Lindsie Klingman Stephan
Arvada
Summary
Compassionate and experienced registered nurse with a strong foundation in holistic wellness, preventive care, and patient education. Skilled in communication, clinical assessment, and supporting individuals in achieving their health goals. Committed to fostering long-term wellness through evidence-based, personalized care and a collaborative approach.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Career Break – Family Responsibilities
Home
02.2019 - Current
- Took time away from the workforce to focus on raising a family and managing household operations. During this time:
- Maintained clinical licensure
- Volunteered in school settings
- Strengthened skills in organization, time management, and conflict resolution
- Now actively seeking to re-enter the healthcare field with renewed focus and dedication.
Clinical Quality Specialist RN
University of Colorado Hospital
09.2009 - 02.2019
- Analyzed patient safety concerns and facilitated Morbidity and Mortality Conferences
- Led process improvement projects using Lean methodology
- Improved patient care quality by implementing clinical best practices and evidence-based guidelines.
- Assisted in accreditation efforts by preparing necessary documentation, coordinating site visits, and demonstrating organizational commitment to quality improvement.
- Reduced medical errors by conducting thorough root cause analyses and developing targeted interventions to address identified issues.
- Served as a subject matter expert on clinical quality initiatives within the organization, providing guidance and consultation to leadership teams as needed.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting regular audits, monitoring policy adherence, and addressing any gaps in practice promptly.
RN Quality Coordinator
Sky Ridge Medical Center
03.2009 - 09.2009
- Audited CMS Core Measures compliance
- Facilitated physician peer review
- Led discharge process improvements, raising early discharge rates by 7%
Charge Nurse
University of Colorado Hospital
01.2004 - 06.2009
- Supervised 15 staff on Medical/Surgical and Geriatric units
- Co-chaired transition teams and consulted on hospital design and operations
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
Education
AAS - Exercise Health Science: Personal Training and Fitness Instruction
Arapahoe Community College
Littleton, COMBA - Health Administration
University of Colorado Denver
Denver, COBSN - Nursing
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WYSkills
- Compassionate and patient
- Mentoring and coaching
- Patient assessment
- Staff management
- Direct patient care
- Patient advocacy
- Quality improvement
- Patient care coordination
- Documenting observations
- Health education
- Holistic health awareness
- Individualized education
- Personalized coaching
Certification
- 2017 – Wellness Coach Certificate, Arapahoe Community College, Littleton, CO
- 2017 – ACE Fitness Nutrition Specialist
- 2017 – ACE Therapeutic Exercise Specialist
- 2002 – Colorado Registered Nurse License #160390
Publications
- Academic Medicine, Sept 2016 – Redesigning M&M Conferences
- MGMA Connexion, Jan 2009 – Reducing Waiting Room Times
- Biomechanics Magazine, Oct 2008 – 3D Motion Analysis for Quarterbacks
- Posters:
- - ANA Quality Conference, 2014 – Fall Prevention
- - MGMA Conference, 2008 – Clinic Cost Allocation
- Podium:
- - Rocky Mountain Symposium, 2014 – Fall Prevention
Timeline
Career Break – Family Responsibilities
Home
02.2019 - Current
Clinical Quality Specialist RN
University of Colorado Hospital
09.2009 - 02.2019
RN Quality Coordinator
Sky Ridge Medical Center
03.2009 - 09.2009
Charge Nurse
University of Colorado Hospital
01.2004 - 06.2009
MBA - Health Administration
University of Colorado Denver
BSN - Nursing
University of Wyoming
AAS - Exercise Health Science: Personal Training and Fitness Instruction
Arapahoe Community College
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