Ashley Alexander
Bristol,RI
Summary
Dynamic Charge Registered Nurse with extensive experience of 11 years, excelling in patient care assessment and infection control. Proven ability to educate families and advocate for patient needs while implementing effective treatment plans. Skilled in accurate documentation and compassionate communication, ensuring high standards of care and safety in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Warren Skilled Nursing and Rehab
Warren, RI
07.2023 - 02.2026
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing changing conditions.
Charge Registered Nurse
Dawn Healthcare
Bristol, RI
07.2016 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing changing conditions.
- Educated patients and families answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, procedures and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from influenza etc. and other illnesses of concern.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Directed patient care activities, guided and trained RNs, LPNs and residential advisors during shift.
- Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
- Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans.
- Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings, Managed JP drains , nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Dawn Hill Rehabilitaton
Bristol, RI
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Supported and assisted doctor in surgical procedures, consultation and recovery procedures.
- Disseminated instructions for primary home caregivers and patients in preparation for discharge from facility.
- Maintained impeccable cleanliness and sanitation for most effective treatment of wounds.
- Assessed and treated draining of wounds.
- Advised patients on proper nutrition and offered holistic solutions to severe conditions.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Offered emotional support to patients and family members experiencing trauma.
- Maintained comprehensive understanding of genitourinary, gastrointestinal and integumentary systems and provided treatment for wounds impacting them.
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Cared for patients in 46-bed sub-acute unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Admission Nurse
Dawn Hill Nursing And Rehabilitation
Bristol, RI
07.2016 - 05.2022
- Coordinated patients' tests and treatments with other health care professionals while in facility and during discharge planning
- Provided physicians and other medical personnel with patient assessment details and answered patient care-related questions.
- Settled incoming patients into rooms and verified adequacy of medical supplies, treatment equipment , care plans, documented vital signs, medication history and community care teams.
- Interacted professionally with families and provided empathetic support and professional guidance.
- Attended in-house trainings and continuing education classes.
- Obtained RI RN license and current BLS CPR certification.
Charge Registered Nurse
ST.Clare Home
Newport, RI
10.2015 - 01.2017
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing changing conditions.
- Educated patients and family members answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
- Administered different therapies, vaccinations and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis, and wounds to asses needs and determine best options for care.
- Updated patient chart and documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
Education
Certificate - Wound Care Certification
Vohra Physicians Group
Online09.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island
Newport,RI05.2014
High School Diploma -
Mt. Hope High School
Bristol, RI05.2001
Skills
Multitask
Patient Health Information Access
Immunizations and Vaccinations
Patient Care Assessment
Interpersonal Communication Skills
Accurate Documentation
Compassionate and Caring
Infection Control Procedures
Patient Advocacy
Wound assessment , Treatment and prevention
Direct Supervision and training
Patient Admission and discharge process
Pain Management Technique
Alternative Treatments
Disease Processes
Infection Control procedures
Floor Assignments
Multitask
Certification
- Certified wound care, Vohra Physicians -2020
- Certified IV, Omnicare
- Licensed RN - RN53439
Down Syndrome Society of Rhode Island
Volunteer for 6+ years and former board member. Assisted and Hosted multiple fundraisers raising over 20K for the community. Advocate for families.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Warren Skilled Nursing and Rehab
07.2023 - 02.2026
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Dawn Hill Rehabilitaton
09.2020 - 05.2022
Charge Registered Nurse
Dawn Healthcare
07.2016 - 02.2023
Admission Nurse
Dawn Hill Nursing And Rehabilitation
07.2016 - 05.2022
Charge Registered Nurse
ST.Clare Home
10.2015 - 01.2017
Certificate - Wound Care Certification
Vohra Physicians Group
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island
High School Diploma -
Mt. Hope High School