Ashley Siegle
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
As a compassionate Registered Nurse, I specialize in mental health and wellness, and behavioral health modification to ensure patient safety. As I continue to display respectful and professional communication and compassionate patient care, I have consistently developed trusting relationships with patients and their families. My experience with patient de-escalation and empathetic communication have significantly increased and enhanced patient care and satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Rivendell Behavioral Health Hospital
Bowling Green, KY
12.2016 - Current
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Student Nurse Apprentice
Medical Center Bowling Green
Bowling Green, KY
03.2015 - 01.2016
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and fostering positive relationships conducive to healing.
- Educated patients on coping strategies and self-help techniques to better manage their mental health symptoms.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during their mental health journey.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, and blood pressure.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Magnolia Village Senior Living
Bowling Green, KY
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, and blood pressure.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Southcentral Kentucky Community And Technical College
Glasgow02.2016
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient Management
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Physical assessments
- Licensed RN
- Taking vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Patient Discharge
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship Building
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- High level of autonomy
- ADL Assistance
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Emotional awareness
- HIPAA Education
- Administering immunizations
- Mental Health Nursing
- Appointment Scheduling
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Rivendell Behavioral Health Hospital
12.2016 - Current
Student Nurse Apprentice
Medical Center Bowling Green
03.2015 - 01.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Magnolia Village Senior Living
07.2013 - 07.2014
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Southcentral Kentucky Community And Technical College