Ashley Donovan
Beachwood,NJ
Summary
Professional nursing leader prepared for advanced responsibilities in healthcare management. Proven ability to drive patient care excellence and improve operational efficiency. Strong focus on collaborative team leadership and adaptability to changing environments. Skilled in strategic planning, staff development, and regulatory compliance, consistently delivering impactful results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
RJ Healthcare Services
03.2024 - Current
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Mentored new nurses through orientation programs, facilitating their integration into the team and fostering their professional growth.
- Planned and assigned workload to multiple person nursing staff to direct patient care.
RN Nursing Supervisor
RJ Healthcare Services
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
Registered Nurse (RN)-Nurse Coordinator
Legacy Treatment Services
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
School Nurse
Towne Nursing
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Wardell Gardens
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Home Care LPN
Summit Home Care
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Pediatric Nurse
Monmouth pediatric group
12.2018 - 10.2019
- Documented pediatric patient care to maintain accurate and complete medical records.
- Helped young patients feel comfortable with procedures and immunizations.
- Utilized nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.
- Educated patients and families on health topics, medications and treatments to increase understanding and improve health outcomes.
Education
BSN Program -
Capella University
10.2024
Associates RN in Nursing -
Holy Name Medical Center School of Nursing
Teaneck, NJ06.2021
Skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Access
- Long-Term Care
- Critical Thinking
- Documentation And Reporting
- Nurse Education and Training
- Leadership and Guidance
- Quality Improvement
- Strong Work Ethic
Certification
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- RN
Timeline
Director of Nursing
RJ Healthcare Services
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse (RN)-Nurse Coordinator
Legacy Treatment Services
12.2022 - 01.2023
RN Nursing Supervisor
RJ Healthcare Services
03.2021 - 03.2024
School Nurse
Towne Nursing
12.2020 - 12.2021
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Wardell Gardens
01.2020 - 12.2020
Home Care LPN
Summit Home Care
09.2019 - 03.2020
Pediatric Nurse
Monmouth pediatric group
12.2018 - 10.2019
Associates RN in Nursing -
Holy Name Medical Center School of Nursing
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- RN
BSN Program -
Capella University
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