Ashley Reyna
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Nursing professional with extensive experience in postpartum care and patient education. Proficient in conducting physical assessments, coordinating discharge plans, and providing emotional support to families during recovery. Committed to fostering a safe and caring environment that prioritizes patient comfort and informed decision-making.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Acute Postpartum Nurse
Covenant Women & Children's Hostipal
Lubbock, Texas
08.2025 - Current
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Reported baby assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Provided overnight care for newborns allowing parents to rest without worry about their child's safety.
- Monitored babies' vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate; administered medications when needed.
- Assisted with postpartum recovery of mothers by helping them adjust physically and emotionally after childbirth.
- Provided parents with compassionate ear during moments of high anxiety and offered insight into care being administered.
Certified Nurse Technician
Covenant Medical Center
Lubbock, Texas
02.2021 - 12.2024
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Ophthalmologist Technician
TTUHSC Ophthalmologist Department
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
- Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Used Lensometer to measure and record lens power of existing prescriptive spectacles.
- Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
- Conducted tonometry testing to measure pressure inside patient's eye to determine presence of glaucoma
- Directed patients to exam rooms for initial evaluations and intake to aide physicians with carrying out efficient appointments.
Optometric Technician
Schneider Eyes
08.2009 - 08.2017
- Helped patients with selecting and ordering glasses or contact lenses to encourage informed decisions.
- Input patient information and exam findings into electronic medical records system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.
- Instructed patients on contact lens insertion and removal and lens care guidelines.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, monitored patient flow throughout office and properly communicated delays.
- Assisted with dilating patients or using eye medications when directed by optometrist.
- Conducted pretest procedures to gather data before exam and make eye appointments more efficient and productive.
- Assisted with insurance questions, eligibility, and prior authorizations of medications and glasses.
- Managed administrative duties with phone reception, appointment scheduling and payment processing.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
South Plains College
Levelland, TX12-2024
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
Lubbock, TX05-2005
Skills
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Compassionate Care
- Comfort care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Care
- Postpartum care
- Breastfeeding support
- Perineal care
- Newborn care
- Family education
Timeline
RN Acute Postpartum Nurse
Covenant Women & Children's Hostipal
08.2025 - Current
Certified Nurse Technician
Covenant Medical Center
02.2021 - 12.2024
Ophthalmologist Technician
TTUHSC Ophthalmologist Department
08.2017 - 02.2020
Optometric Technician
Schneider Eyes
08.2009 - 08.2017
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
South Plains College
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School