Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Clinical Competance
Performance Improvement
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Ashley Escalante

Edinburg

Summary

Dynamic Pediatric Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Driscoll Children's Hospital, excelling in compassionate patient care and critical thinking. Skilled in medication administration and effective therapeutic communication, I empower families through education and advocacy, ensuring optimal health outcomes and fostering trust within the healthcare team.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pediatric Registered Nurse

Driscoll Children's Hospital
05.2024 - Current
  • Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
  • Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
  • Delivered high-quality patient care consistently, adhering to unit protocols and hospital policies while maintaining a professional demeanor under pressure.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate and empathetic communication with children and families.

Pediatric Registered Nurse

Doctor's Hospital at Renaissance
03.2023 - 05.2024
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
  • Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to optimize patient care quality and effectiveness.
  • Provided education to parents on proper home care techniques, minimizing hospital readmissions and promoting long-term wellbeing.
  • Advocated for patient needs with healthcare providers, securing necessary interventions for optimal health results.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring timely recovery milestones were met.

Nursing Tutor

South Texas College
08.2019 - 04.2023
  • Prepared students for successful completion of licensure exams by reviewing key content areas and test-taking strategies thoroughly.
  • Organized and led skill-building workshops, focusing on topics like medication administration, wound care, and patient assessment techniques.
  • Promoted critical thinking and problem-solving skills through interactive discussions and group activities during tutoring sessions.
  • Enhanced student understanding of nursing concepts by incorporating real-life scenarios and case studies in tutoring sessions.
  • Developed customized tutoring strategies for individual students, addressing their specific learning needs and styles.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

South Texas College
McAllen, TX
12-2021

Skills

  • Certified Spanish interpreter
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Critical thinking
  • Effective therapeutic communication
  • Compassionate patient care to patients and families

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, TBON- Texas Board of Nursing, Exp: Nov. 30, 2025, License #: 1067798
  • Basic Life Support: 11/2025
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support: 08/2025

Timeline

Pediatric Registered Nurse

Driscoll Children's Hospital
05.2024 - Current

Pediatric Registered Nurse

Doctor's Hospital at Renaissance
03.2023 - 05.2024

Nursing Tutor

South Texas College
08.2019 - 04.2023

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

South Texas College

Clinical Competance

  • PALS
  • Charge Nurse
  • CVL Superuser
  • IMC cross trained
  • Trach Vent trained
  • Clinical mentor/Nurse Preceptor for New Grad Nurses

Performance Improvement

  • PALS
  • Charge Nurse
  • CVL Superuser
  • IMC Cross trained
  • Trach Vent trained
  • Nurse Preceptor for New Grad Nurses

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