Ashley Carlander
Vancleave,MS
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Compassionate RN , known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Hospice Nurse
Deaconess HomeCare and Hospice Services
Biloxi, MS
05.2024 - Current
- Conducted regular safety assessments within the home setting, addressing potential hazards that could impact patient well-being or caregiver safety measures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices in hospice nursing and improve patient care outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, communicating updates with healthcare team members to optimize care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment, reducing risk of injury for frail or unsteady patients.
- Educated family members on end-of-life care, empowering them to support their loved ones during the hospice journey.
- Managed medication administration and pain control measures, ensuring optimal patient comfort levels.
- Advanced patient advocacy by effectively communicating individual needs and preferences to interdisciplinary team members during care planning meetings.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Singing River Hospital
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Nurse Technician
Singing River Hospital
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Assistant Manager
Circle K
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Made hiring recommendations to increase company's productivity and profitability with quality workers.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS12.2022
High School Diploma -
Vancleave High School
Vancleave05.2011
Skills
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Admissions and Discharge Processes
- Medication Administration
- Patient and Family Education
- Blood Product Administration
- Wound Care
- Symptom control
- Family education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- End-of-life support
- Compassionate care
- Professional boundaries
- Bereavement support
Timeline
Home Hospice Nurse
Deaconess HomeCare and Hospice Services
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Singing River Hospital
01.2023 - 06.2024
Nurse Technician
Singing River Hospital
02.2021 - 12.2022
Assistant Manager
Circle K
01.2019 - 02.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
High School Diploma -
Vancleave High School
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