Lindsee Newman, CNA
Lindsee Newman (she/her) is a Bachelor of Science in Nursing candidate at Wingate University, graduating in May 2026, with minors in Biology, Psychology, and Public Health. An Honors College student and active member of the National Society of Leadership and Success, Lindsee brings a strong academic foundation paired with hands-on clinical and leadership experience. She currently serves as a Julia’s Learning Peer Mentor, Certified Nursing Assistant II at Atrium Health, and bartender at Wingate Social House, balancing rigorous coursework with meaningful professional responsibilities. Lindsee began working at age fourteen and has built a diverse skill set through roles including babysitter, lifeguard, swim instructor, tutor, Chick-fil-A closing supervisor, nurse extern, and CNA in both medical-surgical and Neuro ICU settings. Her healthcare experiences have reinforced her passion for patient-centered care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and service beyond the bedside. She has completed multiple externships and float tech roles across emergency, medical-surgical, and inpatient units, and she will begin her nursing career as a New Graduate Nurse Resident in the Emergency Department at Novant Health’s New Hanover Regional Medical Center following graduation and NCLEX licensure. A retired Division II collegiate swimmer, Lindsee competed at the NCAA Division II National Championships and credits competitive swimming with shaping her discipline, time management, and resilience. She is deeply committed to service, volunteering in hospice and community care and advocating for holistic, compassionate healthcare—particularly for patients navigating substance use disorders, a focus of her honors capstone research. Lindsee attributes her success to dedication, adaptability, and a strong work ethic, and she looks forward to continuing her growth as a nurse while making a meaningful impact on patients, families, and the communities she serves.
• CNA
• Wingate University- B.S.N.
• Honors College
• Remarkable Futures Scholarship
• NSLS
• Hospice & Community Care
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the strong mentorship I received from senior nursing students and the compassion and guidance of nurses who graduated from the same program, whose support helped shape my confidence and clinical growth. The close-knit Wingate community has played a meaningful role in my development by encouraging my goals and providing hands-on clinical experiences that reinforced my commitment to nursing. Additionally, witnessing my grandmother’s decline in health deeply influenced my motivation, strengthening my resolve to provide empathetic, patient-centered care and to advocate for individuals and families during vulnerable moments.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is that everything happens for a reason. This perspective has helped me stay resilient during challenges, trust the timing of my journey, and view setbacks as opportunities for growth and redirection rather than failure.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
If you love what you do, stick with it. This field can be demanding, but the hard days are part of the growth process—push through them, trust yourself, and remember why you started. Consistency, resilience, and passion will carry you further than perfection ever could.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in the medical field right now is the increasing political stereotyping of nurses and healthcare professionals, along with public misconceptions shaped by medical dramas on television. Nurses are often pressured to take political stances or are viewed through a politicized lens, which can detract from the professionalism and neutrality required in patient care. Additionally, while medical TV shows can reflect certain realities of healthcare, they frequently exaggerate scenarios for entertainment, creating unrealistic expectations. There is also a growing concern around the inappropriate blending of personal beliefs with professional responsibilities, highlighting the ongoing need to reinforce ethical boundaries, evidence-based practice, and patient-centered care in healthcare settings.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in both my work and personal life are faith in God, honesty, and treating everyone with love and kindness. These principles guide how I serve others, make decisions, and show up with integrity, compassion, and respect in every setting.