Ashley Heather Gilley
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a background in advanced practice nursing, known for high productivity and efficiency in patient care delivery. Possess specialized skills in acute care management, patient education, and diagnostic reasoning. Excel at communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring comprehensive care and positive outcomes for patients.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner
USACS
Chattanooga , TN
03.2026 - Current
- Company Overview: CommonSpirit-CHI Memorial GA, Glenwood, Hixon
Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner
Apollo MD
Atlanta, GA
01.2017 - 02.2026
- Company Overview: Advent Health Murray, Chatsworth, GA
Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner
Apollo MD
Atlanta, GA
11.2017 - 02.2026
- Company Overview: Advent Health Gordon, Calhoun, GA
- Lead APC 2023-2025
Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner
Team Health Southeast Group
Knoxville, TN
09.2015 - Current
- Company Overview: Tennova, Cleveland, TN
Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner
American Physician Partners
Brentwood, TN
11.2019 - 01.2023
- Company Overview: Tennova, Cleveland, TN
Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner
Emcare South Division
Clearwater, FL
12.2016 - 01.2017
- Company Overview: Murray Medical Center, Chatsworth, GA
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Murray Medical Center
Chatsworth, GA
11.2012 - 05.2016
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Comprehensive Healthcare Of North Georgia
Jasper, GA
05.2015 - 09.2015
- Conducted comprehensive physical examinations and health assessments on patients across all age groups.
- Collaborated with physicians in the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic illnesses.
- Developed individualized patient treatment plans based on identified needs and medical history.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as laboratory work, EKGs, x-rays, ultrasounds and other imaging studies.
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Hamilton Medical Center
Dalton, GA
03.2012 - 11.2014
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Cardiac Registered Nurse
Hamilton Medical Center
Dalton, GA
06.2011 - 03.2012
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters in critically ill cardiac patients.
- Utilized evidence based practice to improve the quality of care provided to patients with cardiovascular disease.
Cardiac Charge Nurse
Hamilton Medical Center
Dalton, GA
06.2011 - 03.2012
- Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Reviewed staffing patterns and census of nursing units, meeting staffing needs and budgetary controls.
Office Manager
Polk Brothers Disposal
Tunnel Hill
09.2005 - 05.2011
Director of Marketing
ACH Commerce
Chattanooga, TN
01.2003 - 09.2005
Business Development Coordinator
LGE Community Credit Union
Marietta, GA
03.2002 - 09.2003
Education
Master of Science - Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, Minnesota02.2015
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, Georgia08.2012
Associates of Science Degree - Nursing
Dalton State College
Dalton, Georgia05.2011
Master of Business Administration -
American Intercontinental University
Hoffman Estates, Illinois12.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, Georgia05.2001
Skills
- Focused on Honesty and Transparency
- Detail-Oriented
- Cultural Awareness
- Strong Verbal Communication
- Effective Written Communication
- Proficient in Time Management
- Critical Thinking Ability
- Effective Leadership Abilities
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Experienced with Cerner, Epic, and Meditech
- Comprehensive Patient Support
- Mentorship for LPN, RN, NP, and PA Students
- Sepsis Quality Improvement Team Member
- Member of Lean Quality Initiatives
- Emergency care
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Advanced cardiovascular life support
Affiliations
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
- Sigma Theta Tau
Certification
- Registered Nurse Practice License (GA & TN)
- APRN-FNP-C License (GA & TN)
- DEA GA & TN
- Basic Life Support
- Advance Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Basic Arrhythmia's
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner
USACS
03.2026 - Current
Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner
American Physician Partners
11.2019 - 01.2023
Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner
Apollo MD
11.2017 - 02.2026
Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner
Apollo MD
01.2017 - 02.2026
Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner
Emcare South Division
12.2016 - 01.2017
Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner
Team Health Southeast Group
09.2015 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Comprehensive Healthcare Of North Georgia
05.2015 - 09.2015
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Murray Medical Center
11.2012 - 05.2016
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Hamilton Medical Center
03.2012 - 11.2014
Cardiac Registered Nurse
Hamilton Medical Center
06.2011 - 03.2012
Cardiac Charge Nurse
Hamilton Medical Center
06.2011 - 03.2012
Office Manager
Polk Brothers Disposal
09.2005 - 05.2011
Director of Marketing
ACH Commerce
01.2003 - 09.2005
Business Development Coordinator
LGE Community Credit Union
03.2002 - 09.2003
Master of Science - Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing
University of West Georgia
Associates of Science Degree - Nursing
Dalton State College
Master of Business Administration -
American Intercontinental University
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Georgia Southern University