Ashley Payne, RN

Email: abo23o@r.postjobfree.com

Address:

City: Forest City

State: NC

Zip: 28043

Country: USA

Phone: 828-***-****

Skill Level: Any

Salary Range:

Primary Skills/Experience:

Registered Nurse with 8 years experience in health care and patient oriented care. Skilled in providing Adult & Pediatric home health care, Geriatric Care in Nursing facilities, MDS Coordinator and Wound Care experience, Cardiac experience with telemetry certification, Stroke Baylor Nurse with telemetry certification, and a plethora of managerial experiences within 8 years of nursing.

Educational Background:

High School Dipolma from RS Central High School, Rutherfordton NC 1/2001 to 5/2000 (High School Diploma)

High School Dipolma from Isothermal Community College, Rutherfordton NC 1/2001 to 10/2012

Job History / Details:

Professional Summary

Registered Nurse with 8 years experience in health care and patient oriented care. Skilled in providing Adult & Pediatric home health care, Geriatric Care in Nursing facilities, MDS Coordinator and Wound Care experience, Cardiac experience with telemetry certification, Stroke Baylor Nurse with telemetry certification, and a plethora of managerial experiences within 8 years of nursing.

Licenses

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2012-2014

CPR certified through American Heart Association

NC Nursing License- renewed September, 2012

Skill Highlights

Geriatric treatment

Pediatric nursing

Supervisory duties

Skilled cardiac care nurse

Problem resolution

Professional bedside manner

Patient positioning

Feeding assistance

Tracheotomy care

Foley catheter insertion/removal

Insulin medication assistance

Catheter insertion/removal

High level of autonomy

Organizational skills

Wound cleaning/care

Infection control standards

Body mechanics knowledge

Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines

Safe NG tube insertion and removal

Telemetry proficient

Ventilator proficient

Medication management for in home care clients

Medicaid assessments for CCME

Multiple experiences with management

Flow Sheet Charting

Acute and rehabilitative care

Patient and family advocacy

3 years of preceptor experience

Wound care

Medication administration expert

Skilled in conducting physical examinations

Neurology expert

Geriatric treatment knowledge

Broad medical terminology knowledge

Committed to compliance reporting

Culturally sensitive

Computerized charting specialist

Professional Experience

April 2012 to October 2012

Maxim Healtcare Asheville, NC

Pediatric/Adult Home Healthcare RN

Care of pediatric and adult clients with trach and vent care needs. Currently sub-contracted by Carolinas Center for Medical Excellence for Medicaid Assessments.

Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.

Ensured HIPAA compliance.

Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.

Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.

Documented patient information obtained from interviews.

Assisted patients with daily functions.

Monitored fluid intake and output levels.

January 2012 to March 2012

Willow Ridge Rehab Rutherfordton, NC

RN Unit Manager

Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.

Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.

Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.

Managed team of medical support personnel.

Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.

Ensured HIPAA compliance.

Responsible for primary care, case management and medication management.

Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.

Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.

Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease.

Actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.

Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.

Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.

Tested glucose and administered injections.

Maintained patient charts and confidential files.

June 2011 to January 2012

Bayada Nursing Hendersonville, NC

Adult Home Health Care RN

Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.

Ensured HIPAA compliance.

Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.

Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease.

Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.

Assisted patients with daily functions.

Monitored fluid intake and output levels.

Tested glucose and administered injections.

August 2008 to June 2011

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center Spartanburg, SC

Stroke Certified Baylor Charge Nurse

Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit.

Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.

Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.

Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.

Managed team of medical support personnel.

Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.

Ensured HIPAA compliance.

Ordered lab tests as ordered by physicians ie: x-rays, MRI, Ultrasound and EKG.

Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.

Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.

Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.

Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease.

Assisted doctors with bedside and non-invasive procedures.

Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.

Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.

Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.

Documented patient information obtained from interviews.

Tested glucose and administered injections.

Administered and initiated IV therapy, specific IV medication management through use of protocols, and performed Stroke assessments.

August 2007 to August 2008

Pardee Hospital Hendersonville, NC

Cardiac Registered Nurse

Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit.

Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.

Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.

Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.

Administered IV therapy, assisted with cardioversions, prepared patients for cardiac cath procedures, administered IV medication specific to Cardiac patients using protocols, and supervised staff and patient assignments as charge nurse in cardiac unit.

Ensured HIPAA compliance.

Ordered lab tests, x-rays, MRI, Ultrasound and EKG.

Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.

Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.

Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.

Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease.

Assisted doctors with bedside and non-invasive procedures.

Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.

Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.

Documented patient information obtained from interviews.

Tested glucose and administered injections.

Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.

Education and Training

2000 RS Central High School Rutherfordton, NC

High School Diploma High School Diploma

3.5 GPA

Graduated with Honors

2004 Isothermal Community College Spindale, NC

Associate Degree Nursing

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