ASHLI GILES
Lake Nebagamon
Summary
Experienced and dedicated registered nurse with a proven track record in the ICU. Driven to provide exceptional patient care by employing effective education and intervention techniques. Demonstrates strong critical thinking abilities and communicates effectively to ensure optimal outcomes. Utilizes extensive medical knowledge to effectively manage complex conditions. Possesses excellent problem-solving skills, a strong desire for continuous learning, and an enthusiastic approach to taking on new challenges.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Essentia Health
02.2019 - Current
- Monitor critically ill patients, including ventilator settings, vital signs, and sedation levels, adjusting accordingly within scope of practice
- Provide specialized care for post-operative open-heart surgery patients, including those requiring ECMO
- Manage complex medical equipment such as intra-aortic balloon pumps, CRRT, Impellas, Swan-Ganz catheters, and EV1000 monitoring
- Care for critically ill cardiac patients, including those in cardiogenic shock and STEMI cases, managing arterial and venous access sites
- Assist physicians with central line and arterial line placements, chest tubes, tracheostomies, and pericardial drains
- Serve as charge nurse, resource nurse, and hospital-wide code responder
- 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.
Registered Nurse
Essentia Health
05.2017 - 02.2019
- Managed the care of acutely ill patients with multiple comorbidities
- Initiated and titrated various medication drips and facilitated patient transfers to higher levels of care when needed
- Served as charge nurse and preceptor for students and new nurses
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and advocated for patient and family-centered care
- Performed frequent, complex patient assessments and applied critical thinking to ensure patient safety
Registered Nurse
St. Luke's
06.2016 - 04.2017
- Led a team managing 6-12 patients in collaboration with LPNs and CNAs
- Administered medications, performed nursing assessments, and developed care plans
- Monitored patients undergoing a variety of treatments, adjusting care based on responses
- Managed thrombolytic and insulin drips, performed bedside peritoneal dialysis, and initiated IV therapy
Nurse Technician
Middle River Health and Rehabilitation
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Administered medications and treatments for 20-30 residents
- Assessed resident conditions and reported changes to the RN supervisor
- Supervised and delegated tasks to CNAs
- Provided wound care and participated in the development and evaluation of patient care plans
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The College of St. Scholastica
Duluth, MN05.2016
Skills
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making abilities
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Proficient in managing advanced life support equipment
- Effective communication and leadership in high-stress environments
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - Minnesota and Wisconsin.
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Essentia Health
02.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Essentia Health
05.2017 - 02.2019
Registered Nurse
St. Luke's
06.2016 - 04.2017
Nurse Technician
Middle River Health and Rehabilitation
01.2016 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The College of St. Scholastica
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