Ashley Vaughn
Belvidere
Summary
Experienced nursing leader specializing in evidence-based practice and team collaboration. Improved patient care quality through strategic initiatives while mentoring nursing staff and fostering positive work environments. Seeking Nurse Educator role in OB to enhance educational outcomes at OSF Healthcare.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inpatient Nursing Manager, NICU
Mercy Health Hospital
Rockford
05.2024 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff, enhancing patient care quality and safety.
- Managed staffing levels to meet operational needs and budget requirements.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall quality of care.
- Coordinated performance improvement activities within the nursing department.
- Identified improvement areas within unit and department, developing actionable plans to address them.
- Resolved conflicts within nursing team, fostering a positive work environment.
- Assisted in developing annual operating budgets for the nursing department.
Staff Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Mercy Health Hospital
Rockford
06.2010 - 05.2024
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers within the unit.
- Trained new nurses on best practices and hospital policies to enhance onboarding experience.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control measures rigorously.
- Conducted patient assessments to determine health status and needs accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop and implement care plans for patients.
- Precepted new nurses by orienting to unit policies, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development.
- Transported patients between facilities while ensuring safety and comfort.
Mom Baby Nurse
Rockford Memorial Hospital
Rockford
06.2007 - 06.2010
- Assisted in the initiation of breastfeeding and supported lactation needs.
- Provided compassionate care to postpartum patients and their newborns.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans, ensuring tailored support for postpartum families.
- Educated parents on newborn care and safe sleep practices, enhancing family preparedness and infant safety.
- Led nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and safety standards.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, streamlining processes for improved patient flow and satisfaction.
- Ensured compliance with institutional policies and accreditation standards.
- Educated preceptees on evidence-based practice guidelines and standards of care for specific populations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St Anthony College of Nursing
Rockford, IL05-2007
Skills
- Evidence-based practice
- Quality improvement
- Performance improvement
- Patient advocacy
- Budget management
- Electronic charting skills
- Team collaboration
- Leadership skills
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Crucial Conversation training
- Compassionate care
Certification
- BSN
- RNC-OB
Timeline
Inpatient Nursing Manager, NICU
Mercy Health Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Staff Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Mercy Health Hospital
06.2010 - 05.2024
Mom Baby Nurse
Rockford Memorial Hospital
06.2007 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St Anthony College of Nursing