Ashley Weatherford

I helped with finding geriatric patients placement into independent living, assisted living, memory care, or skilled facilities.

I took all intake calls for potential clients

I helped find the right fit for our clients and their families that provided a safe environment.

• Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
• Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
• Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
• Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
• Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.

• Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized nursing plans.
• Utilized critical-thinking skills to accurately triage patients based on acuity levels, prioritizing interventions accordingly.
• Conducted in-service training sessions for staff on new policies, procedures, and clinical best practices to ensure compliance and consistent quality of care.
• Educated patients about their conditions, medications, treatments, and self-care strategies to foster understanding and compliance with care plans.
• Improved patient satisfaction scores through effective communication, empathy, and active listening skills.
• Implemented evidence-based practices to reduce the risk of infections in high-risk patients.
• Delegated tasks appropriately among nursing team members according to their skill level while overseeing overall responsibility for patient care.
• Advocated for patients'' rights and needs within a multidisciplinary healthcare team setting.