Registered Nurse
Oxford Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Centre
01.2024 - 10.2024
Hi, I’m
Lindsay Groot
RN, BSN, BASc, CEO
CREDITON,ONTARIO
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience in emergency and public health. Recognized for effective crisis management and fostering community health initiatives. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through strategic assessment and swift problem-solving in high-pressure environments.
Work History
Wholesome PasturesCREDITON, ON
CEO
01.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Led marketing initiatives that increased brand awareness and strengthened community engagement.
- Developed and maintained corporate website, marketing materials, and social media accounts to enhance online presence.
- Marketing, product development and community engagement
- Developed sustainable farming practices to enhance product quality.
- Implemented sustainable practices that improved farm productivity and contributed to soil health.
- Managed livestock operations to ensure animal health and productivity.
- Analyzed customer feedback to improve product offering and services.
- Regenerative, Reduced Waste Farm
- Collaborated with other co-owners on strategic decisions related to the company's growth plan.
Oxford Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery CentreLondon, ON
Registered Nurse
01.2024 - 10.2024
Job overview
- Functioned as surgical room nurse, maintaining sterile environment and assisting during procedures to optimize patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs and initiated intravenous lines to support effective patient care.
- Administered medications for patient care.
- Welcomed patients and conducted demographic and health screenings to ensure accurate records.
Huron Perth Public HealthClinton, ON
Public Health Registered Nurse
11.2020 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Effectively assess and support schools regarding Infection Prevention And Control (IPAC) measures
- Multitask and manage complex cases of COVID involving various cohorts within school and bus settings
- Collaborated with multiple teams to address and implement evolving COVID requirements.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to reports of outbreaks or epidemics.
- Identified high-risk populations and developed strategies to minimize their exposure to disease.
- Perform quality risk assessments to determine school, staff and student exposures
- Monitored immunization compliance among students in accordance with COVID's fluctuating recommendations
- School Health/COVID Team (SCT) and Case and Contact Management (CCM) to improve community support and advocate for safety and health decision-making during global health crisis of COVID-19
- Counseled students and families on health issues, such as nutrition, hygiene, exercise.
South Huron HospitalExeter, ON
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
01.2013 - 03.2021
Job overview
- Rapidly responded to unstable patient conditions in minimally staffed department, ensuring prompt care.
- Executed triage and treatment in high-volume rural emergency room while managing simultaneous roles.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support techniques during critical situations, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, and therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Coordinated patient transfers with emergency services for timely access to appropriate facilities.
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent spread of contagious diseases in emergency department.
- Supported charge nurse responsibilities to enhance flow of care in emergency and inpatient units.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and families during crises.
Education
University of British ColumbiaVancouver, BC
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nursing (BSN)
01-2012
University Overview
- Received the Dorothy J Logan Memorial Scholarship in Nursing, 2011
- Nursing Undergraduate Society of UBC, Charity Coordinator and Representative
University of GuelphGuelph, ON
Bachelor of Applied Science from Child, Youth And Family Development (BASc)
01-2009
University Overview
- Graduated with Honours
- Semester abroad in Paris, France 2009, at Cité Internationale Universitaire
- French exchange living in Trois Pistoles, Quebec through an elective course from University of Western Ontario
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Crisis management
- Operational strategy
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk assessment
- Complex problem-solving
- Advanced nursing skills
- Brand management
- Digital marketing
- Community engagement
- Sustainable practices
Personal Information
RN, BSN, BASc
AWARDS and HONOURS
- Conservationist of The Year Award, Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority, Exeter, ON, 2024
- Inspiring Women in Huron Honouree named "Health activist, advocate, keeper of the land", Inspiring Women in Huron, Goderich, ON, 2020
- Preceptorship Award, Arthur Labatt Family School of Nursing from The University of Western Ontario, London, ON, 2019
- National Board Chair's Award, In recognition of innovative and lasting contributions to the development of the Huntington Society of Canada, Huntington Society of Canada National Conference, Kelowna, BC, 2018
Certification
- Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario, 2026;
First Aid and BLS CPR Certification, 2025;
ACLS, Heart and Stroke Foundation, 2024;
ECG & Rhythm Interpretation, 2017;
Indigenous Cultural Competency Training, 2016;
Trauma Nurse Core Course, 2013;
Addictions Series Certificate, Public Health, 2011
Languages
English
Native language
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
- Wholesome Pastures: Community Food Bank Farm Tour Fundraiser, 2021
- Public Speaking: related to; family planning, loss, grief, disease and resilience, 2015 - present
- Chair of The Hike of Heroes: Hike for Huntington Disease, Exeter, ON, 2015 - 2020
- Huntington Society of Canada, Advocacy Coordinator, 2014 - 2020
- Huntington Society of British Columbia, Board of Directors representative, 2011 - 2012
- Nursing Undergraduate Society of UBC, Charity Coordinator and Representative, 2010 - 2012
Work Preference
Timeline
Public Health Registered Nurse
Huron Perth Public Health
11.2020 - 09.2021
CEO
Wholesome Pastures
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
South Huron Hospital
01.2013 - 03.2021
University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nursing (BSN)
University of Guelph
Bachelor of Applied Science from Child, Youth And Family Development (BASc)