Diana Ashley
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong emphasis on patient care and clinical skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting to changing situations with ease. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining positive, supportive environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Lincoln Technical Institute
07.2024 - Current
- Assessed competency levels among nursing students, identifying areas of improvement for targeted interventions.
- Established a supportive learning environment by providing guidance and mentorship to nursing students.
- Served as a subject matter expert in clinical practice areas, offering specialized instruction to enhance skill sets among nursing students.
- Improved patient safety by designing and conducting simulation exercises that strengthened nurses'' critical thinking skills.
- Maintained compliance with accreditation standards by updating curriculum materials in accordance with industry best practices.
- Consistently received positive feedback from both students and colleagues, reflecting a commitment to excellence in teaching.
- Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
- Created training materials and implemented instructional strategies to track student progress, ascertain skills and development and perform staff assessments.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Virtua Memorial Hospital
11.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Virtua Marlton Hospital
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Substitute School Nurse
Cherry Hill School District
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Enhanced student health and well-being by conducting thorough assessments and providing appropriate interventions.
- Improved attendance rates by working closely with parents to address ongoing health issues impacting their child''s ability to attend school regularly.
- Streamlined medication administration processes at schools under my supervision, ensuring accurate documentation and reduced risk of errors.
- Reduced the spread of infectious diseases by implementing effective infection control measures within the school setting.
Registered Nurse
Cherry Hill OB/GYN
09.2008 - 05.2017
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Rutgers University
Camden, NJ06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA06-2016
Skills
- Clinical expertise
- Medication and IV administration
- Pre-and Post-operative care
- Triage assessment
- Clinical instruction
- Professionalism and ethics
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) - National Council of State Boards of Nursing-Compact License.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS)
- State of New Jersey School Nurse Certification
Timeline
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Lincoln Technical Institute
07.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Virtua Marlton Hospital
06.2022 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Virtua Memorial Hospital
11.2016 - Current
Substitute School Nurse
Cherry Hill School District
09.2016 - 05.2017
Registered Nurse
Cherry Hill OB/GYN
09.2008 - 05.2017
- Registered Nurse (RN) - National Council of State Boards of Nursing-Compact License.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS)
- State of New Jersey School Nurse Certification
Master of Science - Nursing
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Thomas Jefferson University
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