Ashley Hodas
Orlando
Summary
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Advent Health
02.2022 - Current
- Endoscopy Unit (March 2024 – Present)
- Serve as charge nurse in pre- and post-procedural areas
- Assist in colonoscopies, endoscopies, and bronchoscopies
- Monitor and assess patients' pre- and post-anesthesia care
- Clinical Nurse Educator for the Advance Cardiac Surgical Unit (January 2023 – March 2024)
- Onboarded and mentored 79 nurses in 2023 which included new graduate nurses and experienced nurses
- Actively engaging in establishing relationships with experienced nurses in the unit as well as those nurses who are in a variety of training programs
- Facilitated ICU Bootcamp sessions focused on the ABCDEF Bundle
- Developed and implemented materials for a 21-week and 8-week orientation pathway for new hire nurses
- Multi-System Intensive Care Unit (February 2022 – December 2022)
- Managed and cared for patients with hepatic failure and other complex conditions
- Advocated for holistic, patient-centered care
- Acted as a preceptor and mentor for new hire ICU nurses
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing clinical skills within the team.
- Streamlined workflow processes to improve efficiency in patient care delivery across departments.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Registered Nurse
University of Miami Hospital
03.2020 - 01.2022
- Surgical Intensive Care Unit
- Recovered and cared for patients from surgical procedures involving ENT, Vascular, Surgical Oncology, Urology and Abdominal procedures
- Resuscitated and stabilized critically ill patients through the management and use of IV drips, ventilators, arterial lines and central lines
- Functioned as charge nurse and responded to rapid responses and code blues
- Precepted and trained nurses to be able to perform the duties necessary for Surgical ICU
- COVID Intensive Care Unit
- Experienced in manually proning patients with the assistance of medical staff
- Educated and experienced in using the ventilator medication Epoprostenol
- Monitored, assessed and cared for patients receiving CRRT therapy
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse
Bayfront Health St. Petersburg
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Intensive Care Unit Float Team (Neuro, Trauma, Medical and CVICU)
- Provided specialized care across the Neuro, Trauma, Medical and CVICU units
- Precepted staff in the Neuro ICU
- Managed complex equipment like EVD's and arterial lines
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Novant Thomasville Medical Center
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Special Care Unit (Travel Nurse Assignment, AYA Healthcare)
- Delivered care in the Special Care Unit and collaborated across interdisciplinary teams
Registered Nurse
University of Miami Hospital
10.2016 - 03.2019
- Gastroenterology Department (August 2018 – March 2019)
- Assessed and readied patients for procedures in a fast-paced environment
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and hospital protocols to enhance team performance.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety and satisfaction scores.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, documenting findings accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Recovered patients’ post-anesthesia administration
- Assisted physicians during colonoscopies, endoscopies and liver biopsies
- Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit (October 2016 - August 2018)
- Treated patients with seizures, brain and spinal tumors and intracranial hemorrhages
- Recovered postoperative craniotomy and pituitary tumor resection patients
- Assisted with placement and managed bedside external ventricular drains and lumbar drains
- Monitored intracranial pressure and identified when intervention is necessary
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
Coral Gables Hospital
08.2015 - 10.2016
- Intensive Care Unit
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated client care
- Performed as a first responder to rapid responses and code blues throughout the hospital
- Responsible for the recording and reporting of lab values and medical treatment
Emergency Department Scribe
Florida Hospital Orlando
05.2013 - 05.2014
- Utilized advanced knowledge of medical terminology
- Documented pertinent patient medical history, lab values and physical examinations
- Documented patient encounters accurately in real-time to enhance clinical workflow efficiency.
- Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results, and other details directly into charts.
Teachers Assistant
University of Central Florida
01.2013 - 05.2014
- Educated Microbiology lab classes once a week on how to properly perform lab experiments
- Facilitated classroom activities and maintained supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance instructional materials and resources.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Leadership and Management
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL01.2027
Bachelor of Science - Nursing-Accelerated Program
University of Miami
Miami, FL01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences Pre-Clinical
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL01.2014
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Critical care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
Certification
- RN License 9411254
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (American Heart Association) Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association)
- NIH Stroke Scale Course Completion
- Daisy Award Nominee December 2017 and March 2018
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Advent Health
02.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
University of Miami Hospital
03.2020 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Bayfront Health St. Petersburg
06.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
Novant Thomasville Medical Center
03.2019 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse
University of Miami Hospital
10.2016 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse
Coral Gables Hospital
08.2015 - 10.2016
Emergency Department Scribe
Florida Hospital Orlando
05.2013 - 05.2014
Teachers Assistant
University of Central Florida
01.2013 - 05.2014
Master of Science in Nursing - Leadership and Management
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science - Nursing-Accelerated Program
University of Miami
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences Pre-Clinical
University of Central Florida