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Greene County General Hospital Smoking Cessation Eductor 2014
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Ashlee Nickerson

Dugger,IN

Summary

Compassionate nurse practitioner offering 12 years of nursing experience and over 700 hours of primary care clinical experience. Having seen over 1,000 patients while obtaining a Master's Degree. 12 years of nursing background working in the community as well as the emergency department. Having seen a large variety of healthcare illnesses and disparities. Described as a positive team player who loves providing good patient care to the community. Compassion for others would make a great asset to a team.

Overview

12
years of professional experience

Work History

Dugger Union Community School

School Nurse
08.2020 - 08.2024

Job overview

  • Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
  • Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
  • Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
  • Oversaw health services for school of K-12 students and faculty.

Greene County Emergency Room

Registered Nurse
10.2018 - 10.2021

Job overview

  • Performed lifesaving interventions as part of the emergency department multidisciplinary team.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals during acute incidents and with exacerbations of chronic conditions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Cared for patients each day, quickly identifying concerns, controlling symptoms, and providing expert emergency care.

Greene County Home Healthcare

Register Nurse- Case Manager
06.2013 - 10.2018

Job overview

  • Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Case managed 25-30 patients weekly setting up care plans, with appropriate goals and outcomes.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Good Samaratin

Registered Nurse Medical-Surgical & Pediatric Unit
02.2013 - 06.2013

Job overview

  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on the medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising a team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of discharge plans, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of conditions, and updated doctors with current information.

Education

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN

Master of Science from Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner
04.2024

University Overview

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN

Bachelor of Science from Nursing
06.2014

University Overview

Lincoln Trail Community College
Robinson, IL

Associate of Science from Nursing
05.2012

University Overview

Skills

  • Licensed Registered Nurse
  • Emergency Care
  • Home Healthcare
  • Pediatric Care
  • Wound Management
  • Direct Patient Care Hospital & Community
  • Patient & Family Education
  • Medication and IV administration (PICC line & Port Care)
  • Patient Assessment, Clinical Judgment with Care Plan Implementation and Treatment Planning
  • Health Promotion
  • Compassionate Care
  • Positive Attitude, Team Player

Greene County General Hospital Smoking Cessation Eductor 2014

Greene County General Hospital Smoking Cessation Eductor 2014

Educator patients on smoking cessation over a 8 week course to aid in helping them stop smoking. This was a free program offered by the hospital.

Timeline

School Nurse
Dugger Union Community School
08.2020 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse
Greene County Emergency Room
10.2018 - 10.2021
Register Nurse- Case Manager
Greene County Home Healthcare
06.2013 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse Medical-Surgical & Pediatric Unit
Good Samaratin
02.2013 - 06.2013
Indiana Wesleyan University
Master of Science from Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner
Indiana Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Lincoln Trail Community College
Associate of Science from Nursing
Ashlee Nickerson