ASHLEY AMMERMAN
Georgetown,Ky.
Summary
Healthcare professional prepared for delivering top-notch patient care and medical services. Extensive experience in the Emergency Department treating, and managing various health conditions.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specialty Care Stroke Navigator
St Joseph Hospital
10.2020 - Current
- Orchestrated and managed comprehensive stroke care by providing crucial education and support to patients and their families.
- Coordinated all aspects of patient care, serving as the primary liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team.
- Ensured timely delivery of appropriate treatments and established robust follow-up protocols, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Identified and implemented process improvements within the stroke care continuum.
- Facilitated seamless and efficient transitions for patients moving to different levels of care (e.g., inpatient rehab, skilled nursing facilities, or home).
- Delivered tailored education to patients and families on modifiable risk factors and facilitated effective rehabilitation strategies.
- Championed interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and coordination across healthcare teams.
- Spearheaded monthly Stroke meetings with key interdisciplinary teams to ensure the highest quality of patient care.
- Mentored and oriented new navigators to their roles, ensuring a standardized and effective onboarding process.
- Rebuilt the Orthopedic total knee and total hip arthroplasty program from the ground up, spearheading process improvements and strategic initiatives that culminated in the successful achievement of The Joint Commission Recertification in 2025.
- Provided expert navigation and care coordination for total knee and hip arthroplasty patients, guiding them through the entire care continuum
ED RN
St. Joseph Hospital
Lexington, KY
06.2016 - 10.2020
- Managed care for a diverse range of emergency patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Triaged patients based on acuity, improving department flow and reducing wait times. Ran fast track with a provider to facilitate flow.
- Streamlined communication channels between departments to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Administered rapid medication sequences, including vasoactive drips and conscious sedation.
- Managed a 35 bed Level 2 Emergency Department as a Charge Nurse
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to protocols and quality standards as a Charge RN
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and skill enhancement.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Emergency Room Technician
Lexington, KY
07.2007 - 06.2016
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
- Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during their emergency room visit, addressing concerns and offering emotional support when needed.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Maintained clean and sanitary environment in emergency department to meet hygiene measures.
- Streamlined emergency department processes by working closely with other ER technicians, nurses, physicians, and ancillary staff members to coordinate seamless patient care transitions within the hospital setting.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Conducted routine inventory checks of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for efficient ER operations.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN02-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN02-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maysville Community And Technical College
Maysville, KY05-2016
Skills
- Orchestrated and managed comprehensive stroke care by providing crucial education and support to patients and their families
- Coordinated all aspects of patient care, serving as the primary liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team
- Ensured timely delivery of appropriate treatments and established robust follow-up protocols, optimizing patient outcomes
- Identified and implemented process improvements within the stroke care continuum
- Facilitated seamless and efficient transitions for patients moving to different levels of care (eg, inpatient rehab, skilled nursing facilities, or home)
- Delivered tailored education to patients and families on modifiable risk factors and facilitated effective rehabilitation strategies
- Championed interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and coordination across healthcare teams
- Spearheaded monthly Stroke and Ortho meetings with key interdisciplinary teams to ensure the highest quality of patient care
- Mentored and oriented new navigators to their roles, ensuring a standardized and effective onboarding process
- Provided expert navigation and care coordination for total knee and hip arthroplasty patients, guiding them through the entire care continuum
Certification
- APRN 01/16/2026 NPI # 1649139510 NEW GRAD
- Registered Nurse 06/16/2016 License # 1149215
- Masters 02/15/2024
- BSN 09/10/2018
- Sane RN 05/03/2019 Certification #593
- BLS- Expires
- ACLS- 8/2026
- TNCC- Expires 2028
- PALS- Expires 8/2026
- EZ-IO Insertion 09/12/2024
- External Jugular Insertion 12/12/2024
- Ultrasound Guided Intravenous Access 04/16/2025
- Interim Charge RN over the ED
- Educator
- Preceptor
- Procedural Sedation 12/16/24
Timeline
Specialty Care Stroke Navigator
St Joseph Hospital
10.2020 - Current
ED RN
St. Joseph Hospital
06.2016 - 10.2020
Emergency Room Technician
07.2007 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maysville Community And Technical College
Nominee for Daisy Award 2024
In 2024 I was nominated by a patient for a Daisy Award, I followed a stroke patient from a sister hospital where I was the only one available to administer Alteplase during a active stroke, road in the ambulance during transfer to Saint Joesph main and followed her throughout her stay and rehab. This patient was actually aired on television with the neurologist about her experience at Saint Joseph Hospital while experiencing a stroke. Later in the year I was invited to Rupp Arena to hear her speak about her experience and was brought on stage and commended for my quick actions in her care. This was an eye opening experience bringing back the basics of why I chose a career in the nursing field, to advocate and care for the patient.