Ashley McIntosh
HCA Florida Brandon Hospital
Valrico
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience
Dedicated Registered Nurse with 10+ years of experience in high-acuity cardiac care. Led initiatives in patient throughput, mentored new nurses, and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to staff development and effective communication in fast-paced environments. Seeking to apply clinical expertise and leadership skills as a Progressive Care Unit Nurse Manager.
Work History
Registered Nurse, PCU Float Pool
3 Years 3 Months- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to high-acuity patients across multiple units, enhancing patient outcomes through adaptability to varying populations and clinical environments.
- Acted as a charge nurse and preceptor for new nurses and staff, promoting teamwork and adherence to best practices.
Registered Nurse, Discharge lounge
3 Years 3 Months- Assisted in the successful opening and implementation of a new hospital Discharge Unit, contributing to workflow development and efficient patient throughput.
- Provided comprehensive patient and family education regarding medications, follow-up appointments, wound care, and disease management to reduce readmissions.
- Supported initiatives to improve patient flow, increase bed availability, and enhance overall hospital operational efficiency.
Registered Nurse, Travel Contract
6 Months- St. Joseph’s Hospital- PCU (Oct 2022-April 2023)
- Delivered comprehensive care to acutely ill patients, ensuring safety during continuous cardiac monitoring.
- Administered and titrated cardiac medications to effectively manage patient conditions.
Registered Nurse, PCU
1 Year 9 Months- Delivered comprehensive care for acutely ill patients, including post-operative open-heart (CABG and valve replacement) patients, ensuring safety through continuous cardiac monitoring.
- Safely administered and titrated high-alert intravenous medications, including vasopressors, insulin infusions, antiarrhythmics, and other critical drips.
- Precepted newly hired nurses and nursing students, providing clinical education, mentorship, and support to promote competency and confidence in patient care.
Registered Nurse, Telemetry
1 Year 10 Months- Delivered comprehensive patient care through nursing process: assessment, planning, intervention, implementation.
- Administered and titrated cardiac medications per hospital protocols to optimize patient outcomes.
- Mentored and precepted newly hired nurses and nursing students, enhancing their clinical skills and confidence.
Registered Nurse, Telemetry
1 Year- Delivered patient care on seven-bed unit, focusing on fall prevention for at-risk patients.
- Administered patient care through nursing process: assessing, planning, intervening, and implementing tailored care plans.
Registered Nurse, Medical PCU
2 Years 9 Months- Managed six-patient telemetry assignment, delivering evidence-based nursing care to optimize patient outcomes.
- Mentored and precepted newly hired nurses and nursing students, enhancing their clinical skills and confidence.
- Served as expert trainer for Meditech EBCD, successfully training hospital staff and improving system proficiency.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
Bachelors of Science - Psychology
Skills
Excellent clinical skills
Telemetry & Cardiac Monitoring
Assessment and decision-making
Patient Safety & Quality Improvement
Electronic medical records (Meditech
Cerner
and EPIC)
Time Management
Certification
- Registered Nurse: Florida Board of Nursing: Multistate License #9413378
- BLS & ACLS certified
- NIHSS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PCU Float Pool
HCA Florida Brandon Hospital
05.2023 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse, Discharge lounge
HCA Florida Brandon Hospital
05.2023 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse, Travel Contract
AYA Healthcare
10.2022 - 04.2023Read More
Registered Nurse, PCU
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
12.2020 - 09.2022Read More
Registered Nurse, Telemetry
Jupiter Medical Center
01.2019 - 11.2020Read More
Registered Nurse, Telemetry
Palms West Hospital, HCA
06.2018 - 06.2019Read More
Registered Nurse, Medical PCU
Brandon Regional Hospital, HCA
09.2015 - 06.2018Read More
Radford University
Bachelors of Science from Psychology
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Virginia Western Community College
Associate in Applied Science from Nursing
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Western Governors University
Bachelors of Science from Nursing
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