Ashley Raponi
Interlaken,NY
Summary
Dynamic, seasoned and versatile Registered Nurse with extensive experience in Labor & Delivery, ICU and Interventional Radiology at Cayuga Medical Center. I am capable of making strong clinical judgments and using critical thinking even in the most emergent situations. I pride myself on my versatility and organized, efficient workflow. I am dependable in any situation big or small. I have proven to be highly successful at managing, prioritizing and delegating responsibilities. I am hard working, passionate and extremely motivated and I am always willing to take on added responsibilities for the sake of my teammates and patients. I truly believe in the power of positivity and a strong team environment with clear communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Cayuga Medical Center
2012.04 - Current
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Anticipated potential complications early in the labor process through vigilant assessment of both mother and fetus vital signs data.
- Assisted physicians in performing complex medical procedures, including cesarean sections and forceps deliveries.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the labor and delivery process.
- Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Cayuga Medical Center
2022.01 - 2022.08
- Cross trained in ICU x 8 months during COVID surge.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Administered medications accurately and effectively, preventing adverse reactions through careful monitoring of drug interactions.
- Fostered caring, compassionate and respectful care environment by treating every patient with professionalism.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Registered Nurse Interventional Radiology
Cayuga Medical Center
2017.10 - 2022.05
- Directly cared for patients before, during and after Interventional Radiology procedures.
- Completed pre procedure teaching with patients via phone the day befpre their procdures.
- Thoroughly assessed and monitored patients prior to procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Responsible for IV placement and blood draws.
- Administered Conscious Sedation or other analgesic medications during procedures.
- Streamlined workflow within the department by effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing urgent cases as needed.
- Maintained a sterile environment during procedures by adhering to strict infection control guidelines and protocols.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Completed follow up phone calls the day following procedures.
- Accessed PowerPorts and PICC lines for patients requiring IV contrast.
- Assisted all Radiology modalities in direct patient care.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
New York Presbyterian Cornell - Weill Center
2020.04 - 2020.05
- Traveled to NYC x 5 weeks during the peak of the COVID pandemic to work in COVID ICU's.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Effectively managed stressors associated with working in an intensive care setting while maintaining composure under pressure.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Finger Lakes Health College of Nursing
Geneva05.2011
Skills
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Electronic Fetal Heart Rate Interpretation
- Obstetric Emergency Response
- Newborn care
- Critical Thinking
- IV Insertion
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Medication and IV administration
- Attention to Detail
- Antepartum care
- Intrapartum Care
- Delegation and Motivation
- Postpartum Care
- Training staff
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Cayuga Medical Center
2022.01 - 2022.08
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
New York Presbyterian Cornell - Weill Center
2020.04 - 2020.05
Registered Nurse Interventional Radiology
Cayuga Medical Center
2017.10 - 2022.05
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Cayuga Medical Center
2012.04 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Finger Lakes Health College of Nursing
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