Ariel Ackerman RN
La Marque,TX
Summary
Compassionate nurse with over 20 years experience is looking to turn their career path back toward end of life care. The patients and families we serve throughout our community are my highest priority. My goal is that every person comes away from our interactions feeling respected, understood and valued as a human being. Please consider me for your team to continue delivering excellent care to our friends and neighbors in their last days and sending their loved ones into the future with the care and support they need to heal and thrive.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinic Nurse
Nephrology Associates of Galveston County
Texas City, Texas
09.2025 - Current
- Educated patients with end stage renal disease on renal health, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic medical record systems.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques to promote better health outcomes.
RN Hospice Case Manager
North Star Hospice
Galveston, Texas
12.2023 - 09.2025
- Provided direct patient care in hospice environment with compassion and empathy.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to create individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated families on end-of-life care options and emotional support resources.
- Documented patient progress and changes in health status accurately in electronic records.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers effectively.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care experiences.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
RN Outpatient Wound Care and HBO
HCA Houston Mainland
Texas City, Texas
01.2018 - 12.2023
- Wound/tissue assessment and dressing changes on wound care patients.
- Assisted MD and NP with various wound care procedures including debridement and HBO therapy.
- Assessed patient's medical history and symptoms to accurately diagnose illnesses.
- Conducted follow-up visits with patients to assess the effectiveness of treatments.
RN Nurse Navigator
HCA Houston Mainland
Texas City, Texas
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop care plans effectively.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Inpatient Wound Care RN
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
Webster, Texas
01.2013 - 06.2017
- Initiation of hospital wide process improvement measures to reduce incidence of hospital acquired pressure ulcers.
- Utilization of innovative wound care techniques such as negative pressure therapy, larval therapy and pulse lavage to assist with wound healing.
- Educated patients and families on wound care and prevention techniques.
- Managed draining wounds, ostomies and post operative wounds on various types of patients.
RN Quality
HCA Mainland Medical Center
Texas City, Texas
09.2010 - 10.2012
- Educated both seasoned and new hospital staff on protocols and best practices for patient care.
- Concurrent and retrospective documentation review.
- Maximizing reimbursement through documentation and process improvement.
Staff RN/LVN
HCA Mainland Medical Center
Texas City, Texas
2005 - 2012
- Float pool experience included Med-Surg, Telemetry, Rehab and Psychiatry.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses consistently.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient conditions regularly.
Previous Experience
CNA and Housekeeping
Education
Wound Care Certification (WCC) -
Wound Care Education Institute
08-2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galveston Community College
Galveston, TX07-2008
LVN - Nursing
Galveston Community College
Galveston, TX06-2004
Skills
- Palliative care awareness
- Patient education
- Care coordination
- Team collaboration
- Electronic documentation
- Wound assessment
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Clinic Nurse
Nephrology Associates of Galveston County
09.2025 - Current
RN Hospice Case Manager
North Star Hospice
12.2023 - 09.2025
RN Outpatient Wound Care and HBO
HCA Houston Mainland
01.2018 - 12.2023
RN Nurse Navigator
HCA Houston Mainland
06.2017 - 01.2018
Inpatient Wound Care RN
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
01.2013 - 06.2017
RN Quality
HCA Mainland Medical Center
09.2010 - 10.2012
Staff RN/LVN
HCA Mainland Medical Center
2005 - 2012
Previous Experience
CNA and Housekeeping
Wound Care Certification (WCC) -
Wound Care Education Institute
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galveston Community College
LVN - Nursing
Galveston Community College