Mary Ashlie Fields
Columbia,SC
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in providing high-quality patient care and ensuring compliance with clinical standards. Committed to fostering collaborative environment and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable team player with strong adaptability and excellent communication skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Cooperative Health
06.2022 - Current
- May travel to multiple locations within Cooperative Health to render care under the direction of the Charge Nurse at the assigned location.
- Patient assessment to include: collecting a comprehensive medical history, medication reconciliation, as well as performing telephone and in-person triage, as needed.
- Check patient’s vital signs and history as well as drawing blood, give vaccinations, and give other health-related testing, as needed.
- Use good judgment in making independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent patient care information to assure patient rights are protected.
- Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, etc. to keep abreast of current changes in the healthcare field.
- Work with the Charge Nurse at assigned location to ensure that the department is maintained in a clean and safe manner for employees and patients by assuring necessary equipment and supplies are maintained to perform such duties/service.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Agency Correctional Nurse
Medfirst Staffing Agency
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided emergency care to inmates by responding promptly to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff and inmates by adhering to institutional policies regarding contraband control, safety measures, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each inmate.
- Prevented potential health crises by conducting thorough screenings during intake processes for new inmates.
- Delivered compassionate nursing care while maintaining professional boundaries and upholding ethical standards within the prison setting.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining a clean and organized work environment in accordance with established protocols.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Child Abuse LPN/ Tele-presenter
Prisma Health
04.2019 - 12.2021
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Perform pediatric blood draws; assist providers with vaginal, rectal, and oral swabs to rule out and sexual transmitted diseases
- Scribe/ document finds on children from possible abuse.
- Telehealth: Triage pediatric patients; perform physical assessments while using Vydio (telecommunication technology) for providers to see assessment via computer.
Staff Nurse
Palmetto Health USC Medical Group
06.2017 - 04.2019
- Provide comprehensive wellness examinations for adults and pediatrics
- Administer immunizations and vaccinations
- Refer patients to other providers for specialized treatment
- Treat a wide range of medical issues
- Assist with gynecological examinations
- Assist with variety of sterilization procedures
- Provide information and techniques to help patients control their own health choices
- Caring for the patient as a whole, including mental and emotional concerns.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Travel Nurse
Prime Time Healthcare
10.2016 - 12.2017
- Full time staff nurse at a long-term care facility. Worked as a charge nurse and med nurse. As charge nurse: Supervisory of CNAs and med tech or med nurse on evening shift. Wound care, Tracheostomy care, and Peg tube care, etc. As med nurse: Passing of meds to all residents on special care unit, long term care, hospice, skilled, and rehab units, etc.
- Delivered high-quality patient care during emergency situations, remaining calm under pressure and effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
- Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
- Demonstrated adaptability in rapidly adjusting to changing unit assignments, consistently maintaining high-quality care delivery across various clinical settings.
- Maintained excellent time management skills during periods of high patient turnover while consistently delivering compassionate and patient-centered care.
- Expedited treatment times with medication administration, and wound dressing changes.
- Supported continuity of care by efficiently managing handoffs between shifts, ensuring seamless transitions for both staff members and patients alike.
- Expedited discharge processes through efficient coordination with healthcare professionals and community resources.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment to prioritize urgent situations and effectively triage patients in need of immediate attention.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment and technology to monitor vital signs, deliver treatments, and support patient comfort.
- Proactively identified opportunities for improvement within the workplace environment using evidence-based practice principles.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical and emotional needs, developing tailored care plans accordingly.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
LPN Float Staff Nurse
Genesis HealthCare
09.2015 - 10.2016
- Worked as a floater nurse in a physician's office. Job duties were required to travel to each office wherever needed.
- Worked as Safecare nurse which required the nurse to update annual physicals, mammograms, colonoscopies, schedule appointment with provider and schedule next appointment for lab work.
- Worked as a floor nurse with providers reviewing medications, going over any issues the patient may have, preparing labs for provider.
- Calling in prescriptions for patients.
- Triaged patients as they come in for their appointments.
- Worked in foot clinic by trimming toenails and making sure the feet are properly taken care of, etc.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Infectious Disease Nurse LPN
HopeHealth
05.2011 - 12.2014
- Triage patients, review medications making sure patients have enough refills and have been taking the correct regimen. Educate new patients about their diagnosis, medications, and lab work. May draw blood at times and schedule patient next appointment
- Actively participated in infection control committees, advocating for best practices and sharing expertise with colleagues across disciplines.
- Enhanced patient outcomes through early detection and treatment of infectious diseases in high-risk populations.
- Educated patients and families about infection prevention measures, fostering a safer environment for recovery.
- Developed targeted interventions for reducing hospital-acquired infections, contributing to overall improvement in quality metrics.
- Streamlined the communication process, ensuring timely updates to physicians on patients'' progress and response to treatments.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients presenting with symptoms suggestive of infectious diseases, enabling prompt diagnosis and initiation of appropriate treatments.
- Reduced infection rates by implementing strict hygiene protocols and monitoring adherence among staff.
- Optimized patient flow by efficiently triaging cases and prioritizing those requiring immediate attention from Infectious Disease specialists.
- Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
- Continuously maintained proper safety and took precautionary measures to avoid spread of disease and infection.
- Coordinated successfully and with full compliance to prevent infections according to facility and Joint Commission standards.
Charge Nurse-LPN
Medford Nursing Center
09.2010 - 05.2011
- Recording the patient’s history. Taking vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and weight.
- Basic wound care including cleaning and bandaging injured areas. Giving injections of medications. Providing immunizations.
- Documenting information into computer systems.
- Ensuring patients and families understand release instructions. Providing oversight to Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP).
- Monitoring fluid/food intake and output. Moving patients safely.
- Observing patient reactions to medications.
- Observing patient mental health status. Providing emotional support.
- Assisting with daily needs such as bathing and dressing. Observing of patients for skin breakdown
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Education
Lpn -
Marion County School of Practical Nursing
01.2010
Skills
- HIV/ AIDS (3 years)
- Detention center and State Prison nurse
- Triage
- Hospice Care
- Medical Office Experience
- Venipuncture
- Critical Care Experience
- Hospice and palliative care
- Rehabilitation nursing
- HIPAA protocol adherence
- Pediatric nursing
- Documentation
- Decision-making
- Compassionate and caring
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Patient Care
- Prior Authorizations for meds and referrals
- Telecommunication
- Laboratory Experience
- Experience Administering Injections
- Vital Signs
- Patient education
- Patient safety
- Direct patient care
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Infection control measures
- Care planning
- Medication administration
- Patient management
- Family education
- Specimen collection
- Disease prevention
- Case management
- Skill development
- Tracheostomy care
- Vaccine administration
- Ethical practice
- Health promotion
- Geriatric nursing
- Home health care
- Clinical judgment
- Patient counseling
- Community health
- Intake and discharge
- Newborn care
- Diabetes management
- Hospice care
- Chronic disease management
- EMR / EHR
Certification
- BLS Certification
- LPN
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Cooperative Health
06.2022 - Current
Agency Correctional Nurse
Medfirst Staffing Agency
12.2021 - 04.2022
Child Abuse LPN/ Tele-presenter
Prisma Health
04.2019 - 12.2021
Staff Nurse
Palmetto Health USC Medical Group
06.2017 - 04.2019
Travel Nurse
Prime Time Healthcare
10.2016 - 12.2017
LPN Float Staff Nurse
Genesis HealthCare
09.2015 - 10.2016
Infectious Disease Nurse LPN
HopeHealth
05.2011 - 12.2014
Charge Nurse-LPN
Medford Nursing Center
09.2010 - 05.2011
Lpn -
Marion County School of Practical Nursing
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