Ashley Gagnon
Altoona
Summary
Experienced NICU Charge RN specializing in emergency response and patient safety. Recognized for effective leadership and meticulous attention to detail in managing nursing teams and delivering exceptional care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NICU Lead Charge RN
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Des Moines
01.2025 - Current
- Directed nursing team to uphold quality patient care and safety standards.
- Supervised nursing staff, offering guidance on daily operational tasks.
- Managed medication administration, ensuring accuracy and adherence to protocols.
- Coordinated daily staffing assignments based on unit acuity levels.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, delivering expert care and life-saving interventions.
Pediatric/NICU Travel RN
ECU Health
Greenville
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to nursing team promptly.
- Maintained accurate patient records utilizing electronic health systems.
- Provided compassionate care to diverse patient populations across various settings.
- Utilized specialized equipment, including ventilators and IV pumps, based on patient needs.
Pediatric Pulmonology RN
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
Des Moines
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient condition changes accurately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Updated patient charts with current information to uphold strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collected lab specimens while ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and results.
Travel Registered Nurse, NICU
John Muir Medical Center
Walnut Creek
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Provided critical medications and treatments to newborns in NICU.
- Educated families about health management and infant care techniques.
- Supported emergency resuscitation efforts for critically ill infants.
- Monitored potential risk factors, executing appropriate actions to mitigate risks.
- Oversaw operation of cardiac monitors, ventilators, alarms, and oxygen delivery systems.
Staff RN, NICU
OU Health
Oklahoma City
10.2018 - 09.2020
- Provided direct care to neonatal patients in NICU to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Monitored patients' behavior, vital signs, and fluid intake to detect emerging issues.
- Identified abnormal respiratory patterns through thorough pulmonary assessments.
- Supported patients and families during challenging situations to promote recovery and reduce compliance issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05-2018
Some College (No Degree) - Australian Studies
University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD, AustraliaSkills
- Patient assessment
- Time management
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Ventilator management
- Task prioritization
- Clinical judgment
- Leadership
Certification
- RNC-NIC
- NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification
- AHPRA/NMBA Registration
Timeline
NICU Lead Charge RN
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
01.2025 - Current
Pediatric/NICU Travel RN
ECU Health
08.2024 - 11.2024
Pediatric Pulmonology RN
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
07.2022 - 02.2024
Travel Registered Nurse, NICU
John Muir Medical Center
02.2021 - 02.2022
Staff RN, NICU
OU Health
10.2018 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Florida
Some College (No Degree) - Australian Studies
University of Queensland