ASHLEY CASTLE-SMITH
Philadelphia
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with a strong clinical foundation built on over 5 years as a Licensed Practical Nurse in skilled rehabilitation, long-term care, and acute recovery settings. Experienced in providing patient-centered care, mentoring new nurses, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. Committed to professional growth, patient advocacy, and fostering a supportive healthcare environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Trinity Health
Philadelphia
2025.10 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records system.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during care processes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
REGISTERED NURSE
LIBERTY POINTE REHAB AND HEALTHCARE CENTER
Doylestown
2024.01 - Current
- Monitor and manage patients with chronic conditions
- Ensuring compliance with facility protocols and state regulations
- Provide Comprehensive nursing care for post-acute patients including assessment, care-planning, medication administration and wound management
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
LIBERTY POINTE REHAB AND HEALTHCARE CENTER
Doylestown
2024.01 - Current
- Delivered direct patient care in skilled rehab including medication administration, wound care, vital signs monitoring
- Supported rehabilitation efforts by reinforcing therapy plans and educating patients on recovery strategies
- Assisted in discharge planning and patient/family education to promote safe transitions home
CHARGE NURSE LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Accela at Somerton
Philadelphia
2023.03 - 2024.01
- Promoted from charge nurse to admissions and management
- Collaborate with physicians to develop and adjust care plans
- Wound Care rounds with specialist
- Patient Education
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Holland Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Holland
2020.01 - 2023.01
- Provided direct nursing care to patients and residents including medication administrating, trach and peg tube care, wound care
- Maintained thorough and timely EMR documentation while adhering to state and facility regulations
Certified Nursing Assistant
Holland Center
Holland
2017.09 - 2020.03
- Provided compassionate care to residents in a long-term care facility.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing and dressing residents.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident rooms and common areas.
Education
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE - NURSING
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA2025-05
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
EASTERN CENTER FOR ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY
Willow Grove, PA01.2020
Skills
- Patient assessment and care planning
- Evaluation and chronic disease management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- IV therapy and medication administration
- Time management and mentorship
- Infection control strategies
- EMR documentation (PointClickCare, Epic)
- Wound management and vital signs monitoring
- Effective communication and patient education
Certification
Registered Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Trinity Health
2025.10 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE
LIBERTY POINTE REHAB AND HEALTHCARE CENTER
2024.01 - Current
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
LIBERTY POINTE REHAB AND HEALTHCARE CENTER
2024.01 - Current
CHARGE NURSE LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Accela at Somerton
2023.03 - 2024.01
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Holland Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
2020.01 - 2023.01
Certified Nursing Assistant
Holland Center
2017.09 - 2020.03
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE - NURSING
Community College of Philadelphia
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
EASTERN CENTER FOR ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY