ASHLYN FAIR
Madisonville
Summary
Resourceful Registered Nurse with over 4 years of experience caring for patients and working closely with other healthcare staff. Well-rounded individual skillful in providing emotional support to patients and families, performing various diagnostic tests and administering medication. In-depth knowledge of emergency care and nursing care techniques and methods.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Baptist Health Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
School Nurse
Hopkins County Health Department
10.2022 - 06.2024
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
- Evaluated students with health concerns or injuries to develop plan of care or provide reference to appropriate healthcare providers.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Documented observations of student behavior, complaints or physical symptoms.
- Administered and supervised administration of prescription medication to students.
- Communicated with students about feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Applied sound decision-making process to school nursing practice.
- Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
- Conducted immunization programs and sight and hearing testing.
- Reported pertinent information to authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect or abuse.
Emergency Room Nurse Extern
Baptist Health Medical Center
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention.
- Performed physical assessments in alignment with individual treatment plans.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens for testing.
- Shadowed nursing staff to better understand care approaches and learn proper procedures.
- Communicated and interacted with patients to determine need for assistance or emotional and physical support.
- Obtained vital signs and checked blood glucose levels of assigned patients.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to devise treatment methods designed to reduce pain and discomfort.
- Transferred patients from room to x-ray or lab by wheelchair or bed.
Emergency Room Technician
Baptist Health Medical Center
11.2018 - 01.2021
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Coordinated with nurses to assess and prepare patients for tests and medical procedures.
- Took blood pressure measurements and reported to nurse or physician if above or below normal levels.
- Facilitated communication patients, visitors, nurses, physicians and other hospital personnel.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hopkinsville Community College
Hopkinsville, KY05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN06-2025
Skills
- Workflow and Patient Management
- Telemetry and Advanced Cardiac Care
- Patient Assessment and Care
- Electronic Health Records Management (EPIC)
- Patient rights advocacy
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
Timeline
School Nurse
Hopkins County Health Department
10.2022 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Baptist Health Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Emergency Room Nurse Extern
Baptist Health Medical Center
06.2021 - 06.2022
Emergency Room Technician
Baptist Health Medical Center
11.2018 - 01.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hopkinsville Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
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