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Overview
Work History
Education
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ASHLEY BARNES

Goldsboro,North Carolina

Summary

Compassionate RN with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic, critical thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive patients results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

WakeMed Rehabilitation
01.2023 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient's acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions in a timely manner.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.

REGISTERED NURSE, MEDICAL-SURGICAL, REMOTE TELE

Wayne UNC Health Care
07.2011 - 01.2023
  • Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings
  • Managed care of 5-6 medical/surgical patients with multiple comorbid conditions
  • Consulted and coordinated with health care team members to assess and evaluate patient care plans
  • Initiated resuscitative measures to reduce disability and death from acute circulatory and respiratory emergencies
  • Functioned in the roles of charge nurse and preceptor to student nurses and new graduate nurses
  • Administer blood and blood product transfusions or intravenous infusions, monitoring patients for adverse reactions
  • Collaborate with members of multidisciplinary health care teams to plan, manage, or assess patient treatments
  • Obtain specimens or samples for laboratory work
  • Manage patient's pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, monitoring patient's responses, and changing care plans accordingly
  • Discuss illnesses and treatments with patients and family members
  • Improved patient health outcomes by providing accurate cardiac telemetry monitoring and timely reporting of arrhythmias to healthcare team.

REGISTERED NURSE

VIDANT MEDICAL CENTER
10.2010 - 07.2011

CNA/Medication Technician

The Pines Nursing and Rehab
10.2006 - 08.2009
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Education

ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE IN NURSING -

PITT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Winterville, North Carolina
05.2023

Skills

  • Medical assesment and evaluation
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Physical assessments
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • IV insertion, maintenance and therapy
  • Wound Care
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient Assessment
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Medication administration
  • Direct Patient Care

Credentialsandlicenses

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • NIHSS

References

  • Ashley Smith, Registered Nurse, WakeMed Rehabilitation, (225)-306-5902, smithashley188@gmail.com
  • Billie Carter, Registered Nurse, Wayne UNC Healthcare, (919) 288-6332, Jbcarter@earthlink.com
  • Dawn Hall, Registered Nurse, Wayne UNC Healthcare, (910) 290-0778, Dawnkrn1@gmail.com

Timeline

Registered Nurse

WakeMed Rehabilitation
01.2023 - Current

REGISTERED NURSE, MEDICAL-SURGICAL, REMOTE TELE

Wayne UNC Health Care
07.2011 - 01.2023

REGISTERED NURSE

VIDANT MEDICAL CENTER
10.2010 - 07.2011

CNA/Medication Technician

The Pines Nursing and Rehab
10.2006 - 08.2009

ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE IN NURSING -

PITT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ASHLEY BARNES