Ashlee Cummings
Independence,KS
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Has experience in care management setting and geriatrics.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Fredonia Regional Hospital
Fredonia, KS
07.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure seamless patient care and communication.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient health status and report changes promptly.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and reducing administrative workload.
- Led initiatives to enhance infection control measures within the nursing unit, promoting patient safety.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Educated patients on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
LPN Office Nurse
Labette Health Independence Rural Health Clinic
Independence, KS
02.2017 - 2018
- Administered patient care and medications in accordance with established protocols.
- Documented patient histories and vital signs accurately to ensure comprehensive medical records.
- Assisted healthcare providers during examinations and procedures, enhancing patient comfort and cooperation.
- Educated patients about treatment plans and medication usage, promoting adherence to healthcare guidelines.
- Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies, facilitating timely replenishment to support clinical needs.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
LPN Charge Nurse
Vintage Park Assisted Living Communities
Neodesha, KS
05.2015 - 2017
- Supervised daily nursing operations, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Coordinated patient care plans, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed resident conditions, documenting changes accurately in medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
LPN Office Nurse
Washington County Elder Care
Bartlesville, OK
09.2012 - 05.2014
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to streamline patient flow and improve clinic operations.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Tri-County Technology Center
Bartlesville, OK05-2010
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Clinical judgment
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication dispensing
- Diabetes management
- EMR / EHR
Certification
- ACLS certified
- PALS certified
- BLS certified
- IV Certified in the state of Kansas # IV033
Timeline
LPN
Fredonia Regional Hospital
07.2019 - Current
LPN Office Nurse
Labette Health Independence Rural Health Clinic
02.2017 - 2018
LPN Charge Nurse
Vintage Park Assisted Living Communities
05.2015 - 2017
LPN Office Nurse
Washington County Elder Care
09.2012 - 05.2014
LPN - Nursing
Tri-County Technology Center