Ashley Skiner
Schnecksville,PA
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
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
St. Luke's University Hospital
Bethlehem, PA
07.2022 - Current
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Patient Care Assistant
St. Luke's University Hospital
Bethlehem, PA
04.2020 - 07.2022
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Ensured proper nutrition by providing meals, snacks and fluids to patients as instructed by medical staff.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Observed safety precautions when handling hazardous materials such as linens, soiled dressings or infectious waste.
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and transferring patients.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Behavioral Health Technician
Person Directed Supports
Whitehall, PA
01.2015 - 04.2020
- Participated in treatment planning by helping to identify patients' problems, needs and strengths.
- Identified and addressed individual mental health challenges to support patients.
- Administered oral medications following physician's prescriptions and instructions.
- Documented behavioral incidents to keep accurate records.
- Provided crisis intervention services to patients in need.
- Cultivated relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
- Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
- Collaborated with client and clinician to develop and support goals and clinical treatment plan.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA05-2022
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA05-2019
High School Diploma -
Northern Lehigh High School
Slatington, PA06-2012
Skills
- Patient Management
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Healthcare Billing
- Data Collection
- Mobility Assistance
- Care Planning
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Chart Updating
- Medical Assessment
- Chronic Disease Management
- ADL Assistance
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Epic EHR Management
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Cardiac Care
- Patient Discharge
- Patient Assessment
- IV Setup
- Medication Distribution
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St. Luke's University Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
St. Luke's University Hospital
04.2020 - 07.2022
Behavioral Health Technician
Person Directed Supports
01.2015 - 04.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Lehigh Carbon Community College
High School Diploma -
Northern Lehigh High School