Ashley Junious
Rosharon,TX
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Seeking a full-time direct patient care position with your organization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Nurse Manager
University Of Texas Medical Branch
02.2024 - Current
- Assist overseeing units CT/Vascular Surgery IMU, Cardiology IMU, Telemetry, EKG techs, MedSurg Overflow, & Geriatrics
- Participated in hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall patient experience and satisfaction levels.
- Streamlined nursing operations for efficiency and quality improvement by conducting regular audits and addressing areas of concern.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Assisted in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation through rigorous adherence to quality standards and guidelines for clinical practice.
Registered Nurse
UTMB Healthcare Systems Staffing
06.2019 - 02.2024
- Floated to various units throughout the hospital including: Telemetry/Cardiology, IMU unit, Medical Surgical, Neurology, Oncology, and Texas Department of Criminal Justice Hospital providing care for 3-6 patients
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Educated patients on diagnosis, treatments, and primary prevention opportunities for health and wellness
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care and addressing individual needs.
Nurse Manager
CHI St Luke's Patient's Medical Center
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Responsible for supervision and leadership to a staff of over 100 employees for Med/Surg and ICU
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- ·Assisted in the development and implementation of action plans to improve employee satisfaction and engagement. In FY23, Med Surg departments improved employee engagement scores in all domains compared to FY22
- ·Assisted in improving Patient Experience Scores to the 87th percentile from the 52nd percentile engagement scores in all domains compared to FY22
- ·Assist unit with patient care needs and fill in to cover RN and PCA shortage when needed using Meditech to document
Nurse Manager
HCA Mainland Medical Center
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Offer professional guidance, supervision, and leadership to staff of 32 employees on a Progressive Care Unit
- Ensure patient care and quality standards are met and complied with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements such as Joint Commision as well as establish departmental policies
- Supervise day-to-day activities of the unit, monitoring quality of service and utilization standards using Meditech, supervising shift activities, and delivery of patient care
- Collaborate with other depts, senior leadership and Physicians to ensure the delivery of high-quality care
Case Manager
Houston Methodist Hospital
12.2019 - 09.2021
- ·Assess clients for case management needs in emergency department by collaborating closely with medical team
- ·Review inpatient charts in Epic to determine correct admission status and perform utilization review/management with InterQual criteria or MCG criteria to submit to insurance companies
- Minimized financial risk associated with denials or payment discrepancies through diligent validation of medical necessity prior to service provision.
- ·Reduce emergency services cost by curtailing medically unnecessary admissions, length of patient stays, and readmissions
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Houston Methodist Hospital
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Provide acute care as a Charge Nurse Medical/Oncology/Cardiac unit performing initial patient assessments and work with physicians to plan, implement, and evaluate plans of care for patient load of 4-6 using Epic
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital
10.2014 - 01.2016
- Provide acute care as an LVN on a 30 bed Medical Surgical/Oncology/Cardiac unit for 4-6 patients
- Prepare and educate patients for cardiac catheterization and electrophysiological studies
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Brazosport College
Lake Jackson, TX12.2015
Skills
Clinical Leadership
Direct Patient Care
Discharge Planning
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
EMR Systems
Telemetry monitoring
Catheter Care
Wound Care
Patient Assessments
Documentation and Charting
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Certification
- ANCC Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification
Timeline
Assistant Nurse Manager
University Of Texas Medical Branch
02.2024 - Current
Nurse Manager
CHI St Luke's Patient's Medical Center
05.2022 - 10.2023
Nurse Manager
HCA Mainland Medical Center
12.2021 - 04.2022
Case Manager
Houston Methodist Hospital
12.2019 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
UTMB Healthcare Systems Staffing
06.2019 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Houston Methodist Hospital
01.2016 - 12.2019
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital
10.2014 - 01.2016
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
The University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lamar University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Brazosport College