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Ashanti Arias

providence,Rhode Island

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate professional with experience as a CNA at Brentwood Nursing Home, excelling in patient care and promoting dignity. Proven problem-solver with strong teamwork skills, enhancing patient satisfaction through attentive support and effective communication. Committed to safety and fostering a positive environment, ensuring high-quality care for diverse patient needs.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Summer Camp Counselor

Teamworks
07.2021 - 07.2024
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
  • Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
  • Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
  • Managed daily operations of camp programs, ensuring smooth transitions between activities and maintaining participant engagement throughout the day.
  • Fostered a supportive and inclusive environment for all campers, promoting teamwork and respect among peers.
  • Collaborated with fellow counselors to develop creative solutions for behavioral issues, resulting in improved camper conduct.
  • Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to campers.
  • Assisted with meal preparations and clean-ups to maintain clean and organized camp environment and keep campers well-fed.

CNA

Brentwood Nursing Home
11.2022 - 05.2023
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

Education

The Met High School
Providence, RI
06-2033

No Degree - Psychology

University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI
05-2027

No Degree - CNA Program

American Safety Programs & Training, Inc.
Providence, RI
11-2022

No Degree - Active Crew Member

Sailing Ships Maine
Semester At Sea, Through The Met High School
03-2022

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Patience and empathy
  • Compassionate communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Team building expertise
  • Safety awareness
  • Group leadership
  • Conflict resolution
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Multitasking

Certification


  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

CNA

Brentwood Nursing Home
11.2022 - 05.2023

Summer Camp Counselor

Teamworks
07.2021 - 07.2024

The Met High School

No Degree - Psychology

University of Rhode Island

No Degree - CNA Program

American Safety Programs & Training, Inc.

No Degree - Active Crew Member

Sailing Ships Maine

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