Ashley Kennedy
Rockwall,Texas
Summary
I am looking for the chance to further develop my nursing career within the hospice field and contribute as a dedicated member of your team. My diverse background as a registered nurse serves as valuable experience that I believe will greatly benefit your organization.
Possessing a comprehensive understanding of nursing principles, I am committed to delivering high-quality patient care while fostering a supportive and comforting environment for patients and their families. As a proven leader, skillful in uniting and guiding IDT members, I work toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. I am focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Palliative Care RN
Medical City of Plano (HCA Healthcare)
Plano, TX
02.2020 - Current
- Establish meetings with patients and/or their family during critical times of illness to discuss goals and plans of care.
- Assisted with GIP admission and discharge, funeral planning, and organ donation.
- Provided exceptional care and support to families during end-of-life situations.
- Consulted by physicians to assist with advanced care planning, code status conversations, and their treatment options.
- Provided exceptional care to patients and families beyond the organization's expectations.
- Educated patients and family on the hospice model, mission, and daily practice.
- Educated peers and physicians on the importance of palliative and/or hospice care, when, and how to implement it in practice.
- Worked alongside outside hospice agency liaisons and RNs to best serve our patients.
- Implemented practice guidelines for the hospital staff on how to best care for our end-of-life patients.
- Active member of the Palliative Care Committee and Council
- Collected data to represent how our department has provided care for over 1200 patients a year.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of the care team.
ICU RN
Health Trust Workforce Solutions
, TX
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Able to care for critically ill patients of diverse backgrounds and various needs
- Adapted quickly when caring for multiple critically ill patients simultaneously.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities while providing guidance to less experienced staff members.
- Able to care for intubated patients with multiple lines, tubes, and drains
- Able to administer, titrate, and maintain multiple drip medications at the same time
- Assisted with medical procedures such as chest tubes, central lines, and intubation
- Inserted lines and drains such as PIVs, urine catheters, FCS, and NG/OG tubes.
- Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines to ensure quality of care standards were met or exceeded.
- Participated in daily rounds to discuss changes in patient status or treatment plans.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as intubation or central line placement.
- Facilitated communication between family members and healthcare providers regarding patient progress.
ICU RN
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Garland
Garland, TX
06.2016 - 02.2018
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments and progress towards goals.
- Provided specialized care for patients with complex medical needs.
- Able to care for intubated patients with multiple lines, tubes, and drains
- Able to administer, titrate, and maintain multiple drip medications at the same time
- Assisted with medical procedures such as insertion of chest tubes, central lines, and ET tubes
- Administered blood product infusions and assessed patient tolerance
- Inserted NG/OG tubes, PIV access, urine catheters, and FCS.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
ER/Critical Care PCT
Children’s Medical Center (Children’s Health)
Dallas, TX
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Obtained PIV access and blood collection on pediatric patients in the ER
- Perform splint application (temporary cast for orthopedic injuries)
- Performed bedside ECGs
- Responsible for running point of care urinalysis, hemoglobin, and glucose testing
- Assisted the RN and MD with minor procedures (i.e laceration repair, conscious sedation).
- Monitored behavior and safety of psych patients for long periods of time while in the emergency room.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Western Governor’s University
Dallas, TX03.2016
Associate of Art And Science -
Dallas College
Dallas, TX01.2013
Skills
- Geriatric Care
- Discharge Planning
- Compassion and Empathy
- Health Promotion
- Quality Improvement
- Basic Life Support
- Emergency Response
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Patient Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Care Planning
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Critical Care
- Data Collection
- Appointment Scheduling
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Health Care Consultation
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Tracheostomy Care
- Care Plan Development
- Procedure Preparations
- Patient Monitoring
- Cardiac Care
- Follow-Up Calls
- Emotional Awareness
- Nursing Plan Development
- Or and ER Experience
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Medical Evaluation
- Inpatient and Outpatient Care
- Staff Supervision
- Team Coordination
- Wound Care
- Diabetes Management
- Unit Administration
- Intake and Discharge
- Coordinating Referrals
- Patient Assessments
- Family and Patient Support
- EMR Systems
- Emergency Procedures
- Complex Problem-Solving
- ELNEC Training (End-Of-Life-Care)
- SBAR Communication
- Patient Care Planning
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Medication and IV Administration
- Family Education
- Patient Counseling
- Trauma Recovery
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
Certification
2024, BLS CERTIFICATION
Custom
- I will continue my education and earn my post-graduate degree once accepted into the AGACNP program.
- I am seeking opportunities for leadership so I can shape nurses into being the best in their field.
Custom
- 2023 Awarded an EXCELLENCE ALWAYS distinction by my supervisor, director of quality, for “Leadership” when I established a “wedding” for a patient’s daughter inside her father’s ICU room before he passed away.
- 2023 Achieved the “Unit of Distinction Award” for our palliative care team’s outstanding work.
- 2022 Awarded an EXCELLENCE ALWAYS distinction after an employee recognized me for “Willingness” when I worked over-time to cover the department when our coordinator and our only other employee were out with COVID.
- 2022 Awarded an EXCELLENCE ALWAYS distinction after a patient’s family member recognized me for providing exceptional care above and beyond during their hospital stay.
- 2017 Named unit champion for CLABSI prevention in the medical ICU for my ability to train other nurses on proper sterile techniques.
- 2013 Named department Super User for the ER POC testing for my ability to train other staff in proper technique.
Custom
- Active parent volunteer at Amy Parks Elementary serving the staff and students.
- I assist with class parties and school activities such as Grandparents Week and book fairs at my child’s Pre-school and Elementary school.
Timeline
Palliative Care RN
Medical City of Plano (HCA Healthcare)
02.2020 - Current
ICU RN
Health Trust Workforce Solutions
01.2018 - 02.2020
ICU RN
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Garland
06.2016 - 02.2018
ER/Critical Care PCT
Children’s Medical Center (Children’s Health)
01.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Western Governor’s University
Associate of Art And Science -
Dallas College
2024, BLS CERTIFICATION
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