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Ashley Lancaster

Jacksonville,IL

Summary


Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse RNII

Illinois School for the Visually Impaired
01.2021 - Current
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety and comfort.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Jacksonville Memorial Hospital (Passavant)
10.2008 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses for optimal recovery outcomes.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment protocols.
  • Educated patients and families on post-operative care, promoting adherence to recovery guidelines.
  • Charge Nurse while having a team. floor holds 21
  • Managed caseload of (4-7) patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.

Lincensed Practical Nurse

Passavant OB/GYN Office
07.2013 - 03.2016
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Assisted with procedures, specimens, and imaging

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL
12-2015

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Lincoln Land Community College
Jacksonville, IL
08-2012

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Holistic care
  • Communication with all fellow staff

Accomplishments

Charge Nurse Role

  • Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
  • Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.

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* BLS

* Heartsaver /First AID

  • Perinatal Care - Assisted physicians in focus studies in prenatal care.Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
  • Green Belt - Discharges timely manner
  • Supervised team of 2-6 staff members.

Awards

Employee of the month

Nursing Excellence Awards (2)

Guardian Angel Award

Daisy Award


Timeline

Registered Nurse RNII

Illinois School for the Visually Impaired
01.2021 - Current

Lincensed Practical Nurse

Passavant OB/GYN Office
07.2013 - 03.2016

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Jacksonville Memorial Hospital (Passavant)
10.2008 - Current

Associate of Science - Nursing

Lincoln Land Community College

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Lincoln Land Community College

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