Ashley Binegar
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to work together as a team to achieve the best patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Supervisor
Chalet Healthcare And Rehabilitation
03.2022 - Current
- Cultivated an atmosphere of teamwork and open communication among staff members, resulting in a more cohesive work environment and greater job satisfaction for the nursing team.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and other departments to promote high quality patient care.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Supervised approximately 15-20 employees.
RN Case Manager
Care Hospice
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitoring patient vital signs, including body temperature, heart rate, respiration rate and blood pressure
- Administering medications and treatments prescribed by physicians
- Notifying physicians when there is a change in a patient’s condition
- Counseling family members to help them know what to expect as their loved one’s condition worsens
- Making family members aware of resources like counseling and government programs
- Updating patient records
RN Floor Nurse
University Heights And Living
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Work closely with the facility Physician to create and implement care plans and also notify physician if patient's condition improves or deteriorates.
- Advocate for patient's and family members
- Increased efficiency in the workplace by streamlining processes and maintaining accurate records of patients'' medical histories.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Work closely with the facility Physician to create and implement care plans and also notify physician if patient's condition improves or deteriorates.
- Follow the plan of care closely and notify MD of any changes.
RN Case Manager
Transitions Hospice Care
11.2019 - 04.2020
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented interventions periodically, adjusting treatment plans as needed to promote optimal patient outcomes.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Optimized resource utilization by identifying opportunities for cost containment while maintaining quality of care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
Registered Nurse
Southpointe Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center
12.2017 - 11.2019
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, Diabetes and other conditions.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Registered Nurse
West Health Center
09.2012 - 10.2017
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse
Decatur Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
10.2010 - 07.2012
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Marian University
Indianapolis, IN05.2010
Skills
- Clinical Staff Management
- Patient Relations
- Training and mentoring
- Nursing Documentation
- Compassionate Care
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Medication Dispensing
- Clinical assessment
- Patient Advocacy
Timeline
RN Supervisor
Chalet Healthcare And Rehabilitation
03.2022 - Current
RN Case Manager
Care Hospice
11.2021 - 02.2022
RN Floor Nurse
University Heights And Living
05.2020 - 10.2021
RN Case Manager
Transitions Hospice Care
11.2019 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse
Southpointe Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center
12.2017 - 11.2019
Registered Nurse
West Health Center
09.2012 - 10.2017
Registered Nurse
Decatur Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
10.2010 - 07.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Marian University
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