Ashley Brown
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with 20 years of experience delivering high-quality patient-centered care across Med-Surg units, Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC), and Skilled Nursing Facilities. Proven ability to manage complex patients, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and maintain high standards of safety and regulatory compliance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
09.2017 - Current
- Delivered skilled nursing care in long-term and post-acute settings.
- Assisted with admissions and care planning.
- Supported quality and infection-control initiatives.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure safety and comfort.
- Assisted in developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and improve service delivery efficiency.
- Trained new nursing staff on facility protocols and best practices for patient care.
- Conducted routine assessments, identifying changes in patient conditions for timely interventions.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing overall cleanliness and safety standards in the facility.
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Francis Nursing Home
03.2015 - 09.2017
- Provide direct nursing care for high-acuity patients.
- Administer medications and treatments per protocol.
- Perform wound care and trach/PEG management.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
- Document in EMR systems accurately.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lake Charles Memorial Health System
01.2012 - 04.2015
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and ensuring high-quality patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Christus St. Patrick Hospital
12.2006 - 01.2012
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Sowela Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA12-2006
Skills
- Medication Administration & IV Therapy
- Wound Care & Dressing Changes
- Tracheostomy & Ventilator Care
- PEG/G-Tube Management
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Patient & Family Education
- Infection Control
- EMR Documentation
- Admissions & Discharge Planning
- Patient assessments
- Immunization administration
- Family communication
- Catheter care
- EMR / EHR
- Care planning
- ADL assistance
- Healthcare software proficiency
Websites
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse – State
- CPR/BLS Certified
- IV Certification
- Wound Care Training
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
09.2017 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Francis Nursing Home
03.2015 - 09.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lake Charles Memorial Health System
01.2012 - 04.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse
Christus St. Patrick Hospital
12.2006 - 01.2012
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Sowela Technical Community College
TECHNOLOGY
- Epic / Cerner / PointClickCare / MatrixCare
- Medication dispensing systems
- Telemetry equipment
Cover Letter
- Dear Hiring Manager
- I am writing to express my interest in the Licensed Practical Nurse position at your facility. With 20 years of experience across Med-Surg units, Long-Term Acute Care, and Skilled Nursing Facilities, I bring strong clinical expertise, reliability, and a deep commitment to patient-centered care.
- Throughout my career, I have cared for complex patient populations, administered IV therapies, performed advanced wound care, and collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to promote safe, effective outcomes. I pride myself on my efficiency, communication skills, and ability to adapt in fast-paced environments.
- I would welcome the opportunity to contribute my experience and dedication to your organization. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to discussing how my skills align with your needs.
- Sincerely
- Ashley Brown, LPN