ASHLEY STRICKLAND
Vinings,USA
Summary
Dynamic Trauma ICU Nurse with proven expertise at WellStar Kennestone Hospital, excelling in critical care nursing and patient assessment. Recognized for enhancing patient safety and quality metrics, while effectively mentoring new staff. Skilled in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and committed to delivering compassionate care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trauma ICU Nurse
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
Marietta, Georgia
09.2024 - Current
- Tracked patient conditions using advanced monitoring equipment.
- Implemented effective life-saving measures in emergency situations.
- Educated family members on injury and illness while offering emotional support during crises.
- Administered critical care to trauma patients in fast-paced environment.
Charge Nurse
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Marietta, GA
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Planned and coordinated daily operations for 24-bed Trauma Surgery unit.
- Managed patient safety, cost efficiency, and quality metrics to enhance service delivery.
- Optimized bed utilization by coordinating patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to streamline processes and establish care plans.
- Acted as Interim Assistant Nurse Manager, acquiring essential managerial skills and functions.
Registered Professional Nurse
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
Marietta, GA
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Ensured completion of daily tasks as relief charge and provided staff support as needed.
- Participated in Shared-Leadership Councils to drive creative innovation initiatives.
- Received Employee of the Month recognition for G5N in May 2022 and March 2023.
- Identified opportunities for improvement by analyzing patient fall data as Fall Champion for G5N unit.
- Trained and mentored new RNs, students, and LPNs on hospital policies and standards of care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercer University
Atlanta, GA12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Ecology
University of Georgia
Athens, GA05.2020
Skills
- Trauma management
- Critical Care Nursing
- Patient Assessment and Stabilization
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Problem solving
Certification
- TNCC, 2025
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 2024-Present
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, 2025 - Present
- Completed Wellstar’s Aspiring Leaders Program, 2024
Timeline
Trauma ICU Nurse
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
01.2023 - 08.2024
Registered Professional Nurse
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
02.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercer University
Bachelor of Science - Ecology
University of Georgia
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