Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Daisy Award x2
Timeline
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Ashley Sharp

Ashley Sharp

Mt. Juliet

Summary

Resourceful, accomplished, and dedicated hard worker thriving in a fast-paced environment while fostering a welcoming atmosphere. Energetic, results-oriented, and competitive individual with a relentless drive for success. Proven leader adept at delivering results across all facets of operations. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, showcasing excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Known for outstanding leadership qualities characterized by a firm yet fair approach and a reputation for honesty, loyalty, and integrity. Persistent and driven professional experienced in team leadership, operational management, and delivering exceptional customer service. Strategic planner with strong problem-solving abilities that enhance team productivity and service quality, fostering a collaborative and adaptable workplace environment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Vanderbilt Medical Center
02.2023 - Current
  • Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
  • Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
  • Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Lead Unit board successfully for 2yrs.
  • Enhanced ICU team efficiency by providing continuous education on best nursing practices and protocols.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
  • Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
  • Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
  • Conducted regular assessments of patients'' wounds to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
  • Reduced wound infection rates through strict adherence to aseptic protocols and proper wound dressing procedures.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Vanderbilt University Medical Center
09.2019 - 01.2022
  • I started with float pool in September of 2019. I quickly and successfully learned my position and different tasks on all the units within the hospital. I became well known as a hard worker and great at giving patient care. After only a few months as a care partner, I was highly sought out by the Trauma ICU unit.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.

Unarmed Security Guard/ Supervisor

Special Security & Patrol Inc.
05.2006 - Current
  • I maintain security and safety of people and properties in assigned areas.
  • Organized numerous successful random drug and weapon searches for Davidson County Schools in both cars and in-school locations.
  • Train and supervise numerous officers for specific duty stations.
  • Create and process forms, schedules, billing, and payroll.
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
  • Assisted visitors and customers to provide directions, answer questions and meet requests.
  • Completed detailed incident reports to provide accurate documentation of security events for future reference.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to clients, addressing their concerns and maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.

Assistant Manager

Kirkland’s of Murfreesboro
01.2016 - 09.2018
  • When I first started, I was just a stock associate but in just two weeks I was promoted and transferred to a flagship store. There as the Assistant Manager, I supported and executed all aspects of operations and merchandising for my own personal assigned store in partnership with the Store Manager and Senior Assistant Manager.
  • I was primarily responsible for driving business results through the effective coaching of the store team during their assigned shifts.
  • Areas of focus included sales and profit growth, expense control, promotional, merchandising execution and exceptional customer experience through the execution of our BE Great service model.
  • In charge of all the shipping and stocking for the store.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.

Wellness Coach

YMCA of Donelson/Hermitage
01.2013 - 05.2015
  • Organized and conducted Cardio Kids program.
  • Maintained a safe, clean, and functional exercise equipment area.
  • Provided equipment and strength training orientations and also conducted wellness evaluations, and program recommendations to all new members.
  • Documented any accidents/injuries/incidents and recorded daily equipment-use statistics.
  • Communicated and enforced policies and guidelines for the equipment.
  • Provided courteous, prompt, and sincere attention to members, guests, participants, and staff.
  • Empowered clients by teaching them how to set achievable goals that aligned with their personal values and aspirations.
  • Created a supportive environment where clients felt comfortable discussing their challenges openly without judgment or criticism.
  • Monitored, tracked, and reported on individual progress with wellness plans.
  • Evaluated client progress through regular check-ins and follow-up appointments, celebrating milestones and adjusting plans as needed.

Education

Nursing

Nashville State Community College
01.2022

CNA Certification

Nats Inc.
01.2019

Certified Medical Administrative Assistant/ Pharmacy Technician

Florida Gulf University
01.2015

Business/ Psychology (HONORS)

Cumberland University
01.2010

General Education (HONORS)

McGavock High School
01.2006

Skills

  • Strong organizational abilities
  • Effective time allocation
  • Calendar coordination
  • Versatile problem solver
  • Effective leadership
  • Active listening skills
  • Research methodology proficiency
  • Proficient in computer software

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of PIP intervention to help our unit decrease the number of PIs.
  • Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.

Certification

  • BLS
  • ACLS Exp. 2026

Daisy Award x2

I have received 2 daisy awards in the last 2 years of being a nurse. 

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Vanderbilt Medical Center
02.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Vanderbilt University Medical Center
09.2019 - 01.2022

Assistant Manager

Kirkland’s of Murfreesboro
01.2016 - 09.2018

Wellness Coach

YMCA of Donelson/Hermitage
01.2013 - 05.2015

Unarmed Security Guard/ Supervisor

Special Security & Patrol Inc.
05.2006 - Current

CNA Certification

Nats Inc.

Certified Medical Administrative Assistant/ Pharmacy Technician

Florida Gulf University

Business/ Psychology (HONORS)

Cumberland University

General Education (HONORS)

McGavock High School

Nursing

Nashville State Community College
Ashley Sharp