Ashlie Brooke Gragg
Demorest,USA
Summary
Dedicated licensed practical nurse with over 10 years of experience delivering patient-centered care in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Field Nurse
Amedisys Home Health
Demorest, GA
12.2023 - Current
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through coordinated care efforts.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and health maintenance strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare providers promptly.
- Documented patient progress and interventions accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
LPN
Northeast Georgia Medical Center/ IMC Cognitive Health
Gainesville, GA
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Worked in team based nursing
- Provided hands on care to patients on intermediate level
- Monitored critical medication drips
- Provided kind and compassionate care
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting system
- Used nursing skills daily such as placing IVs, catheters, gathering specimens, and wound care
- Administering medications and explaining medications and side effects
- Knowledge of restraints
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Habersham Medical/ Habersham Home
Demorest, GA
09.2018 - 11.2022
- Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for elderly patients and caregivers.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 30 patients daily.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Managed staff and staffing needs.
- Gave support to fellow staff members.
- Provided education to patients, families and staff.
Detox Nurse- LPN
Mount Sinai Wellness Center
Dahlonega, GA
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Demonstrated ability to advocate for and strive to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Assessed evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Cared for patients in 110-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Knowledge CIWA and COWS assessments
- Knowledge of rehabilitation medications such as sublocade and vivitrol infections.
- Knowledge of signs and symptoms of acute withdrawal
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Oaks At Scenic View
Baldwin, GA
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Offered quality nursing care to residents to promote rights, dignity and freedom of choice.
- Supplied incontinent care, ambulation, range of motion, communication and other wellness needs to support bodily functions and meet physical therapy goals.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Material Handler
Kelly Services
Cornelia, GA
07.2014 - 05.2016
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Emptied aisles of debris, cleaned floors and rearranged inventory to provide tidy and obstacle-free warehouse floor.
- Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
- Developed strong relationships with coworkers and managers.
Personal Care Assistant
The Oaks At Scenic View, Assisted Living
Baldwin, GA
07.2011 - 11.2013
- Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching and strength building.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor's appointments.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Personal Care Assistant
Mi Casa, INC
Gainesville, GA
04.2010 - 12.2011
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Kept household areas clean and well-stocked, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
Lead Cashier
Kmart
Cornelia, GA
06.2009 - 04.2011
- Maintained stock within optimal levels to meet expected customer and sales levels.
- Built effective training and coaching strategies to optimize team performance.
- Reviewed and resolved differences between accounting information and cash drawer.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
- Educated employees on all job tasks, including register use, merchandising and customer service.
- Oversaw weekly and seasonal merchandising and signage changes to promote specific products.
- Resolved escalated customer disputes with special actions such as discounts.
- Performed store opening, closing and shift change actions, including completing accurate shift change logs, to keep operations efficient and current.
- Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
North Georgia Technical College
Clarkesville, GA07-2018
Certificate - Health Care Assisting
North Georgia Technical College
Clarkesville, GA08-2012
Skills
- Championed initiatives aimed at improving patient advocacy and overall healthcare satisfaction
- Designed and executed educational programs to enhance learning experiences in various settings
- Designed and applied detailed treatment plans aimed at optimizing patient recovery outcomes
- Facilitated patient support in daily living activities within long-term care environments Championed rehabilitation initiatives through motivational assistance and direction Partnered with healthcare professionals to refine and optimize patient care strategies
- Guided collaborative dialogues on healthcare ethics aimed at improving patient care standards
- Managed nursing team activities to ensure optimal patient care standards
- Managed the oversight of patient vital signs recording to maintain high standards of health assessment accuracy
- Managed postoperative care protocols to enhance patient comfort and support recovery processes
- Delivered patient-centered care through thorough needs assessments and effective treatment plan execution
- Performed detailed assessments of patients to ascertain health conditions and recommend appropriate treatment options
- Developed and implemented medication administration protocols to maintain regulatory compliance and enhance patient safety
- Oversaw implementation of infection control protocols to foster a secure environment Facilitated staff training on hygiene practices to mitigate infection risks Evaluated adherence to health regulations to ensure safety standards were met
- Led care management initiatives aimed at improving patient health and satisfaction
- Facilitated emotional well-being for individuals navigating personal difficulties
- Managed patient care protocols to ensure optimal service quality and patient satisfaction
- Directed oversight of clinical documentation to uphold adherence to regulatory standards
- Managed intravenous therapy protocols to support optimal patient hydration and facilitate timely medication administration
- Led comprehensive planning and organizational strategies aimed at optimizing operational workflows
- Enhanced understanding of dementia-related conditions and care strategies to improve patient outcomes
- Managed comprehensive support services for patients to optimize insulin therapy and improve health outcomes
- Developed and executed specimen testing protocols to uphold diagnostic precision
- Developed and implemented crisis intervention strategies to enhance situational stability during high-stress incidents
- Engaged with individuals empathetically to enhance relationship-building efforts
- Led initiatives to develop team-building events that strengthened collaboration and communication among team members Guided colleagues in meeting project objectives through effective teamwork and task sharing Cultivated a positive team culture by advocating for inclusivity and active participation in group activities
- Exhibited strong leadership qualities and relentless dedication to fostering a culture of excellence
- Monitored compliance with HIPAA standards to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality
- Tracked and logged vital signs to maintain patient stability and safety
- Provided holistic patient care focused on ensuring comfort and promoting overall well-being
- Administered medications according to established protocols to guarantee patient safety and adherence to guidelines
- Oversaw wound care processes by applying dressings and monitoring patient healing Led initiatives to maintain a sterile and safe environment for effective wound treatment Partnered with nursing staff to facilitate prompt care for patients with wounds
- Administered empathetic support to enhance overall patient comfort and satisfaction
- Oversaw care for elderly individuals by facilitating daily living activities to improve quality of life Fostered emotional connections to support mental wellness Partnered with healthcare teams to address and fulfill patient requirements efficiently
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Welle (Nappi) training
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Licensed Practical Nurse license number #LPN096924
- Established 12/11/2018 status: active
Timeline
LPN Field Nurse
Amedisys Home Health
12.2023 - Current
LPN
Northeast Georgia Medical Center/ IMC Cognitive Health
12.2022 - 12.2023
Detox Nurse- LPN
Mount Sinai Wellness Center
06.2020 - 12.2021
Charge Licensed Practical Nurse
Habersham Medical/ Habersham Home
09.2018 - 11.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Oaks At Scenic View
07.2016 - 01.2017
Material Handler
Kelly Services
07.2014 - 05.2016
Personal Care Assistant
The Oaks At Scenic View, Assisted Living
07.2011 - 11.2013
Personal Care Assistant
Mi Casa, INC
04.2010 - 12.2011
Lead Cashier
Kmart
06.2009 - 04.2011
Diploma - Practical Nursing
North Georgia Technical College
Certificate - Health Care Assisting
North Georgia Technical College