Ashly Paulson
Maple Ridge,BC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Fraser Health Authority
10.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
REGISTERED NURSE
ASEER CENTRAL HOSPITAL
08.2015 - 07.2018
- Provided inpatient nursing care to patients on medical and surgical units
- Coordinated treatment with multidisciplinary healthcare team members to attain optimal health and continuity of care.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
REGISTERED NURSE
APOLLO SPECIALITY HOSPITAL
11.2012 - 06.2015
- Delivered acute and ambulatory nursing care for patients in Neuro, Oncology and Orthopedic departments
- Collaborated with other health care team members to plan post-treatment home care and prevent readmissions.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as liaison between healthcare team and loved ones.
Education
GRADUATE NURSE INTERNATIONAL ENTRY -
KWANTLEN POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
LANGLEY, BC12.2022
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -
ALVA'S COLLEGE OF NURSING
India10.2012
Skills
- Case Management
- Medical assessment
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Wound Care
Gnie Student Nursing Experience
Richmond Hospital, ACE Unit, 02/09/22 - 03/31/22,
- Provided nursing care for 1-2 certified and uncertified clients with medical issues in each shift, with diagnoses including, but are not limited to congestive heart failure, pneumonia, atrial fibrillation, confusion and delirium, depression, bipolar disorder, diabetes, hypertension, and those with a history of suicide and violence.,
- Performed physical assessment for patients with different medical conditions.,
- Administered oral and parenteral medications.,
- Performed catheterization.,
- Utilized DARP style charting.
Chilliwack General Hospital, Surgical Unit, 05/24/22-06/28/22,
- Provided all nursing care for two acute surgical clients on a busy surgical unit.,
- Managed intravenous therapy, ostomies, continuous bladder irrigations, foley catheters, nasogastric tubes and surgical wound care and drains.,
- Assisted in care of central line catheters and blood transfusions., Utilized electronic documentation.
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification- 2021 to present.
- Code Blue Response (Online-VCH)
- Wound care curriculum
- SPECO curriculum
- Provincial Code Red-fire safety training (Acute and Long-term care facilities)
- WHIMS
- Violence prevention
- Infection prevention and control practices for direct/professional clinical care providers.
- Waste management basics learning module
- Provincial hand hygiene basics
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Fraser Health Authority
10.2023 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE
ASEER CENTRAL HOSPITAL
08.2015 - 07.2018
REGISTERED NURSE
APOLLO SPECIALITY HOSPITAL
11.2012 - 06.2015
GRADUATE NURSE INTERNATIONAL ENTRY -
KWANTLEN POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -
ALVA'S COLLEGE OF NURSING
Similar Profiles
Parul MongaParul Monga
Home Support Scheduler at Fraser Health Authority Fraser East AreaHome Support Scheduler at Fraser Health Authority Fraser East Area
Cecilia LenahanCecilia Lenahan
Health Unit Coordinator at Fraser Health Authority, Vancouver Coastal HealthHealth Unit Coordinator at Fraser Health Authority, Vancouver Coastal Health
Gurwinder GrewalGurwinder Grewal
Community Support Worker at Fraser Health AuthorityCommunity Support Worker at Fraser Health Authority
Priya HasijaPriya Hasija
Administrative Assistant at Fraser Health AuthorityAdministrative Assistant at Fraser Health Authority
Miguel SalvadorMiguel Salvador
Retail Worker at Save-On-FoodsRetail Worker at Save-On-Foods