Ashgan Ahmed
Fresno
Summary
Compassionate and highly skilled Registered Nurse with experience in high-acuity environments including Emergency and Pediatric Intensive Care settings. Proven ability to perform rapid patient assessments, manage critical situations, and deliver patient-centered care under pressure. Strong background in crisis intervention, interdisciplinary collaboration, and emergency response. Seeking a Crisis Response Nurse position to leverage clinical expertise and emotional intelligence in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Valley Children's Healthcare
08.2025 - Current
- Delivered rapid, high-quality care to patients in a fast-paced emergency setting
- Performed triage assessments, prioritizing care based on acuity
- Managed critical situations including trauma, cardiac events, and respiratory distress
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to stabilize patients
- Monitored patient status and responded to acute changes efficiently
- Managed ventilators and vasoactive drips on deteriorating patients in the emergency setting
Pediatric ICU Registered Nurse
Valley Children's Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
- Provided care for critically ill pediatric patients in a level 1 trauma 42-bed high-acuity unit
- Provided care for critically ill cardiac patients and managing patients on ECMO
- Managed ventilators, drips, and advanced monitoring equipment
- Participated in code blues and rapid response events
- Educated and supported families during high-stress and end-of-life situations
- Precepted new graduate nurses and supported clinical development
- Provided education on Trauma and Neuro patients; provided in-service on ICP monitoring using EVDs and Cerelink
Substitute Teacher
KCUSD
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Delivered engaging lessons aligned with curriculum standards, fostering student participation and understanding.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing classroom inclusivity.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment and minimize disruptions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Palm Village Retirement Community
09.2020 - 11.2020
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff in administering medications and monitoring vital signs for optimal patient health.
- Supported residents with personal hygiene tasks, promoting independence while maintaining safety standards.
Tutor
Reedley College
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Facilitated group study sessions to promote collaborative learning among students.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Implemented effective teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
National University
Fresno, CA02-2024
Associate of Science - Biology
Reedley College
Reedley, CA12-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Mathematics
Reedley College
Reedley, CA05-2020
Skills
- Rapid patient assessment & triage
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Emergency response & code management
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Ventilator management
- IV access & medication administration
- Trauma and critical care stabilization
- Sepsis recognition and management
- Patient safety & rapid prioritization
- Strong teamwork & leadership
- Patient advocacy
- Cultural competence
- Clear, concise handoff communication (SBAR)
Certification
AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support
AHA Basic Life Support
Public Health Nurse License
Languages
Arabic
American Sign Language
Timeline
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Valley Children's Healthcare
08.2025 - Current
Pediatric ICU Registered Nurse
Valley Children's Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
KCUSD
09.2022 - 01.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Palm Village Retirement Community
09.2020 - 11.2020
Tutor
Reedley College
08.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
National University
Associate of Science - Biology
Reedley College
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Mathematics
Reedley College