Ashlee Martin
Mechanicsville
Summary
With a robust background in nursing, highlighted by a tenure at Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center, I excel in patient assessments and delivering compassionate care. My expertise spans with the operating room and labor and delivery, complemented by a proven ability to mentor new staff. Achievements include enhancing patient satisfaction and safety in high-acuity settings.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
05.2008 - Current
- Labor and Delivery Unit Nurse from May 2008-October 2011. Provided care to laboring patients, pre-term patients and post partum patients and babies
- Learned to scrub and circulate during c-sections.
- Main Operating Room October 2011-current
- Can preform duties of a circulator/scrub nurse, cardiac nurse, general OR and ambulatory nurse settings.
- Began to learn charge nursing role in 2013 to current to provide adequate care of doctors, staff and patients to run a 10 bed OR.
- Held CNOR status from 2015-2020
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
United Surgical Associates
07.2016 - 11.2020
- Supported a culture of excellence within the operating room by actively participating in ongoing professional development, training sessions, and peer evaluations.
- Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience within the operating room setting.
- Reduced surgical complications through thorough patient assessment and timely communication with the surgical team.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently following preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care protocols.
- Was in a scrub nurse setting providing care to orthopedic, general, pediatric and pain specialist patients
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
CJW Medical Center
08.2010 - 01.2013
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
Nursing Assistant
Lynchburg General Hospital
08.2007 - 05.2008
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Provided care during dialysis process with nurses assistance on unit.
Nursing Assistant
Sheltering Arms Physical Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2006 - 05.2008
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, blood drawing and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Pharmacy Technician
Ukrops Supermarkets
07.2005 - 12.2006
- Answered incoming phone calls.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Filled prescriptions and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Lynchburg
Lynchburg, VA05-2008
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Labor and Delivery Background
- Main OR/Cardiac Surgery/ASU background
- Scrub/Circulating experience
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
United Surgical Associates
07.2016 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
CJW Medical Center
08.2010 - 01.2013
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
05.2008 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Lynchburg General Hospital
08.2007 - 05.2008
Nursing Assistant
Sheltering Arms Physical Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2006 - 05.2008
Pharmacy Technician
Ukrops Supermarkets
07.2005 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Lynchburg
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