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Ashley Jones

Simmesport,LA

Summary

Compassionate CNA with extensive experience at Avoyelles Manor Nursing Home, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic support and effective communication. Committed to promoting independence and dignity while ensuring compliance with HIPAA guidelines and fostering a positive healing environment.

Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to ensure patient comfort and safety. Track record of collaborating with healthcare teams to maintain high standard of care.

Healthcare professional committed to delivering compassionate care and supporting patient needs. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with medical staff and adapt to dynamic healthcare environments. Reliable team player focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes through empathetic care and attention to detail.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Avoyelles Manor Nursing Home
05.2022 - Current
  • 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.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • 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.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

CNA

Immaculate Heart of Mary Pcs
01.2020 - Current
  • Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
  • Promoted a healthy lifestyle among clients by facilitating exercise programs and encouraging balanced nutrition choices.
  • Assisted clients per with bathing, dressing, grooming and eating.
  • Facilitated skill-building workshops to increase clients'' independence and selfsufficiency.
  • Encouraged positive coping mechanisms amongst clients during challenging times by offering emotional support and guidance on problem-solving strategies.
  • Coordinated transportation services for clients to attend medical appointments, recreational outings, or other necessary engagements.
  • Transported and accompanied clients to therapy and doctor appointments.
  • Completed home management tasks by preparing meals, grocery shopping and cleaning.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, addressing physical, mental, and emotional needs.
  • Stimulated clients during in-house activities by conducting therapeutic exercises such as recreational games, physical exercises and occupational arts and crafts.
  • Ensured client safety with thorough risk assessments and consistent monitoring of their environment.
  • Conversed, entertained and read aloud to clients to promote mental health and alertness.
  • Kept informed of activities or changes that could affect likelihood of emergencies, factors that could affect response efforts and details of plan implementation.

CNA

Bayou Chateau Nursing Center
09.2019 - 03.2021
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • 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.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • 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.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pointe Coupee Central High School
Morganza, LA
05-2004

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Dressing assistance
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Health monitoring
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Recording vital signs
  • Bedside manner
  • Patient-focused care
  • Patient lifting
  • Mobility assistance
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Patient relationship building
  • Transporting patients
  • Valid [state] driver's license

Timeline

CNA

Avoyelles Manor Nursing Home
05.2022 - Current

CNA

Immaculate Heart of Mary Pcs
01.2020 - Current

CNA

Bayou Chateau Nursing Center
09.2019 - 03.2021

High School Diploma -

Pointe Coupee Central High School

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