ASHLEY ATKINSON
Stone Mountain,GA
Summary
Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Heartland Hospice
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2019 - Current
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or strher as needed.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
Patient Care Technician
HCA Florida Lake City Hospital
Lake City, FL
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care services.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Delivered products to customer locations on time.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
CNA
GOLDEN RULE HOSPICE
Atlanta, GA
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Coordinated with volunteers for additional support services when needed.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members on various aspects of patient care including pain management strategies.
- Helped patients maintain dignity during difficult times.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Provided physical, emotional and spiritual support to terminally ill patients and their families.
- Moved patients carefully into different positions to promote better body alignment and comfort.
- Assisted terminally ill patients with bathing, grooming and dressing.
- Maintained a safe environment for patient care through adherence to established safety guidelines and policies.
Caregiver
Sunrise Assisted Living
Decatur , GA
08.2009 - 12.2017
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
Education
CNA
COVENANT CNA SCHOOL
Marietta, GA10-2018
High School Diploma -
Ronald E. Mcnair High School
Atlanta, GA05-2009
Skills
- Mobility Assistance
- Specimen Collection
- Sterilization Techniques
- Emergency Response
- Patient Observation
- Basic Nursing Care
- Feeding Assistance
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Professional Bedside Manner
Timeline
CNA
Heartland Hospice
01.2019 - Current
Patient Care Technician
HCA Florida Lake City Hospital
12.2018 - 12.2019
CNA
GOLDEN RULE HOSPICE
05.2018 - 11.2018
Caregiver
Sunrise Assisted Living
08.2009 - 12.2017
CNA
COVENANT CNA SCHOOL
High School Diploma -
Ronald E. Mcnair High School