Cindy Blankenau
Lincoln
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding students, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Faculty Nursing Instructor
Southeast Community College
01.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive nursing curriculum aligned with accreditation standards.
- Facilitated hands-on clinical training, enhancing student skill sets in real-world healthcare settings.
- Assessed student performance through evaluations, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with faculty to refine course materials, ensuring relevance to current nursing practices.
Registered Nurse
Lancaster Rehabilitation Center
01.2010 - 07.2022
- Administered patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- House Supervisor, responsible for overseeing patient care, staffing, dietary, transportation, activities, and admissions.
- Mentored junior nursing staff to enhance clinical competencies and teamwork.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
Security Technician
Lincoln Regional Center
12.2008 - 01.2010
- Implemented therapeutic activities to promote socialization and engagement among patients.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient progress, documenting observations accurately.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported significant changes to healthcare team.
- Provided emotional support and crisis intervention for patients experiencing acute distress.
Education
Doctor of Education - Leadership
Nebraska Methodist College
Omaha07-2026
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Nebraska Methodist College
Omaha05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Lincoln, Nebraska, NESkills
- Certified Mental Health First Aid instructor
- Experience motivating and advising students
- Teaching at community college including leadership and commitment
- Completing physical assessments
- Maintaining records
- Teaching strategies
- Program goals
- Student engagement and advisement
- Leadership and mentoring
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- Certified Mental Health First Aid Trainer - 1 year
- Member of the Nebraska Nurse Honor Guard
- Volunteer at Clinic With a Heart
- Volunteer at annual Project Lincoln Connect
- Current doctoral scholarly project focusing on preventing Substance Use Disorders in students and nurses
Timeline
Faculty Nursing Instructor
Southeast Community College
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Lancaster Rehabilitation Center
01.2010 - 07.2022
Security Technician
Lincoln Regional Center
12.2008 - 01.2010
Doctor of Education - Leadership
Nebraska Methodist College
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Nebraska Methodist College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nebraska, Lincoln