CHRISTOPHER LOCKARD
STAMPING GROUND,KY
Summary
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with over three decades of extensive experience in emergency medicine, telemedicine, and critical care. Demonstrates a strong ability to collaborate with medical teams to enhance patient care, consistently exceeding quality metrics. Skilled in critical care, air medical transport and emergency medicine, committed to delivering patient-centric care and improving health outcomes through evidence-based practices.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Per Diem APRN
Hims/Hers (You health of Nebraska)
10.2021 - Current
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse at Hims/Hers, driving patient-centric care and clinical excellence
- Collaborate with MDs and fellow APRNs to enhance patient care and provide timely response to request for treatment
- Provide comprehensive care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction and health outcomes
- Utilize advanced clinical skills to diagnose and manage complex health conditions effectively
- Deliver exceptional patient outcomes at Hims/Hers through evidence-based practices
- Consistently exceed quality metrics
- Telemedicine for KY, IO, and KY
- Educated patients on proper medication use.
- Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
TRAVEL RN, EMERGENCY DEPT
AYA Travel Nursing & Malone Staffing
08.2021 - Current
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain meticulous records, ensure accurate documentation, adhere to safety protocols
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Provide compassionate care, adapt communication, offer emotional support, received first Honored Caregiver Award
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in adjusting to varying acuity levels within diverse units while maintaining consistent attention to detail.
- Served as a resource to colleagues by sharing clinical expertise and offering guidance in challenging situations, fostering an environment of mutual professional growth.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during travel assignments.
APRN, EMERGENCY DEPT
Frankfort Regional Medical Center, Envision Physician services
10.2016 - 10.2023
- Lead emergency care as APRN, ensuring optimal outcomes through multidisciplinary coordination
- Implemented triage protocols, reducing wait times, enhancing patient flow and satisfaction
- Conduct thorough assessments, swiftly diagnosing and initiating treatment for diverse conditions
- Foster strong interdisciplinary relationships, ensuring comprehensive care in high-pressure scenarios
- Drive continuous improvement in emergency care with evidence-based practices for measurable results
FLIGHT NURSE (DUAL CERT: RN/PARAMEDIC)
Air Methods KY5 Frankfort
01.2004 - 10.2018
- Led air transport missions, enhancing patient outcomes with swift stabilization and safe transfers
- Coordinated with teams, improving mission effectiveness through strong inter-professional relationships
- Maintained equipment, ensuring FAA compliance and upholding highest safety standards
- Provided compassionate care and emotional support, enhancing patient and family experience
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
CLINICAL HOUSE SUPERVISOR
Baptist Health Lexington
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Led clinical operations, enhancing patient care and staff efficiency
- Implemented protocols improving hospital performance and coordination
- Mentored nursing staff, fostering growth and reducing turnover
- Coordinated interdepartmental efforts, streamlining patient flow
- Boosted teamwork among medical professionals, improving care delivery
OPEN HEART ICU NURSE
Baptist Health Lexington
06.2000 - 01.2002
- Provided critical care to open heart surgery patients, ensuring optimal recovery
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement personalized treatment plans
- Monitored vital signs and managed complex medical equipment in ICU
- Analyzed patient data to identify trends and potential complications early
- Improved patient outcomes through rigorous adherence to best practices
- Consistently received high satisfaction scores from patients and families
- Introduced new post-operative care protocols, reducing average recovery time
- Maintained meticulous patient records and medication logs
- Ensured strict compliance with hospital policies and infection control procedures
- Analyzed patient data to identify trends, enabling early intervention and improved outcomes in open heart surgery recovery
FLIGHT PARAMEDIC
CareFlight Air Medical Service- Saint Joseph Hospital
01.1994 - 06.2000
- Led critical care transport missions, ensuring patient safety during high-pressure emergencies
- Reduced transport time, enhancing patient outcomes through optimized in-flight procedures
- Coordinated with hospital staff and responders for seamless patient transfers and care continuity
- Implemented protocols for complex scenarios, boosting team's emergency handling effectiveness
- Maintained detailed records and logs, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational readiness
FIRE FIGHTER/PARAMEDIC
Winchester Fire-EMS
01.1992 - 01.1997
- Led emergency teams ensuring rapid action, reducing incidents, enhancing community safety
- Collaborated with diverse teams delivering life-saving care, fostering community trust
- Operated firefighting and medical equipment precisely, refining response strategies
- Mentored new members, promoting continuous learning and professional growth
Education
Masters of Science in Nursing -
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY01.2016
Bachelors of Science in Nursing - undefined
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY01.2009
Associates Degree in Nursing - undefined
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY01.2000
Associates in Emergency Medical Care -
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY12-1995
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Physical examination
- Electronic health records
- Emergency care
- Critical Care
- Customer service
Certification
- Kentucky, Iowa, and New Hampshire APRN, FNP
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners NP-C
- ACLS, PALS, BLS, NIH Stroke
Affiliations
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Timeline
Per Diem APRN
Hims/Hers (You health of Nebraska)
10.2021 - Current
TRAVEL RN, EMERGENCY DEPT
AYA Travel Nursing & Malone Staffing
08.2021 - Current
APRN, EMERGENCY DEPT
Frankfort Regional Medical Center, Envision Physician services
10.2016 - 10.2023
FLIGHT NURSE (DUAL CERT: RN/PARAMEDIC)
Air Methods KY5 Frankfort
01.2004 - 10.2018
CLINICAL HOUSE SUPERVISOR
Baptist Health Lexington
01.2002 - 01.2004
OPEN HEART ICU NURSE
Baptist Health Lexington
06.2000 - 01.2002
FLIGHT PARAMEDIC
CareFlight Air Medical Service- Saint Joseph Hospital
01.1994 - 06.2000
FIRE FIGHTER/PARAMEDIC
Winchester Fire-EMS
01.1992 - 01.1997
Bachelors of Science in Nursing - undefined
Eastern Kentucky University
Associates Degree in Nursing - undefined
Eastern Kentucky University
- Kentucky, Iowa, and New Hampshire APRN, FNP
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners NP-C
- ACLS, PALS, BLS, NIH Stroke
Masters of Science in Nursing -
Eastern Kentucky University
Associates in Emergency Medical Care -
Eastern Kentucky University
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