Ashley Brown
Blue Springs,MO
Summary
Patient advocate; upholds the highest standards of nursing care
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
St. Joseph Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments under physician supervision, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient condition, facilitating timely interventions.
- Assisted in creating personalized care plans, enhancing patient satisfaction and quality of life.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive hospice care services for patients and families.
LPN
Generations care Hospice
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Assess patients for decline, education on medication and EOL care, wound care, Vital signs, Handle orders
- Trained new staff on clinical procedures and best practices, promoting adherence to hospice care standards.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
LPN Office Nurse
Meritas Health Gashland Clinic
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Manager- Denise Duke(816) 436-1800
LPN
Brookdale Hospice
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Assess patients, Handle orders, Medication Administration, wound care
- Educated patients and families on end-of-life care options, fostering informed decision-making and support.
- Led initiatives to enhance patient comfort measures, resulting in improved overall experience in hospice care settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
ADON
Redwood of Independence
03.2018 - 08.2018
- Handled resident disputes, orders, audits, education to residents and staff, Wound care, and dispenses medication.
- Amber Williams (DON) (816)257-2566
DON
Cedars of Liberty
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Personal care with Medicaid, doctor orders, keep facility up to state regulations, education to staff and residents
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
LPN
Truman Medical Center LTC
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- DON- Sharon Cruz (816)404-7000
LPN
Two River Behavioral Health
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Handle doctors’ orders, wound care, dispensing medications, Diffusing patient complaints, monitor vital signs, orient new Employees and do admissions and discharges
- Nurse Manager Lisa Stuby (816) 382-6300
LPN
Golden Living: New Haven
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Head-toe assessments, handle doctors orders, wound care, dispensing medication diffuse resident complaints, monitor vital signs, assist with ADL’s, orient new employees
- (816) 230-7539
CNA/LPN
St. Mary’s Manor
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- 816-228-5655
Education
RN - Nursing
North Central Missouri College
Trenton, MO05-2026
LPN - Nursing
Lex La-Ray Technical Center
Lexington,Missouri07.2013
Associate of Science - General Studies
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO01.2007
Associate of Science - General Studies
Blue Springs South High Schools
Blue Springs, MO01.2006
Skills
- Reliable and task-focused
- Proficient with: E-MAR, EPIC, & MEDITECH computer documentation
- IV fluid management
- Medication administration
- Oxygen therapy administration
- Patient education
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Indwelling catheter management
- Clinical leadership
- Quality improvement
- Care plan development
- Wound care management
- Acute care
- Nurse education and training
- Critical thinking
- Direct patient care
Certification
- LPN- 2013034125
- IV Certified
- BLS Certified- expires 10/2027
- ACLS certified- expires 10/2027
- LIMA Trainer
Timeline
LPN
St. Joseph Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
LPN
Generations care Hospice
04.2021 - 08.2021
LPN Office Nurse
Meritas Health Gashland Clinic
07.2020 - 04.2021
LPN
Brookdale Hospice
08.2018 - 06.2020
ADON
Redwood of Independence
03.2018 - 08.2018
DON
Cedars of Liberty
01.2017 - 01.2018
LPN
Truman Medical Center LTC
01.2016 - 01.2018
LPN
Two River Behavioral Health
01.2014 - 01.2016
LPN
Golden Living: New Haven
01.2013 - 01.2014
CNA/LPN
St. Mary’s Manor
01.2009 - 01.2014
RN - Nursing
North Central Missouri College
LPN - Nursing
Lex La-Ray Technical Center
Associate of Science - General Studies
University of Central Missouri
Associate of Science - General Studies
Blue Springs South High Schools