Ariana Alston
Lakewood
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant with 4+ years of experience in patient care, along with extensive restaurant and customer service experience over the past five years. Known for being reliable, compassionate, and detail-oriented, with strong communication skills, and a proven ability to work well in fast-paced, people-focused environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/Caregiver
Hearthside Manor (Caring Places Management)
University Place
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
- ADLs and resident mobility support
- Behavioral management and de-escalation
- Safety monitoring and fall prevention
- Observational reporting to nursing staff
- Infection control and environmental hygiene
- Compassionate, patient-centered communication
Operating Room Assistant, PACU CNA
Proliance Orthopedic Surgeons
Lakewood
11.2024 - 08.2025
- Prepared operating rooms by setting up surgical instruments, sterile supplies, and equipment
- Transported and positioned patients safely before and after procedures
- Ensured surgical instruments were accounted for and sent for sterilization
- Cleaned ORs and used PPE correctly, assisted with maintaining a sterile environment
- Set up and troubleshot OR equipment; certified to operate a C-arm X-ray machine
- Monitor and report changes in patients’ physical and emotional status to RNs
- Perform pre-operative check-ins and accurately obtain and document vital signs
- Assist patients during post-anesthesia recovery, including regaining consciousness and orientation
- Support safe ambulation for stable post-operative patients
- Maintain a clean and safe patient environment by changing linens, cleaning care areas, and handling soiled items per protocol.
- Prepare PACU bays by setting up beds, equipment, and supplies before patient arrival
- Maintain current CNA certification and BLS credentials
Hostess/EXPO Specialist
Applebee's Bar and Grill
University Place
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Greeted and seated guests while managing seating flow and wait times
- Monitored restaurant activity to ensure smooth dining operations
- Responded to guest questions and requests in a friendly, timely manner
- Supported team members with bussing, restocking, and general service needs
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Regency House of Wallingford
Wallingford
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Floated across long-term care (dual units), dementia, and rehabilitation units to meet staffing needs
- Provided personal care, including oral, dental, perineal care, and bedpan assistance
- Repositioned patients to prevent pressure injuries and support wound care
- Utilized strong interpersonal skills, including attentive listening and interpreting nonverbal cues
Certified Nursing Assistant
Village at Kensington Place (Benchmark Assisted Living)
Meriden
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Provided care primarily in a secure dementia unit, with support in traditional assisted living as needed
- Assisted with meal ordering and communicated residents' needs to the kitchen staff
- Safely operated sit-to-stand and Hoyer lifts using proper two-person techniques
- Completed accurate documentation of residents' activities of daily living
- Consistently followed infection control and safety protocols
Certified Nursing Assistant
Connecticut Baptist Homes
Meriden
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and meals
- Accurately measured, documented, and reported vital signs and resident condition changes to nursing staff
- Escorted residents to communal dining areas, distributed meal trays, and monitored dietary intake
- Built trusting relationships by providing compassionate, resident-focused care
- Maintained a clean and organized environment through sanitizing equipment, managing linens, and stocking supplies
Education
High School Diploma -
Francis T. Maloney High School
Meriden, CT06-2022
Skills
- Acute, post-op, and dementia patient care
- Vital signs and EMR documentation
- Safety monitoring, mobility assistance, and recovery support
- Patient- and customer-centered communication
- Multitasking and performance under pressure
- Conflict resolution and de-escalation
- CPR/BLS Certified
References
References are available upon request.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
YAB (Youth Advocacy Board)
Tacoma Community House
Tacoma Community House
Timeline
CNA/Caregiver
Hearthside Manor (Caring Places Management)
09.2025 - 12.2025
Operating Room Assistant, PACU CNA
Proliance Orthopedic Surgeons
11.2024 - 08.2025
Hostess/EXPO Specialist
Applebee's Bar and Grill
05.2024 - 11.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Regency House of Wallingford
01.2024 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Village at Kensington Place (Benchmark Assisted Living)
08.2023 - 10.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Connecticut Baptist Homes
08.2021 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Francis T. Maloney High School