ASHLEY RUSSELL
Albemarle,North Carolina
Summary
Ambitious Registered Nurse, friendly, dependable, and punctual worker. Team oriented in order to provide the best patient care possible. Committed to providing equal care and support to all patients in order to improve quality of life, while maintaining patient safety and confidentiality.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Department of Adult Corrections
10.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to healthcare team.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
Staff RN
Presbyterian Medical Center - Novant Health Hematology/Oncology/GI/GU
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Monitored immunocompromised patients on a high acuity med/onc unit while enforcing neutropenic/bleeding/chemo precautions
- Completed detailed patient intakes, including documenting patient histories and current vitals
- Administered prescribed medications/blood products and monitored patients for side effects and adverse reactions
- Monitored patients closely to spot problems and reported serious concerns to treating physicians for timely interventions
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
Barista/Cashier/Waitress
Glory Beans
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee, food items, and other consignment items
- Operated cash register to process customer payments
- Handled inventory such as ordering supplies, stocking products, and conducting inventory checks
- Utilized upselling techniques to promote specialty drinks and food items
- Created promotional displays for advertising specials at cafe
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations such as proper food handling and cleanliness
Lash Tech
Lash Lounge
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Performed lash extensions, classic and volume sets, as well as lash lifts/perms/tints and brow tint
- Followed strict hygiene standards while performing treatments
- Ensured all products were within expiration date and properly stored away from light/heat
- Educated clients on aftercare in order to preserve natural lash health and longevity of service
- Took before and after photos in order to document results
- Built strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service
- Provided followup calls and emails after treatment to ensure client satisfaction
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Stanly Community College
Locust05.2023
Cosmetology Program - undefined
Aveda Arts and Sciences Institute
Charlotte, NC02.2019
Skills
- Monitoring patients physiologic health by taking vitals, performing head-to-toe assessments, assessing for pain, maintaining/recording strict intake and output, and safely administering medications/blood products
- Monitoring patients psychological health by using therapeutic communication to form trusting relationships
- AHA Adult Mental Health First Aid
- Medication and IV administration
- Compassion and empathy
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting & Charge Nurse experience
- Mental health nursing
Certification
- Stanly Community College (Locust, NC) - Associates Degree in Nursing (05/2023-Current)
- Aveda Arts and Sciences Institute (Charlotte, NC) - Licensed Cosmetologist (02/2019-Current)
- Certified in Botulinum Toxin & Dermal Filler Administration (Atlanta, GA) - July 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Department of Adult Corrections
10.2024 - Current
Staff RN
Presbyterian Medical Center - Novant Health Hematology/Oncology/GI/GU
08.2023 - 07.2024
Barista/Cashier/Waitress
Glory Beans
06.2020 - 10.2021
Lash Tech
Lash Lounge
06.2019 - 05.2020
Cosmetology Program - undefined
Aveda Arts and Sciences Institute
Associates Degree - Nursing
Stanly Community College