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Work History
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Ashley Waguespack

Raceland,LA

Summary

To obtain a position with a reputable organization where my medical, professional, social and practical experience will be fully utilized. My objective is to obtain a position to expand my experience as a registered nurse. It is extremely important to me to be valued as a great nurse, not only by management but by my coworkers as well. I am a hardworking, independent employee who would be an excellent candidate for a nursing position with your company

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Ochsner St. Anne
10.2022 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual 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.

Registered Nurse

Thibodaux Regional Hospital
11.2016 - 10.2022
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Telemedicine RN

Elyan Hunt Correctional Center
11.2014 - 11.2016
  • Scheduled appointment for 12 different specialty clinics. Assisted Physicians during daily Telemed appointments. Coordinated care between UMCNO Physicians and onsite Physicians. Received Wardens award of Excellence

Nurse Manager, Charge Nurse

Metropolitan Kidney Services (LaPlace Dialysis)
07.2013 - 11.2014
  • Managed care for 40 Dialysis patients. Supervised 5 staff members when working as Nurse Manager. As Charge Nurse worked directly with nurse manager to run day to day operations at clinic. Worked with Physician, social worker and dietician to plan for patients care and discuss any patient concerns. Kept clinic up to date with all Medicare and State laws.

Director of Nursing in Training

The Oaks of Houma
11.2012 - 02.2013
  • Worked directly under current DON to learn all aspects of managing nursing home facility with 115 residents. Worked daily with the Administrator, marketing, admission, social services and nursing departments. Performed weekly and daily reports, scheduling, hiring of new employees

Field Nurse

Superior Home Health
02.2009 - 10.2012
  • Managed care for home health patients, established relationships with patients, families. Reported to physicians with any problems or concerns relating to patient care.

Emergency room staff and Charge Nurse

St. James Parish Hospital
01.2007 - 02.2009

Staff Nurse

Baton Rouge General
01.2005 - 01.2007

EMT-B

Acadian ambulance Service
08.1997 - 08.2003

Education

Associates of Science - Nursing

Our Lady of the Lake College
Baton Rouge, La
01.2005

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic - undefined

Jumonville Tech College
01.1996

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Ochsner St. Anne
10.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse

Thibodaux Regional Hospital
11.2016 - 10.2022

Telemedicine RN

Elyan Hunt Correctional Center
11.2014 - 11.2016

Nurse Manager, Charge Nurse

Metropolitan Kidney Services (LaPlace Dialysis)
07.2013 - 11.2014

Director of Nursing in Training

The Oaks of Houma
11.2012 - 02.2013

Field Nurse

Superior Home Health
02.2009 - 10.2012

Emergency room staff and Charge Nurse

St. James Parish Hospital
01.2007 - 02.2009

Staff Nurse

Baton Rouge General
01.2005 - 01.2007

EMT-B

Acadian ambulance Service
08.1997 - 08.2003

Associates of Science - Nursing

Our Lady of the Lake College

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic - undefined

Jumonville Tech College
Ashley Waguespack