Ashley Aspelin
Aitkin,MN
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
CRMC Home Care and Hospice
05.2023 - Current
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
- Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
- Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.
Registered Nurse, LDRP, Med-Surg
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, assessed and treated patients for preterm labor.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Managed 1:1 cares of the laboring patient with appropriate pain management options, collaboration with labor support person and communication with necessary providers to deliver a safe and exceptional birthing experience.
- Managed cares of the postpartum patient as well as newborn cares, family centered education, and lactation support.
Registered Nurse, LDRP, Pediatrics
Essentia Health- St. Joseph’s Medical Center
04.2012 - 09.2021
- Conferred with physicians to discuss labor status and to create a patient centered plan of care.
- Advised patients and families of postpartum cares, newborn cares, postoperative and pain management after a cesarean section.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management in both mother and newborn patients.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities related to obstetric emergencies in the laboring mother as well as newborn resuscitation in order to improve staff competency and improve patient outcomes.
- Provided lactation support in the inpatient setting.
- Charge nurse on Family Birthplace unit.
Registered Nurse, Pediatrics
Essentia Health- St. Mary’s Medical Center
08.2010 - 04.2012
- Educated pediatric patients and families on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions and met treatment goals.
Education
Instructor - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Essential Health- SMMC
Duluth, MN08.2015
Certified Lactation Consultant - Lactation Consultant
Essential Health- SJMC
Brainerd, MN05.2015
Associate Degree In Nursing - Registered Nurse
Northland Community And Technical College
East Grand Forks05.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Alexandria Technical College
Alexandria, MN12.2005
Skills
- Family Guidance
- Pain Management Techniques
- Patient and Family Education
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Clear Patient Communication
- Compassionate and Caring
- Anesthetic Administration
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Delegation and Motivation
- Needs Advocacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
CRMC Home Care and Hospice
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, LDRP, Med-Surg
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, LDRP, Pediatrics
Essentia Health- St. Joseph’s Medical Center
04.2012 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse, Pediatrics
Essentia Health- St. Mary’s Medical Center
08.2010 - 04.2012
Instructor - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Essential Health- SMMC
Certified Lactation Consultant - Lactation Consultant
Essential Health- SJMC
Associate Degree In Nursing - Registered Nurse
Northland Community And Technical College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Alexandria Technical College
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