Ashlee Reiser
Registered Nurse
Clyo,GA
Summary
Experienced registered nurse with 20+ years of primary care expertise at Memorial Health University Hospital. Provides exceptional patient care across all age groups, from pediatrics to geriatrics. Proven track record as a charge nurse in the Trauma ICU, senior staff nurse for outpatient surgery, and charge nurse and case manager at a mental health facility. Known for excellent communication and teaching skills, with a strong dedication to promoting and maintaining healthcare needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
East Georgia Regional Medical Center
Statesboro, Georgia
05.2019 - Current
- Healthcare provider in Critical Care environment (CCU)
- Assisting doctors in providing physical assessments, monitoring patients and administering treatments
- Ensuring proper functions of feeding tubes, ventilators, catheters, and other life support equipments
- Assisting in specific procedures/sterile procedures
- Patient/Staff assignment for on-coming shift
- Attending to patients overall needs, such as feeding, bathing, wound care, medication intake, and comfort
- Work efficiently with others, delegating tasks, providing clear direction and/or guidance for procedures and routines
- Supported patient's family through answering queries and sharing critical caregiving techniques.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
School Nurse/Administrator
Angel Learning Center
07.2016 - 05.2019
- Providing health care through assessment, intervention, and follow-up for children within the school setting
- Addressing physical, mental, emotional, and social health needs of students and supporting their achievement in the learning process
- Experience in identification of health problems, interventions, and referrals to foster health and educational success
- Developed individualized health care plans ensuring health needs are met
- Assisting with health screening and referrals for health conditions
- Serving in leadership role for health policies, created Policy Handbook for Parents
- Promoting a healthy school environment
- Providing health education by providing health information to students and families
Charge RN
Coastal Harbor Treatment Center
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Individual daily assessments to ensure 15-25 patients' needs are met and maintain a safe environment
- Experience with working with clients in crisis
- Compassionate caregiver to multiple clients with various needs and at different stages of needs
- Motivating others to achieve goals
- Admitting patients that are mentally unstable and/or with an alcohol/drug problem (intake assessment, goal setting, progress monitoring, advocacy and referral
- Participating in treatment team and collaborating with other staff members a specific plan of care for each individual patient
- Discharge education to patient and family members
- Experience with managing a unit with 5-8 reporting staff members and making assignments for each staff
- Assisting with Case Management’s role
Staff RN
Memorial Health University Medical Center
Savannah, Georgia
01.2003 - 12.2014
- 12 years of nursing experience working in the hospital and outpatient setting (8 years OR and 4 ICU) with superior nursing care in a professional and confidential manner
- Safety Coordinator for Paulsen Street Surgery Center which consists of verifying our Health/Medical Program is compliant with state and federal regulations
- Coordinated safety drills including fire, code blue, and bomb threats.
- Conducted screening, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative and supportive services as the senior nurse on a primary health care team
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
- Actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing and patient requirements
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery
- Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas
- Assisted patients with critical care needs
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
- Coordinating with care team to develop specific care plans for patients
- Prepared for HIPAA and JCAHO reviews
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies
- Interviewed/Assessed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height
- Maintained patient charts and confidential files
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
- Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
- Delegated tasks to nursing assistants and support staff effectively, ensuring safe and efficient care delivery.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
- Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.
- Assisted physicians during procedures by preparing equipment, monitoring patient status, and ensuring sterile environments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings to maintain or improve patients'' health status.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
- Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, ensuring proper dosages were given per physician orders.
- Streamlined nursing processes for increased efficiency and better time-management within the unit.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Child and Family Development
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA01.2002
Skills
- Cardiac Life Support
- ICU/CCU
- PACU
- Committed to compliance
- Medical clinical procedures reporting comprehension
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
- Medical equipment
- Enthusiastic caregiver
- Excellent communicator
- Good listening skills
- Case Manager Experience
- OR experience
- ICU experience
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, 01/1997 - present
- Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification, 01/2002- present
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), 05/2019-presemt
- Registered Nurse in the State of Georgia, RN169881, Compact License Exp. 12/2025
Awards
- Daisy Award, 01/01/20
- Daisy Award, 08/01/21
- Featured in Savannah Magazine “Savannah’s Nurse of the Year”, 12/01/16
Certifications
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
East Georgia Regional Medical Center
05.2019 - Current
School Nurse/Administrator
Angel Learning Center
07.2016 - 05.2019
Charge RN
Coastal Harbor Treatment Center
05.2015 - 05.2016
Staff RN
Memorial Health University Medical Center
01.2003 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Child and Family Development
Georgia Southern University
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