Ashley Biser
Oakland
Summary
Dedicated LPN with strong experience in patient care and surgical assistance. Focused on enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration within healthcare teams. Skilled in maintaining sterile environments and implementing infection control practices to ensure patient safety.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed practical nurse
Garrett Regional Medical Center
Oakland
03.2024 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications to patients during shifts. and monitored patient reactions continuously.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Assisted in wound care and maintained patient hygiene standards.
- Educated patients and families on health management and procedures.
- Recorded patient vital signs and documented changes accurately.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment following hospital protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assisted patients with daily hygiene tasks to promote comfort. with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Responded to patient calls to identify and resolve issues., identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
Surgical Technologist
Garrett Regional Medical Center
Oakland
04.2018 - Current
- Assisted surgeons during operations by providing necessary tools and supplies.
- Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
- Maintained sterile environments by following infection control protocols.
- Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
- Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at the end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside the patient.
- Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout the operation.
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
- Arranged surgical equipment, tools, and supplies according to surgeons' preference cards in preparation for procedures.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure efficient workflow in the operating room.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
- Educated new staff on operating room protocols and safety measures.
- Implemented best practices to enhance efficiency during surgical procedures.
- Provided support services such as stocking supplies in OR rooms or restocking carts between cases.
- Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields.
- Inspected instruments post-operatively for proper function or damage before returning them to stock room.
- Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
- Operated or monitored lights, machines or equipment to support proper operation.
- Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
- Verified correct identification of the patient prior to any operation or procedure.
- Operated or monitored lights, machines or equipment to support proper operation.
GNA/CNA
Dennett Road Manor Nursing Home
Oakland
04.2007 - 03.2017
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to residents and families.
- Helped maintain a clean and safe environment for all residents.
- Engaged residents in recreational activities to promote social interaction.
- Trained new staff on proper caregiving techniques and protocols.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior.
- Utilized proper body mechanics when performing patient lifts or transfers.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, feeding and dressing.
- Helped maintain a safe environment by following established protocols.
- Reported any unusual observations or changes in patient conditions to appropriate medical staff members.
- Monitored fluid intake, output levels and reported changes to RNs, MDs.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices while providing care to patients.
- Assessed the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of patients.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained and cleaned according to guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care activities.
- Assisted with patient transfers, ambulation and mobility.
- Educated patients on safety measures and fall prevention techniques.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to infection control policies.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Managed patient bedpans by supplying, collecting, and emptying them regularly to ensure hygiene. on frequent basis.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of resident rooms by following established protocols. of resident rooms and common areas.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Transported residents within the facility.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with walking to promote mobility and independence. with or without self-help devices.
- Utilized mobility devices to assist patients in moving safely within the facility. to transport patients.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Provided residents with drinking water to ensure proper hydration throughout the day. and nourishment to residents.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Mineral County Vocational Technical School of Nurs
Keyser, WV12-2010
High School Diploma -
Southern Garrett High School
Oakland, MD06-2006
RN - Nursing
Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD07-2026
Skills
- Licensed practical nurse
- Patient care
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Catheter care
- Infection control
- Infection prevention practices
- Patient safety protocols
- Emergency response
- Surgical assistance
- Charting and recording
- Patient education
- Clinical judgment
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Verbal communication
- Pain management
- HIPAA protocols
Timeline
Licensed practical nurse
Garrett Regional Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Garrett Regional Medical Center
04.2018 - Current
GNA/CNA
Dennett Road Manor Nursing Home
04.2007 - 03.2017
LPN - Nursing
Mineral County Vocational Technical School of Nurs
High School Diploma -
Southern Garrett High School
RN - Nursing
Allegany College of Maryland