ARIEL JONES
Georgetown,KY
Summary
Dedicated and highly motivated Registered Nurse with three years of clinical experience delivering exceptional patient care in dynamic healthcare settings. Proven leadership as a Charge Nurse, complemented by hands-on expertise in vascular access and a strong commitment to patient safety and collaborative teamwork. Proficient in staff scheduling, interdisciplinary coordination, and active contribution to hospital committees aimed at enhancing workflow and patient outcomes. Recognized for ambition, initiative, and a proactive approach to professional development while fostering efficient unit operations and outstanding patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky Hospital
Lexington, KY
05.2022 - Current
- Delivered high-quality patient care through effective assessment and treatment planning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient progress in electronic health records accurately.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention techniques.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.
- Advocated for patient needs within healthcare teams, ensuring comprehensive support throughout treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky Hospital
Lexington, KY
05.2022 - Current
- Delivered high-quality patient care through effective assessment and treatment planning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient progress in electronic health records accurately.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention techniques.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.
- Advocated for patient needs within healthcare teams, ensuring comprehensive support throughout treatment plans.
Nursing Care Technician
Markey Cancer Center
Lexington, Kentucky
10.2017 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Worked closely with the charge nurse as a charge tech. Making the nursing care technicians assignments for the following shift, and assisting fellow techs with their patient load while taking care of my own patient load.
State Registered Nursing Assistant
Eastern State Hospital
Lexington, Kentucky
06.2015 - 09.2017
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dover Manor Nursing Home
Georgetown, KY
02.2014 - 06.2015
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Waitress
Buffalo Wild Wings Bar And Grill
Georgetown, Kentucky
10.2013 - 02.2014
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Enlisted coworkers' assistance for multi-order delivery to avoid spilling or dropping food.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
- Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
- Suggested appropriate food and drink pairings to increase per-ticket sales.
- Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to help customers make food choices.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Waitress
Stake N Shake
Georgetown, KY
06.2012 - 10.2013
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Enlisted coworkers' assistance for multi-order delivery to avoid spilling or dropping food.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to help customers make food choices.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Beckfield College
Florence, KYNo Degree - Nursing
Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Lexington, KYAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing
Midway University
Midway, KY12-2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Scott County High School
Georgetown, KY06-2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY12-2025
Skills
- Ultrasound Guided Labs and Intravenous lines
- Charge Nurse
- Bed Sore Prevention
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Emotional and Social Support
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Mobility Assistance
- Linen Replacements
- Line Removal
- Fluid Measurement
- Nutrition and Diet
- Catheter Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
Accomplishments
Prior experience as Charge Nurse
Registered Nurse who is trained in obtaining ultrasound guided labs and intravenous lines.
Experience in working closely with management to smooth floor staff schedule.
Alaris pump superuser
Member of CNO Advisory Council
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- ACLS
- Vascular Access Trained - November 2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky Hospital
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
University of Kentucky Hospital
05.2022 - Current
Nursing Care Technician
Markey Cancer Center
10.2017 - Current
State Registered Nursing Assistant
Eastern State Hospital
06.2015 - 09.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dover Manor Nursing Home
02.2014 - 06.2015
Waitress
Buffalo Wild Wings Bar And Grill
10.2013 - 02.2014
Waitress
Stake N Shake
06.2012 - 10.2013
No Degree - Nursing
Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Midway University
High School Diploma - undefined
Scott County High School
No Degree - Nursing
Beckfield College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Kentucky