Tammy Ashcraft

Assess patient to determine appropriate for hospice services

Provide highest level of hospice care

Time management

On call services

Report to supervisor and coordinator care with all disciplines

• Evaluated patients'' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
• Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
• Conducted regular assessments of patients'' wounds to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.

• Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
• Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
• Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
• Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
• Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
• Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
• Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
• Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
• Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
• Developed strong relationships with community partners to facilitate continuity of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings.

• Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
• Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
• Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
• Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
• Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
• Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Coordinated with physicians on complex cases, ensuring seamless communication among healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
• Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.

• Collaborated with therapy departments to ensure accurate representation of patient needs within the MDS system.
• Participated in case conferences, providing insight into individual resident needs as determined through comprehensive assessment review.
• Promoted a culture of continuous learning among nursing staff by providing ongoing education on MDS best practices.
• Contributed to positive patient outcomes by identifying areas for improvement in care plans based on MDS data analysis.
• Maintained accurate medical records, ensuring proper reimbursement for services provided to patients.