ASHLEY HAWKINS
Prescott Valley,AZ
Summary
Dedicated and experienced nurse with a background in critical care and case management. Demonstrates exceptional clinical skills, comprehensive knowledge of patient care, and a compassionate approach to healthcare. Adept at coordinating complex care plans, advocating for patient needs, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to delivering high quality, patient-centered care and enhancing patient outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Granite Creek Health and Rehab
Prescott , AZ
2024.03 - Current
- Monitored patient progress through chart reviews, physician contacts, and regular communication with family members.
- Collaborated with insurance companies regarding reimbursement issues, appeals processes, managed care contracts.
- Maintained detailed documentation of all patient interactions in accordance with agency policies and standards of practice.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the organization.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, developed individualized care plans, and coordinated with other health care providers to ensure quality of care.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging for home health services and post-hospital follow up appointments.
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases and develop effective strategies for resolving problems encountered by patients.
- Advised families about available resources in the community that could provide assistance with medical bills or other financial concerns.
- Facilitated referrals to appropriate social service agencies when needed.
- Provided emotional support to families dealing with difficult situations involving illness or death.
Intensive Care Unit/PCU, Registered Nurse
Dignity Health- Yavapai Regional Medical Center
Prescott , Az
2023.07 - 2024.03
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Paramedic Field Training Officer/Crew Leader
Lifeline Ambulance- AMR
Prescott , Az
2011.10 - 2020.04
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ2025-06
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College
05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Montana State University - Great Falls College of Technology
Great Falls, MT2020-08
Skills
- Drug calculations
- Patient care planning
- Medical evaluation
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse, License # 293308
- Nationally Registered Paramedic, #M8050021, 3/31/2025AHA Basic life support, 3/26
- ACLS, 8/2025
- 200 hour Certified Yoga Instructor-200 RYT
Accomplishments
- Phi Theta Kappa member
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Granite Creek Health and Rehab
2024.03 - Current
Intensive Care Unit/PCU, Registered Nurse
Dignity Health- Yavapai Regional Medical Center
2023.07 - 2024.03
Paramedic Field Training Officer/Crew Leader
Lifeline Ambulance- AMR
2011.10 - 2020.04
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Montana State University - Great Falls College of Technology
- Registered Nurse, License # 293308
- Nationally Registered Paramedic, #M8050021, 3/31/2025AHA Basic life support, 3/26
- ACLS, 8/2025
- 200 hour Certified Yoga Instructor-200 RYT
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