Ashley Ladner
Gulfport
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in patient assessment, medication administration, and infection control. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective clinical documentation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital
Gulfport
09.2021 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
- Documented patient progress and care procedures accurately in electronic health records.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations effectively.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital protocols and best practices.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging situations.
Director of Nursing
Memorial Driftwood Nursing Center
Gulfport
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Oversaw daily operations of nursing department, including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses regarding adverse events during shifts.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff and recommended improvements when necessary.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to address patient care issues and develop solutions.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations on nurse-to-patient ratios and safety guidelines.
Weekend Nursing Supervisor
Pass Christian Health and Rehab
Pass Christian
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Supervised nursing staff on weekends to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Coordinated timely patient admissions and discharges to enhance operational flow.
- Provided wound care treatments according to physician orders.
- Facilitated communication among shifts regarding patient status updates and treatment plans.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Plaza Community Living Center
Pascagoula
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Assisted director of nursing with daily operations within nursing department.
- Managed lab program to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Oversaw infection control program to mitigate risks and enhance safety.
- Led fall prevention program to reduce incidents within facility.
- Reviewed and investigated all incident reports for thorough documentation.
Director of Nursing
Sunplex Subacute Center
Ocean Springs
01.2013 - 12.2016
- Oversaw daily operations of nursing department, including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Managed patient assessments and care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured medication administration and safety protocols were strictly followed within the facility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and services.
- Fostered positive work environment through effective leadership and communication strategies.
- Assessed clinical staff competency to ensure quality, continuity, and safety in care delivery.
- Reviewed incident reports from nurses regarding adverse events occurring during shifts.
RN Supervisor
Sunplex Subacute Center
Ocean Springs
05.2012 - 12.2012
- Supervised nursing staff to enhance patient care quality and satisfaction.
- Managed wound care according to physician orders.
- Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and ensured timely documentation by nursing staff.
- Coordinated admissions and discharges to optimize patient flow and resource utilization.
- Developed onboarding materials and conducted training sessions to support new nurses' integration.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS12-2010
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic health records
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital
09.2021 - Current
Director of Nursing
Memorial Driftwood Nursing Center
03.2020 - 09.2021
Weekend Nursing Supervisor
Pass Christian Health and Rehab
08.2019 - 03.2020
Assistant Director of Nursing
Plaza Community Living Center
01.2017 - 03.2020
Director of Nursing
Sunplex Subacute Center
01.2013 - 12.2016
RN Supervisor
Sunplex Subacute Center
05.2012 - 12.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College