Ashleigh Lynch
East Tennessee Behavioral
Knoxville,TN
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
1 Year 6 Months- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Directed staff activities and ensured policy compliance as part-time house supervisor, enhancing patient support and care quality.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, documented changes, and reported concerns to healthcare teams to facilitate timely interventions.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff, promoting a collaborative work environment and ensuring high standards of patient care.
Telehealth Psychiatric Registered Nurse
3 Years 4 Months- Facilitated effective telehealth services for clients facing acute mental health and polysubstance use issues. Contributed to emergency response efforts and assessment processes for on-site staff.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new hires to promote adherence to regulatory standards and organizational policies. Oversaw the medication training program for residential behavioral associates, enhancing their competency in medication management.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
RN, Emergency Room
2 Years 11 Months- Administered emergency medical care to diverse patient populations in high-pressure situations.
- Monitored vital signs and provided critical assessments to ensure timely interventions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
RN, Emergency Room
3 Years 9 Months- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma in level 2 trauma center.
- Collaborated on trauma and emergency interventions for serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma in level 2 trauma center, ensuring timely and effective patient care.
- Eliminated medication errors by verifying drug orders against patient records prior to administering treatments, enhancing patient safety.
- Guided new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, fostering team cohesion and a supportive learning environment.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
Education
Registered nurse (Associate of science)
Skills
Patient assessment
Mental evaluation
Psychopharmacology
Medication administration
IV insertion
Care planning
Clinical documentation
Patient care
BLS/ACLS certified
Multitasking
Reliability
Patient evaluation
Certification
RN License - Compact
BLS
ACLS
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
East Tennessee Behavioral
02.2025 - CurrentRead More
Telehealth Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Community bridges
10.2021 - 02.2025Read More
RN, Emergency Room
University of Tennessee Medical Center
11.2018 - 10.2021Read More
RN, Emergency Room
Bay Medical Center
02.2015 - 11.2018Read More
Gulf Coast State College
Registered nurse (Associate of science)
Read More