Ashlee Whitlow
Summary
Compassionate Registered nurse with seven years of experience with a focus in critical care nursing. Cross functional with experience in medical, surgical, neurological, and cardiovascular intensive care units. I am an organized, detail oriented, service focused professional as well as a dedicated member of a healthcare profession known for excellent clinical skills. I am proficient in handling emergent situations and works well under pressure.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Brookdale Hospital Medical Center: Level 1 Trauma Center. Surgical Trauma/Neuro Intensive Care Unit
04.2021 - Current
- Delivered high quality care to critically ill patients with complex diagnoses Including sepsis, post cardiac arrest, Myocardial infarction, Stroke, traumatic Brain Injury, Gunshot wounds, Stab wounds, assault, motor vehicle accidents, pulmonary embolism, renal failure, congestive heart failure, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
- Managed all facets of care pre and post surgical intervention, including monitoring and maintaining hemodynamic stability, dysthymia interpretation, administration and titration of vasoactive drugs, thrombolytic therapy, maintain and trouble shoot arterial lines, central lines, and chest tube managent.
- Collaborate and coordinate care with an interdisciplinary team to implement patient care strategies, drive positive outcomes, and enhance clinical operations
Registered Nurse
Advent Redmond Hospital: Level 2 Trauma Center. Intensive Care Unit
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Performed physical examinations of patients, analyzed medical histories, and coordinated with physicians to develop and implement treatment plans
- Provided support to physicians and surgeons by monitoring patient vital signs, preparing patients for surgery, and administering medication including vasoactive drugs and sedation.
- Delivered care to critically ill patients and maintained hemodynamic stability.
Registered Nurse
Northside Gwinnett Medical Center: Level 2 Trauma Center. Intensive Care Unit
04.2020 - 02.2021
- Charge nurse supervisor.
- Delivered care to critically ill patients within the Covid unit and communicated empathetically with family members on patient condition
- Deliver training to registered nurses on patient-centered care protocols, Covid-19 safety regulations, and communication best practices to ensure quality healthcare services
- Collaborated with physicians and registered nurses to develop individualized care plans for patients in accordance with emotional, cultural, and physical needs
Registered Nurse
Atlanta Medical Center: Level 1 Trauma Center. Neuro Intensive Care Unit
12.2017 - 02.2021
- Provide enhanced care to critically ill patients with a wide variety of Neurological conditions and disorders.
- Provided pre and post care to patients requiring neuro surgical intervention.
- Monitored and mantained care for patients with invasive Neuroligical monitoring devices including continuous EEG, External ventricular drainage system, and cranial bolts.
- Provided education and support to families regarding diagnosis, treatment plan, and prognosis.
- Continuously monitored and interpreted neurological data such as Intracranial pressure, and cerebral perfusion pressure.
- Administered and titrated medications specific to neurological disorders such as Benzodiazipines, Osomitic fluids, sedatives for pain management, and drugs to maintain intracranial pressure.
- Collaborated with Neurologists and Neurosurgeons to provide comprehensive care to patients.
Registered Nurse
Grady Memorial Hospital: Level 1 Trauma center. Surgical/Trauma Intensive Care Unit.
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Provide pre and post care to surgical patients.
- Delivered high quality care to critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Monitored and maintained CRRT machine for renal failure patients.
Registered Nurse
Augusta University Medical Center: Level 1 Trauma Center. Neuro Intensive Care Unit
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Provided comprehensive care for a variety of patients with neurological disorders including stroke, and traumatic brain injury.
- managed patients post craniotomy.
- Monitored and maintained patients with mechanical ventilators, continuous EEG monitoring, external ventricular drainage devices, ICP monitoring and cranial bolts.
- Administered and maintained sedation, and vasoactive drugs,.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Georgia State Univeristy
Atlanta Georgia 05-2017
Associate degree - Nursing
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville Georgia12-2013
Skills
- Proficient with titrating, vasoactive, drugs, analgesia, and neuromuscular blockade medications
- Proficient with massive transfusion protocol
- Proficient with the management of ventilated patients
- Proficient with ICP monitoring, ABG interpretation
- Proficient with continuous renal replacement therapy
- Effective in continuous ECG monitoring, arrhythmia recognition and intervention and 12 lead EKG interpretation
- Proficient in management of pre-and postoperative patients with multiple medical diagnoses and emergencies
Affiliations
American Nurses assocition
Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association May 2024
Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association May 2024
National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) American Academy of CME May 2024
Trauma Care After Resuscitation TCAR Education program January 2024
Pediatric Advanced Life Support American Heart Association April 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Advent Redmond Hospital: Level 2 Trauma Center. Intensive Care Unit
03.2022 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
Brookdale Hospital Medical Center: Level 1 Trauma Center. Surgical Trauma/Neuro Intensive Care Unit
04.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Northside Gwinnett Medical Center: Level 2 Trauma Center. Intensive Care Unit
04.2020 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse
Grady Memorial Hospital: Level 1 Trauma center. Surgical/Trauma Intensive Care Unit.
10.2019 - 10.2020
Registered Nurse
Augusta University Medical Center: Level 1 Trauma Center. Neuro Intensive Care Unit
04.2019 - 07.2019
Registered Nurse
Atlanta Medical Center: Level 1 Trauma Center. Neuro Intensive Care Unit
12.2017 - 02.2021
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Georgia State Univeristy
Associate degree - Nursing
Gwinnett Technical College
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