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Ashley Mathews

Ashley Mathews

Martinsville

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate Nurse with extensive experience at Amergis Health Care, excelling in medication administration and wound care. Proven adaptability in high-pressure situations, enhancing patient satisfaction through personalized care and effective communication. Committed to continuous professional development, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and fostering teamwork within interdisciplinary teams.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse-travel

Amergis Health Care
02.2022 - Current
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Administered medications via oral and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
  • Gained experience in corrections, LTC, Physch and drug addictions.
  • Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.

Nurse- Study Coordinator

Labcorp
02.2021 - 02.2022
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.

  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
  • Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
  • Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.

Nurse

Elara Caring
09.2010 - 02.2021
  • Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
  • Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
  • Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
  • Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.

Education

LPN

Med Tech College
Indianapolis, IN
06.2008

Skills

  • Medication administration and IV care
  • Wound care expertise
  • Adaptability in high-pressure situations
  • Organizational skills
  • Disease process and management

Timeline

Nurse-travel

Amergis Health Care
02.2022 - Current

Nurse- Study Coordinator

Labcorp
02.2021 - 02.2022

Nurse

Elara Caring
09.2010 - 02.2021

LPN

Med Tech College
Ashley Mathews