Ashley Goddard
Hartford City,IN
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Dedicated nursing student currently working towards RN. Solid understanding of role of nurses in interdisciplinary environments. Excellent clinical and people skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse Extern
Community Hospital Anderson
01.2022 - Current
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Student Nurse
Parkview Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing nursing process.
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
- Observed patient behaviour and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Student Nurse
Parkview Behavioral Health
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Student Nurse
Lutheran Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Facilitated patient discharge by providing instructions for home care and follow-up care after giving birth.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Student Nurse
Parkview Hospital
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
- Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing nursing process.
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Travel CNA
Rosewood Staffing
02.2020 - 09.2021
- Supported needs of residents under long-term care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Student Nurse
St Annes Home
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Travel CNA
Medical Staffing Solutions Llc
11.2017 - 03.2021
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
CNA
IU Health Blackford
08.2009 - 05.2017
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared with empathy and compassion to build positive patient and family relationships.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output to report changes to medical and nursing staff.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Travel CNA
QS Nurses
07.2008 - 03.2009
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN12.2023
High School Diploma -
Concordia Jr-Sr High School
Concordia, KS05.2003
Skills
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Patient Evaluation
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Infection Control
- Taking and Recording Vital Signs
- Team Collaboration
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Nursing Assessments
- Catheter Care
- Patient Education
Certification
BLS
CNA
Timeline
Student Nurse
Parkview Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
Student Nurse
Parkview Behavioral Health
01.2023 - 05.2023
Student Nurse
Lutheran Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2023
Student Nurse Extern
Community Hospital Anderson
01.2022 - Current
Student Nurse
Parkview Hospital
08.2021 - 12.2021
Student Nurse
St Annes Home
01.2021 - 05.2021
Travel CNA
Rosewood Staffing
02.2020 - 09.2021
Travel CNA
Medical Staffing Solutions Llc
11.2017 - 03.2021
CNA
IU Health Blackford
08.2009 - 05.2017
Travel CNA
QS Nurses
07.2008 - 03.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
High School Diploma -
Concordia Jr-Sr High School