Ashley Crittenden
Claremore,OK
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with expertise in medication administration, infection control, and patient assessments. Committed to enhancing patient safety and satisfaction through evidence-based practices. Medical surgical and psychiatric nursing experience. Vascular Access nurse for seven years assisting patients to have better outcomes hospital-wide.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital
Tulsa, OK
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols. Since 2019 mostly PICC and midline education concerning risks, benefits, and things to watch for after placement.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical procedures and hospital protocols, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Implemented infection control measures, resulting in improved patient safety and reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Conducted regular assessments to identify changes in patient conditions, facilitating timely interventions and care adjustments.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- 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.
Registered Nurse
Hillcrest South Hospital
Tulsa, OK
10.2020 - 08.2023
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Vascular Access team
Registered Nurse
St Francis Hospital
Tulsa, OK
04.2016 - 10.2021
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols.
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health records, improving data accuracy and accessibility.
- Led quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient satisfaction scores through feedback integration.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- 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.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Medical surgical and psychiatric floor for 4 years and Vascular Access team 2019-2021
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tulsa Commiunity College
Tulsa, OK12-2015
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Infection control measures
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Licensed RN
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- EMR / EHR
- Ultrasound guided and standard PIV placement
- PICC and midline IV placement
- Sterile technique
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 2016-2026
- BLS expires 2028
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Hillcrest South Hospital
10.2020 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse
St Francis Hospital
04.2016 - 10.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tulsa Commiunity College