Ashley L. Simpson
Christiansted,VI
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse recognized for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency care, and pain management. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to high-stress environments, and the ability to work effectively in team settings. Excel in providing exceptional patient care through empathy, patience, and active listening. Collaborates with the patient and family to offer theory-based nursing care, and coordinates care delivery with members of the interdisciplinary team.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, LDRP/ MOTHER BABY
Juan F Luis Hospital
Christiansted, VI
12.2022 - Current
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Evaluated lab results for abnormal values related to pregnancy complications or fetal anomalies.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Assessed newborns for health issues such as jaundice, low blood sugar levels, and congenital abnormalities.
- Ensured safe transition from hospital to home by providing comprehensive discharge teaching and follow up instructions for mother-baby dyads.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Developed patient-centered plans of care based on assessment findings and individualized needs of the mother-baby dyad.
- Provided emotional support to new mothers regarding breastfeeding difficulties or other concerns.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Educated families about potential risks associated with preterm births or multiples deliveries.
- Managed labor pain through non-pharmacological methods such as relaxation exercises and massage therapy.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, colleagues and other healthcare personnel.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Instructed parents in infant care techniques such as diapering, bathing, feeding, and swaddling.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Assisted physicians during deliveries, including vaginal and cesarean sections.
- Promoted patient safety through implementation of fall prevention strategies.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by obstetricians.
- Monitored fetal heartbeat and length and strength of contractions to guide labor.
- Monitored post-operative recovery of patients following cesarean sections or vaginal deliveries.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences during labor and delivery.
- Administered IV fluids and medications to manage labor pain and support labor progression.
- Prepared delivery rooms with necessary equipment and supplies.
- Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records and charts.
Medical Assistant
Juan Luis Hospital
Christiansted, VI
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before they were depleted.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Medical Assistant & Front Office Clerk
Plessen Urgent Care
St. Croix, USVI
06.2020 - 02.2022
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
Nursing Student
Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical Center
St. Croix, USVI
02.2018 - 04.2021
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs and monitored telemetry.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures.
- Adhered to infection and safety protocols while collaborating and communicating patient status to nurses and other members of interdisciplinary care team.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
Office Assistant
Hamm Eckard LLP
St. Croix, USVI
07.2015 - 04.2019
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine and special requirements.
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
- Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical Center/VIDOL
St. Croix, USVI
06.2013 - 08.2013
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Provided basic care to NICU patients such as newborn baths, feedings, transporting patients to mom and back to nursery
- Also observed RN provide care and administer medication.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Virgin Islands
St. Croix, USVICertificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Career And Technical Education Center
St.Croix, USVISkills
- Medical Office Administration
- Monitoring patient progress
- Diagnostic equipment expertise
- Preventive health
- Collecting vitals
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Infection control
- Patient education
- Labor pain management
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Fetal monitoring
- Care planning
- Medication safety
- Time management
- Quality assurance
- Maintaining privacy
- Physical assessments
- Newborn education
- Seizure management
- Patient Check-ins
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- EMR / EHR
Certification
BLS/CPR CERTIFIED
Timeline
Registered Nurse, LDRP/ MOTHER BABY
Juan F Luis Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Juan Luis Hospital
03.2022 - 12.2022
Medical Assistant & Front Office Clerk
Plessen Urgent Care
06.2020 - 02.2022
Nursing Student
Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical Center
02.2018 - 04.2021
Office Assistant
Hamm Eckard LLP
07.2015 - 04.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical Center/VIDOL
06.2013 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Virgin Islands
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Career And Technical Education Center
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