Ashley Holman
Santa Barbara
Summary
Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse at Cottage Health with experience in high-acuity care while working with the post-operative bariatric, surgical, and trauma populations. Charge nurse and preceptor with strong involvement in shared governance, throughput initiatives, and charge nurse collaborative. Known for delivering organized, efficient, and high-quality care in fast-paced environments with excellence, integrity, and compassion.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical Trauma Unit
Cottage Health
Santa Barbara, CA
02.2021 - Current
- Manages 5 high-acuity patients per shift in a fast-paced environment
- Utilizes the nursing process to deliver safe, organized, and efficient patient care
- Monitors telemetry and responds rapidly to changes in patient conditions
- Provides post-operative care for bariatric, surgical, and trauma patients while monitoring for complications
- Documents care accurately in compliance with regulatory standards while updating plan of care
- Collaborates with surgeons, residents, and interdisciplinary teams
- Educates patients and families on treatment plans and discharge readiness
Registered Nurse – Medical/Surgical Unit
Lompoc Valley Medical Center
Lompoc, CA
10.2019 - 02.2021
- Delivered care to 5 adult and pediatric patients in a high-volume unit across multiple medical and surgical specialties
- Developed strong prioritization, time management, and patient education skills
- Provided individualized care to the pediatric medical/surgical patient while communicating with family
- Managed the care of the bariatric surgery patient post operatively including monitoring for complications, initiating diet advancement, and education
- Analyzed patient data to identify trends, contributing to improved care strategies.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY05.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA05.2017
Associate Degree Liberal Arts - Biomedical Sciences
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA05.2013
Associate Degree Liberal Arts - Social Behavioral Sciences
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA05.2011
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Workflow Prioritization
- Patient & Family Education
- Delegation
- Promotes optimal team function
- Mentorship and Precepting
- Change Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Utilizes critical thinking to link practice to evidence based care
Certification
- California Registered Nurse License #95190306 Expiration: Jan 2027
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Expiration: Mar 2027
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Expiration: June 2025
- Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) Expiration: Sept 2028
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical Trauma Unit
Cottage Health
02.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse – Medical/Surgical Unit
Lompoc Valley Medical Center
10.2019 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wyoming
Associate of Science - Nursing
Santa Barbara City College
Associate Degree Liberal Arts - Biomedical Sciences
Santa Barbara City College
Associate Degree Liberal Arts - Social Behavioral Sciences
Santa Barbara City College
Leadership and Development Activities
- Primary Preceptor (07/2003 – Present)
- Charge Nurse (11/2023 – Present)
- Shared Governance Committee (12/2023 – Present)
- Capacity Management & Throughput Committee (05/2024 – Present)
- Mentorship Program (10/2025-Present)
- Charge Nurse Collaborative (01/2026 – Present)
- Presented 2025 Magnet Celebration Poster to the CQI Board (11/2025)
- Presented at the Department of Directors Meeting about unit's success with the 2026 Top Organizational goal of increasing percentage of discharges by 2 PM (03/2026)
- Completed Crucial Conversations training program (03/2026)