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Ashly M Arbuckle

Chaska,MN

Summary

Determined, results-driven professional focused on exceeding objectives and expectations seeking position as Patient Specialist. Collaborates professionally with individuals from a broad array of backgrounds and cultures. Offers advanced training and knowledge of neurological illnesses and conditions while excelling at identifying client needs and concerns to improve engagement strategies and overall service.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Allina Health
Minneapolis, MN
10.2016 - Current
  • Delivered top-notch care to highly acute, critically ill patients requiring complex treatment in 30-bed Neuro/Medical/Surgical ICU-bed unit, 34-bed CV-ICU, and 50-bed Emergency Department supporting fellow nurses and physicians in delivering outstanding treatment to patients at Minnesota's leading Neurology and Neurosurgery hospital holding Magnet accreditation and Comprehensive Stroke Certification.
  • Utilized strong clinical aptitude to administer appropriate care to average of 30 patients daily in Emergency Department at 1:3 patient ratio in ED, 1:2 ratio in ICU, 1:6 ratio on Med/Surg floors. 98% of time spent in ICU.
  • Administered nursing care to patients; including assessments, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient's care plan in coordination with physician.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication with patients and caregivers to provide education in easy-to-understand terms.

Paramedical Examiner- Independent Contractor

APPS Paramedical
Duluth, MN
10.2015 - 05.2016
  • Independently followed up with clients to schedule medical evaluation and interview to perform comprehensive health screening with average of 5-8 clients per shift in their private residence.
  • Interviewed customers to record medical history and lifestyle information.
  • Performed and documented vitals such as blood pressure, heart rate, height, weight, blood/urine collection.
  • Prepared specimens following safety and biohazard handling procedures. Packaged and shipped samples to laboratory for processing.

Laboratory Assistant

Ridgeview Medical Center
Waconia, MN
09.2014 - 05.2015
  • Prepared samples and assisted laboratory personnel in performing qualitative and quantitative analysis using analytical instruments, techniques, and methods.
  • Performed 12-lead EKG tests on patients after confirming physician's order and alerted proper personnel when abnormalities were identified. Avg 15-20 patients/day.
  • Collected blood samples using butterfly & straight needles. Avg 30-50 patients/day.

Automations Collections Specialist II

Memorial Blood Centers
St. Paul, MN
05.2012 - 03.2014
  • Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors and obtaining medical histories, and vital signs.
  • Performed various blood product collection procedures (plasma, platelet, double red cells, whole blood).
  • Rate of unsuccessful draw rate < 1%.
  • Received highest positive donor survey responses 5 months running.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The College of Saint Scholastica
Duluth, MN
08.2016

Bachelor of Science - Community Psychology

St. Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN
05.2012

Skills

  • Management of External Ventricular Drains (EVD's)
  • Intracranial Pressure Monitoring (ICP)
  • EEG Monitoring
  • TPA Administration and Monitoring
  • Student Precepting
  • Therapeutic Response
  • Electronic Charting and HIPAA compliance
  • Building Rapport and Credibility
  • Active Listening and Critical Thinking
  • Needs Assessment
  • Quality Improvement Activities & Project Implementation
  • Adaptable and Flexible

Certification

Basic Life Support | Advanced Cardiac Life Support | Pediatric Advanced Life Support | Trauma Nurse Core Course | Public Health Nurse | Certified botox and dermal fillers injectionist

Additional Information

Participated in CAUTI committee to discuss policies, propose revisions and implement changes to improve patient outcomes. With an average of 85% in reduction of catheter associated infections in Neuro ICU.

Timeline

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Allina Health
10.2016 - Current

Paramedical Examiner- Independent Contractor

APPS Paramedical
10.2015 - 05.2016

Laboratory Assistant

Ridgeview Medical Center
09.2014 - 05.2015

Automations Collections Specialist II

Memorial Blood Centers
05.2012 - 03.2014

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The College of Saint Scholastica

Bachelor of Science - Community Psychology

St. Cloud State University

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