Ashley Wellner
Summary
With a robust background at Southeast Georgia Health System, I excel in clinical supervision and interdisciplinary collaboration, enhancing patient care through innovative quality improvement initiatives. My leadership in mentoring and policy compliance significantly boosts healthcare delivery, showcasing a commitment to excellence and a profound impact on patient outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Lead Nurse (Emergency Room)
Southeast Georgia Health System
Saint Mary’s , GA
02.2016 - Current
- Developed and implemented policies, procedures, standards of care and quality assurance processes for the clinical unit.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized plans of care in collaboration with other health team members.
- Provided direct patient care services including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, implementation and evaluation of outcomes.
- Mentored new staff members on nursing practice, policies and procedures.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate patient care activities.
- Monitored performance improvement initiatives related to the clinical unit's operations.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members or between patients and families and medical personnel.
- Reviewed medical records to ensure accuracy of documentation and appropriateness of treatments provided by nursing staff.
- Coordinated communication among physicians, nurses, allied health professionals and other departments to ensure continuity of care delivery.
- Served as a resource person for colleagues regarding evidence-based practices in nursing.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements such as OSHA standards.
- Conducted regular audits of medical records to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Facilitated orientation program for newly hired nurses in the clinical unit.
- Implemented strategies designed to improve customer satisfaction ratings from patients and families.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
- Administered medications and treatments to residents per doctors' orders or CRNP orders.
- Carried out comprehensive care focused on patient needs and meeting care goals.
- Observed and reported symptoms, reactions and progress of each patient.
- Initiated discharge planning based on admission assessments.
- Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Advocated for patient rights and ethical care practices, ensuring patient dignity was maintained.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and healthcare delivery.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient care and outcomes accurately.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care, IV therapy, and assistance with daily activities.
- Assessed patient pain levels, implementing appropriate pain management techniques.
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of diseases within the healthcare facility.
- Responded to medical emergencies, employing critical thinking and fast-paced decision-making skills.
- Supervised junior nursing staff and nursing students, providing mentorship and guidance.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain clinical competency and stay updated on healthcare advancements.
- Managed the administration of blood and blood products, observing patients for adverse reactions.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
- Coordinated services between multiple departments to keep procedures and testing on track.
- Resolved staffing issues by recruiting and hiring top-level talent.
- Coached and mentored other caregivers to facilitate professional growth and development.
- Maintained departmental policies, procedures or infection control standards.
- Directed or supervised nursing care staff in provision of patient therapy.
Registered Nurse
Macclenny Nursing & Rehab Center
Macclenny, Florida
10.2015 - 12.2016
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Registered Nurse
South Georgia Medical Center
Valdosta, Georgia
05.2015 - 07.2015
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Centers of America
Hilliard, Florida
06.2007 - 08.2013
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South Georgia State College
Waycross, Ga 08.2026 -
Associate of Applied Science -
South Georgia State College
Waycross, Ga 08.2025 - 05.2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Georgia State College
Waycross, Ga 08.2013 - 05.2015
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Staff Development
- Clinical Supervision
- Medical Documentation
- Patient Examination
- Call triage
- Patient testing
- Treatment coordination
- Diagnostic Assessment
- Family Education
- Cultural competence
- Pediatric Care
- Employee Evaluation
- Nurse training
- Clinical judgment
- Team Supervision
- Phlebotomy
- Infection Control
- Quality Assurance
- Vital Signs Documentation
- Medication Administration
- Geriatric Care
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Health Promotion
- End of life care
- Care Coordination
- Procedure improvement
- Care Planning
- Intake and discharge
- Resource Utilization
- Patient Relations
- Clinical assessment
- Healthcare technology
- Team Management
- Quality Improvement
- Ventilator care
- Critical Care Nursing
- Policy and procedure compliance
- HIPAA protocol adherence
- Seizure Management
- Nursing staff leadership
- Workflow and Patient Management
- Referral Generation
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certification
- Emergency Care
- Healthcare ethics
- Catheter maintenance
- Licensed RN
- Nasogastric tube insertion
- Diabetes management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Mental health care
- Student training
- Palliative Care
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South Georgia State College
08.2026 -
Associate of Applied Science -
South Georgia State College
08.2025 - 05.2026
Clinical Lead Nurse (Emergency Room)
Southeast Georgia Health System
02.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse
Macclenny Nursing & Rehab Center
10.2015 - 12.2016
Registered Nurse
South Georgia Medical Center
05.2015 - 07.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Georgia State College
08.2013 - 05.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Centers of America
06.2007 - 08.2013