Ashleigh Bettencourt

Dedicated and high-performing Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) currently advancing through an RN bridge program, consistently achieving exceptional clinical outcomes in medical/surgical, maternity, psychiatric, and post-operative care. Expertise includes rapid and accurate assessments, decisive clinical judgment, safe medication administration, IV removal, wound and ostomy management, tube feeding, catheter care, and chronic disease monitoring. Proven leadership in care planning and interdisciplinary coordination, with proficiency in EHR documentation and patient/family education. Regularly implements evidence-based interventions that enhance resident outcomes and minimize complications. Remains calm and authoritative in high-acuity situations, skilled in behavioral de-escalation, staff mentoring, and operational problem-solving; poised to embrace expanded RN responsibilities while elevating clinical standards and team performance.

• LPN Certificate, New England Institute of Technology — 03/2024
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers — current
• LPN → RN Bridge Program, New England Institute of Technology

• Recognized by clinical instructors for strong patient advocacy and meticulous documentation.
• Implemented resident skin-assessment checklist at Brookdale, contributing to fewer pressure-related incidents.
• Regularly selected to precept new LPN students and CNAs during orientation.

• Student member, American Nurses Association (ANA) — pending RN licensure
• Local LPN peer group / continuing education participation

Rhode Island Hospital — Med/Surg II & I (07/2023 – Present)

Providence, RI

• Delivered comprehensive bedside nursing care for complex medical and surgical patients.
• Administered medications per MAR, monitored responses and documented appropriately.
• Performed patient assessments, assisted with ambulation, hygiene, feeding, and post-op recovery.
• Supported wound care, monitored drains and output, and collaborated on care plans.

Kent Hospital — Maternity (Clinical rotation)

Warwick, RI

• Assessed maternal and newborn status, performed fundal checks, assisted with IV removal.
• Participated in newborn assessments, reflex testing, heel stick procedures, and observed OR care.

Fatima Hospital— Psychiatric Unit (Two separate Clinical rotations)

North Providence, RI

• Conducted comprehensive head-to-toe assessments, documented findings, and reported changes to RN/clinical instructor.
• Administered medications under supervision, verified MAR accuracy, and monitored for adverse reactions.
• Assisted with ADLs, safe patient transfers, ambulation, and fall‑risk precautions using gait belts and assistive devices.
• Participated in admission/discharge processes, patient education, and post‑operative care including pain assessments and mobility plans.
• Recorded vital signs, blood glucose checks, intake/output, and accurately charted observations in the patient record.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team (RN, MD, PT/OT, social work) to support individualized care plans and discharge goals.
• Engaged patients and families in therapeutic communication and taught disease‑management strategies and medication use.