Ashley Captain

Supervise and support multiple states, RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Clinical Managers in collaboration with the National Clinical Director of Operations. Oversees and ensures all of the facets of Haven Specialty Home Care's regional operation to comply with all local, state, and federal regulations.

• Utilized [Software] to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
• Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better self management.
• Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
• Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
• Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in an ICU environment.
• Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
• Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
• Upheld regulatory compliance within the nursing practice through adherence to state mandates, facility policies, and established ethical guidelines.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
• Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
• Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Conducted regular audits of assessment documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
• Improved patient outcomes by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing personalized care plans.
• Minimized potential complications by promptly identifying warning signs during assessments and responding appropriately to emergent situations.

• Maintained thorough documentation of patient progress and interventions to ensure continuity of care among healthcare providers.
• Educated patients and their families on disease processes, treatments, and at-home care instructions to promote understanding and self management.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality medical-surgical care and closely monitoring vital signs.
• Delivered quality end-of-life care with dignity while supporting grieving family members during the process.
• Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal patient health.
• Provided comprehensive wound care management, including dressing changes, debridement, and infection prevention measures.
• Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
• Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
• Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
• Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.
• Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
• Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
• Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
• Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Efficiently prioritized clinical tasks in response to changing patient needs throughout each shift.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical status, medical history, and psychosocial well-being upon admission to the unit.

• Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
• Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
• Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
• Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
• Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
• Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
• Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
• Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
• Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
• Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.