Ashlee Lucus
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lubbock Spine Institute
Lubbock, TX
04.2010 - Current
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
Education
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Covenant School of Nursing
Lubbock12-2009
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
South Plains College-Licensed Vocational Nurse
Lubbock, TX-Reese Campus08-2006
Skills
- Chart Updating
- Health Care Consultation
- Appointment Scheduling
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Patient Management
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- EMR Systems
- HIPAA Education
- Procedure Preparations
- Medication and IV Administration
- Staff Supervision
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Call Triaging
- Sterilization Techniques Mastery
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lubbock Spine Institute
04.2010 - Current
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Covenant School of Nursing
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
South Plains College-Licensed Vocational Nurse