Lynn Ashby
Sissonvile,WV
Summary
Adaptable RN with broad experience across CVOR, telemetry, med/surg, rehab, and charge nurse roles. Brings strong clinical judgment, documentation accuracy, and patient-centered care. Ready to support high-quality outcomes through dependable teamwork and precise clinical execution.
Overview
1
1
Certification
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lewis-Gale Medical Center
Salem, VA
10.2025 - Current
- Performed the first scrub role during CABG procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and assisting surgeons effectively.
- Circulate with vascular procedures - including TCAR, AKA/BKA, carotid, vascular bypass, varicose vein treatments, Triple A's
- Supported surgeons in complex cardiovascular procedures with prosthetic valve implantation and closure devices, enhancing procedural outcomes.
- Maintained sterile field during cardiovascular procedures.
- Collaborated with anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and care team members throughout surgery.
- Managed second scrub role independently during various surgical procedures, contributing to seamless operations.
- Supported preoperative cardiovascular assessments in an operating room setting.
- Completed preoperative evaluations for new patients before surgery, including physical exams and lab tests.
- Prepared sterile CVOR supplies for surgical cases.
- Managed instrument passing and suture handling for surgeons.
- Monitored inventory for CVOR supplies, including sutures, gowns, gloves, and drapes.
- Entered charges accurately in an electronic health record system.
- Assisted PA-RNFA with vein harvesting and vein preparation for procedures.
Internal Travel Team - Registered Nurse
Centra Health
Lynchburg, Virginia
01.2023 - 10.2025
- Coordinated Centra internal travel team operations, streamlining staffing needs and day-to-day workflow.
- Leveraged med/surg charge nurse, preceptor, hospice/palliative, cardiac/telemetry, and acute rehab skills across diverse patient care settings.
- Facilitated acute rehab assignments for post-stroke, CABG, and MVA patients, enhancing recovery of mobility and daily function within an interdisciplinary team.
Travel Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Charleston, WV
04.2020 - 01.2023
- Multiple assignments at different hospitals across West Virginia and Virginia focusing on Med/Surg acute care
- Unit specializations in Admission Overflow, Med/Surg, and Cardiac Telemetry
- Coordinated patient care and staff schedules to ensure optimal care delivery
- Trained and precepted new and experienced nurses, enhancing team capabilities across facilities
Registered Nurse - Weekend Nursing Supervisor
Meadowbrook Acres Nursing Center
Charleston, WV
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed admissions and discharges to ensure smooth patient flow and continuity of care
- Administered wound treatment and dressing changes to promote healing and reduce infection risk
- Verified patient consent to uphold legal and ethical standards in treatment
- Physician collaboration
- Medication delivery
- Performed blood draws for laboratory testing
- Staffing assignments
- Documentation audits
Registered Nurse
Thomas Memorial Hospital
South Charleston, WV
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Assisted with emergency department triage using acuity and clinical judgment.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies ordered by physicians.
- Administered medications to patients according to physician orders. and intravenous therapies per provider orders.
- Tracked vital signs and recorded assessments in electronic health records.
- Explained discharge instructions and follow-up care to patients and families, enhancing understanding and promoting recovery.
- Supported infection control protocols and maintained emergency department readiness, contributing to patient safety and operational efficiency.
Registered Nurse
Charleston Area Medical Center
Charleston, WV
06.2011 - 09.2018
- Admission Overflow Unit, June 2011–June 2013: Monitored vital signs, telemetry, and glucose levels, managed medication administration and pain control, and facilitated blood transfusions to ensure patient stability.
- Post-Cardiac Care Unit, June 2013–June 2015: Checked vital signs, monitored telemetry, removed vascular lines, supported post-catheterization care, and delivered medications.
- Gynecology Unit, June 2015–January 2018: Monitored vital signs and telemetry, administered medications and blood products, assisted in procedures, and performed IV line insertions and catheter management to support patient care.
- Clinical Documentation Specialist, January 2018–September 2018: Reviewed charts, supported billing and coding tasks, maintained clinical data, and handled physician inquiries.
CVOR Registered Nurse
Charleston Area Medical Center
Charleston, WV
06.1996 - 07.2011
- Assisted surgeons in complex cardiovascular surgeries, including prosthetic valve implantation and closure device placement, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Performed scrub duties during open heart surgeries, including aortic cannulation, saphenous vein harvest, and pacemaker placement.
- Delivered direct nursing care for cardiovascular patients per established policies and procedures.
- Assessed cardiovascular patients preoperatively in an operating room setting.
- Coordinated care with anesthesiology and surgical teams.
- Responded promptly to changes in patient status during procedures.
- Worked closely with anesthesiologists and perfusionists during surgical procedures.
- Maintained sterile field throughout cardiovascular operations.
- Facilitated instrument handling and suture management to enhance surgical efficiency.
- Prepared sterile CVOR supplies for surgical procedures.
- Monitored and maintained inventory levels for CVOR supplies, ensuring readiness for surgical procedures. for CVOR supplies, including sutures, gowns, gloves, and drapes.
- Recorded perioperative care in surgical charts.
- Partnered with physicians to support patient care according to standards.
Registered Nurse - Orthopedics
Charleston Area Medical Center
Charleston, WV
05.1994 - 06.1996
- Administered medications and monitored pain for post-surgical orthopedic patients.
- Managed wound care, dressings, and incision checks for orthopedic recovery.
- Facilitated mobility, transfers, and safe ambulation for patients recovering from joint procedures.
- Partnered with physical therapists to implement effective rehabilitation protocols for post-surgical recovery.
- Educated patients and families on discharge instructions and home recovery.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided, medications administered, test results.
- Coordinated nursing team efforts to maintain high standards of patient care and optimize workflow.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Board of Regents
West Virginia State University
Institute, WV05-2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Charleston
Charleston05-1994
High School Diploma -
Sissonville High School
Sissonville, WV06-1988
Skills
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Sterile field management
- Attention to detail
- Surgical collaboration
- Perioperative assessment
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- IV setup
- Catheter management
- Infection control measures
- Clinical documentation
- EMR systems
- OR and ER experience
- Critical thinking
- Care coordination
- Attention to detail
- Perioperative assessment
Certification
- ]RN - West Virginia Licensure Exp June 2028
- ACLS - American Heart Association Exp October 2027
- BLS - American Heart Association Exp September 2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lewis-Gale Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Internal Travel Team - Registered Nurse
Centra Health
01.2023 - 10.2025
Travel Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
04.2020 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse - Weekend Nursing Supervisor
Meadowbrook Acres Nursing Center
03.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
Thomas Memorial Hospital
09.2018 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse
Charleston Area Medical Center
06.2011 - 09.2018
CVOR Registered Nurse
Charleston Area Medical Center
06.1996 - 07.2011
Registered Nurse - Orthopedics
Charleston Area Medical Center
05.1994 - 06.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Board of Regents
West Virginia State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Charleston
High School Diploma -
Sissonville High School