Ashley Pitts
Ponchatoula,LA
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse
Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care
Mandeville, LA
03.2023 - Current
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Delivered respectful, compassionate care to each patient and family member.
- Guided patients' loved ones and caregivers in pain management, wound care and medication dosing.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Performed in-depth reviews to check compliance with applicable laws, policies and regulations.
- Assessed contracts and medical information to make eligibility determinations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment options.
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
Covington, LA
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Quality Control Manager
A&D Percision Plastics
Hammond, Louisiana
03.2014 - 04.2022
- Gathered data on dimensions and performance characteristics of production items through testing procedures, performing statistical analysis on test results.
- Compared properties and dimensions of completed production items to project specifications, verifying fulfillment of expectations and sufficiency for sale.
- Reviewed current standards and policies.
- Kept records of quality reports and statistical reviews.
- Inspected, removed and replaced malfunctioning equipment and tools to minimize workflow disruptions.
- Compiled data on quality issues and vulnerabilities and reported findings with suggestions for improvement.
- Managed supplier key performance indicators and checked materials for compliance with specifications.
- Decided which products were defective and which ones were right.
- Trained and developed employees in effort to contribute to overall professional growth.
Nurse Technician
Franciscan Missionaries Of Our Lady Health System
Baton Rouge, LA
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
- Provided support with bathing, toileting, grooming and washing.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores.
- Assisted patients during ambulation and moved from one place to another by pushing wheelchairs.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Nutritional Counselor
Aspen Medical Weight Loss
Covington, LA
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Performed full nutritional assessments.
- Evaluated unique nutrient and energy requirements for each patient based on BMI, lifestyle and individual medical issues.
- Guided individuals in food selection, preparation or menu planning based upon nutritional needs.
- Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.
- Notified registered dietician of individuals identified as high-risk.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Carey University
Baton Rouge, LA02.2022
High School Diploma -
Hammond High Magnet School
Hammond, LA2013
Skills
- Medical Screening
- Patient Monitoring
- Clear Patient Communication
- Patient Care Assessment
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Equipment Sterilization
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Medication Administration
- Patient Examination
- Accurate Documentation
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Critical Care
- SBAR Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Medication and IV Administration
Certification
- Register Nurse License #207526
References
- Mrs. Brandi Putnam MHA, RN-BSN, Instructor of Nursing (225) 803-4934
- Mrs. Stella Miller RN-BSN, Lakeview Charge Nurse/Preceptor: (504) 473-0121
- Mrs. Paloma Mendoza, RN-BSN Mentor/Preceptor: (504) 982-4108
- Dr. Nicole Robert, PhD, RN-BSN, CNE, Associate Professor of Nursing: (337) 764-3668
- Mr. Dane Kinchen, A&D Percision Plastics President: (985) 551-0915
- Ms. Jacklyn Aiello, RN-BSN, Peer/ Coworker: (337) 967-3051
- Mrs. Casey Merchant, RN, Compassus Hospice DCS: (985) 639-8000
Timeline
Hospice Admissions Registered Nurse
Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
03.2022 - 03.2024
Nurse Technician
Franciscan Missionaries Of Our Lady Health System
07.2020 - 03.2022
Nutritional Counselor
Aspen Medical Weight Loss
01.2018 - 01.2019
Quality Control Manager
A&D Percision Plastics
03.2014 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Carey University
High School Diploma -
Hammond High Magnet School