Ashley Peden
Madison,MS
Summary
Qualified Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience in hematology. Adept at critical care and management with training in patient education and hospital leadership. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills. Driven to build strong relationships with positive attitude. Organized and dependable. Experience collaborating with other healthcare professionals. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management, prioritization, and best treatment modalities. Keen learner with attention to detail. Friendly and empathetic.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hematology Nurse Practitioner
University of Mississippi Medical Center, Bone Marrow Transplant Unit
2014.05 - Current
- Developed and led nurse practitioner hospitalist bone marrow transplant service
- Trained new nurse practitioners on hematologic malignancies and management of patients
- Worked alongside attendings managing patient care in bone marrow transplant and hematology patients
- Coordinated care among providers and other disciplines
- Made recommendations to physicians for prescribing and management
- Made prescribing decisions as appropriate and practiced autonomy
- Provided patient education regarding their treatment and disease processes
- Acted as manager for inpatient bone marrow transplant nurse practitioners
Family Nurse Practitioner
Montgomery Family Clinic
2013.09 - 2014.05
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care
Staff Nurse
University of Mississippi Medical Center, Bone Marrow Transplant Unit
2009.05 - 2014.05
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients
- Administered chemotherapy and monitored for side effects
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives
Nurse Practitioner and Surgical First Assistant
Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center
2013.07 - 2013.09
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute orthopedic conditions
- Acted as surgical first assist to the attending in foot and ankle surgeries
Staff Nurse
Lakeland Vascular Access Clinic
2011.08 - 2013.05
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses before, during, and after outpatient procedure
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
Education
MSN - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
University of Mississippi Medical Center, University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, Mississippi2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, Mississippi 2009
Pre-Nursing -
University of Mississippi
University, Mississippi 2007
Pre-Nursing -
Northwest Community College
Oxford, Mississippi2007
Pre-Nursing -
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, Mississippi2006
Skills
Stem Cell Infusions
Chemotherapy
Malignant Hematology
Therapeutic Interventions and Prescribing Practices
Physician Collaboration
Critical Thinking and Clinical Knowledge
Patient Teaching
Patient Advocacy
Communication
Determination
Accomplishments
Elizabeth Ann Coleman Nurse Clinician Award
Sigma Theta Tau
Certification
Kymriah REMS certified CAR-T
AANP Family Nurse Practitioner
Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider
Oncology Nursing Society
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Basic Life Support
Additional Information
The Use of Swab Caps on Central Lines to Reduce Blood Stream Infections, Nursing Research, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, Jackson, Mississippi 2010
STARGLO, A phase 3 trial of a targeted treatment called glofitamab in combination with chemotherapy in people with relapsed or refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma,
University of Mississippi Medical Center. Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, Jackson, Mississippi 2022
DELTA FLY, A phase 3 trial of Radgocitabine for Refractory Acute Myeloid Leukemia,
University of Mississippi Medical Center. Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, Jackson, Mississippi 2022
Committees and Professional Memberships
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Sigma Theta Tau National Honor Society of Nursing
Oncology Nurses Society
Bone Marrow Transplant Unit Practice Council
Hospital Lead Nurse Practitioners Board
Timeline
Hematology Nurse Practitioner
University of Mississippi Medical Center, Bone Marrow Transplant Unit
2014.05 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Montgomery Family Clinic
2013.09 - 2014.05
Nurse Practitioner and Surgical First Assistant
Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center
2013.07 - 2013.09
Staff Nurse
Lakeland Vascular Access Clinic
2011.08 - 2013.05
Staff Nurse
University of Mississippi Medical Center, Bone Marrow Transplant Unit
2009.05 - 2014.05
MSN - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
University of Mississippi Medical Center, University of Mississippi Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Pre-Nursing -
University of Mississippi
Pre-Nursing -
Northwest Community College
Pre-Nursing -
Jones County Junior College
Kymriah REMS certified CAR-T
AANP Family Nurse Practitioner
Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider
Oncology Nursing Society
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Basic Life Support
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