation
Wilson Medical Center
Wilson, NC
05.2026 - 06.2026
- Performed mental status assessments and suicide risk screenings under RN supervision.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to establish rapport and support patients with acute mental health conditions.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized nursing care plans.
- Participated in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings with providers, nurses, social workers, and therapists.
- Maintained a safe therapeutic environment through continuous patient observation and adherence to safety protocols.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living while promoting independence and dignity.
- Provided patient and family education regarding medications, coping strategies, and community resources.
Neuro Step Down Unit Nursing Rotation
WakeMed Hospital
Raleigh, NC
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Provided nursing care for patients recovering from stroke, traumatic brain injury, seizures, brain tumors, spinal cord injuries, and other neurological disorders under RN supervision.
- Performed comprehensive neurological assessments, including level of consciousness, pupil response, motor strength, sensation, and cranial nerve evaluations.
- Monitored for changes in neurological status and promptly reported abnormal findings to the healthcare team.
- Conducted NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) assessments under supervision.
- Administered oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications following safe medication administration practices.
- Assisted with enteral feeding, PEG tube medication administration, Foley catheter care, and wound care.
- Monitored cardiac telemetry, vital signs, oxygen saturation, and neurological trends.
- Implemented fall precautions, seizure precautions, aspiration precautions, and pressure injury prevention strategies.
- Educated patients and families regarding stroke recovery, medication management, mobility, and discharge planning.
- Collaborated with nurses, neurologists, therapists, and case managers to deliver interdisciplinary, patient-centered care.
- Documented patient assessments, interventions, and responses accurately in the electronic health record.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC12-2026
Skills
- Comprehensive patient assessments
- Neurological assessment (NIHSS, GCS)
- Medication administration (PO, IM, SQ, IV)
- Peripheral IV care
- Wound care and dressing changes
- Foley catheter and PEG tube care
- Maternal-newborn and pediatric assessments
- Therapeutic communication
- Patient education
- Infection prevention
- EPIC Electronic Health Record
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical judgment and prioritization
Certification
BLS Certified
Timeline
WakeMed Hospital - Clinical Capstone
WakeMed Raleigh Campus
08.2026 - 10.2026
Maternal-Newborn (OB) Nursing Rotation
ECU Health Medical Center
07.2026 - 07.2026
Surgical Trauma Intermediate Unit Nursing Rotation
ECU Health
05.2026 - 07.2026
Inpatient Psychiatry Unit Nursing Rotation
Wilson Medical Center
05.2026 - 06.2026
Neuro Step Down Unit Nursing Rotation
WakeMed Hospital
01.2026 - 04.2026
Community Health Nursing Rotation
TBD
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Carolina University