Ashanti Brown
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
Professional with substantial hands-on experience in nursing care. Strong focus on patient well-being and effective collaboration with medical teams. Adept at adapting to changing environments and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in administering medication, wound care, and providing emotional support to patients. Reliable, flexible, and committed to achieving healthcare goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow CNAs to develop efficient care routines that maximized productivity while maintaining a high standard of care in each facility visited during travels.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures when needed, demonstrating proficiency in sterile technique and precision instrument handling skills.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by actively listening to concerns and providing compassionate companionship during difficult times.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kempsville Health & Rehab Center
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Communicated effectively with diverse populations, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and empathy when addressing individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Occulus Agency
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information and vital signs, supporting seamless communication among healthcare providers.
- Managed challenging behaviors displayed by patients with mental health issues or dementia, maintaining a safe environment for all involved parties.
- Maintained the cleanliness of assigned patient rooms, upholding high standards of hygiene and contributing to a comfortable healing environment.
- Safely transferred and repositioned patients using appropriate body mechanics, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members.
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Westminister
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed challenging behaviors displayed by patients with mental health issues or dementia, maintaining a safe environment for all involved parties.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information and vital signs, supporting seamless communication among healthcare providers.
- Assessed vital signs, pain levels, and physical needs daily, adjusting care accordingly to optimize patient wellness.
- Contributed to the reduction of hospital readmissions by closely following care plans and promptly addressing any changes in patients'' conditions.
Nurse Care Partner/ Phlebotomist
Sentara Leigh Hospital
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Performed vitals to blood draws and daily care.
- Supporting the admission/discharge process changing, bathing ambulating patients.
- Performed blood draw by venipuncture, capillary and butterfly and using 21- and 22-gauge needle.
- Assisted in the development of nursing policies and procedures, resulting in improved quality of care.
- Maintained medical records EMR software and performing data entry.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, identifying trends or changes that warranted further intervention or evaluation from healthcare providers.
Nurse Aid
Private Duty
04.2020 - 02.2021
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Tended to patients with diverse medical conditions, including dementia, Parkinson''s disease, and diabetes, adapting care approaches accordingly.
- Assisted patients with mobility issues in areas such as beds, wheelchair usage, and automobile travel.
Phlebotomist
Grifols Biomat USA
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Caregiver
Private Duty
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Education
Sterile processing Tech -
Penn Foster
01-2024
Medication Tech. -
Healthcare Training Soultions
Newport News, VA01.2020
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Tidewater Medical Training
Virginia Beach, VA09.2017
CNA -
Tidewater Medical Training
10.2015
High School Diploma - Standard
Kempsville High School
Virginia Beach, VA06-2014
Skills
- EMR (Epic, PointClickcare, Epic, Nextgen)
- Compassion
- Strong communication skills
- Critical thinking capacity
- HIPAA compliance
- Home health care
- Special needs assistance
- Elderly care experience
- Venipuncture
- Specimen handling
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient confidentiality
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kempsville Health & Rehab Center
11.2024 - 02.2025
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
10.2024 - Current
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Occulus Agency
01.2023 - 08.2024
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Westminister
01.2023 - 08.2023
Nurse Care Partner/ Phlebotomist
Sentara Leigh Hospital
03.2021 - 03.2022
Nurse Aid
Private Duty
04.2020 - 02.2021
Phlebotomist
Grifols Biomat USA
09.2019 - 06.2020
Caregiver
Private Duty
03.2017 - 01.2019
CNA -
Tidewater Medical Training
Sterile processing Tech -
Penn Foster
Medication Tech. -
Healthcare Training Soultions
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Tidewater Medical Training
High School Diploma - Standard
Kempsville High School