Ashley Jones
Sovah Health - Danville
Danville,VA
8
years of professional experience
Compassionate and reliable CNA with extensive experience at Sovah Health - Danville, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through effective mobility assistance and adherence to safety precautions. Committed to delivering high-quality care while fostering positive relationships with patients and healthcare teams.
Work History
CNA
1 Year 8 Months- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and daily hygiene needs
- Monitored vital signs and reported notable condition changes to nursing staff
- Supported mobility, transfers, and ambulation using proper safety techniques
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records
- Maintained infection control standards through sanitation and personal protective equipment use
- Responded promptly to patient requests, ensuring comfort and timely assistance
- Repositioned patients regularly to support skin integrity and pressure injury prevention
- Collaborated with nursing team to deliver consistent, compassionate bedside care
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- 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.
CNA, Med Tech
2 Years 11 Months- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and daily hygiene needs
- Monitored vital signs and reported notable condition changes to nursing staff
- Supported mobility, transfers, and ambulation using proper safety techniques
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
CNA
1 Month- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Cashier
2 Months- Processed customer transactions accurately using POS system and handled cash, card, and gift payments.
- Greeted shoppers warmly and provided prompt checkout support during busy store periods.
- Balanced register drawer, verified totals, and resolved basic payment discrepancies.
- Assisted customers with returns, exchanges, and merchandise inquiries at front counter.
- Maintained organized checkout area, stocked supplies, and replaced receipt paper as needed.
- Scanned items efficiently and applied discounts, promotions, and coupons according to store policy.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
- Facilitated positive shopping experience, greeted customers warmly upon entry.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies and procedures, ensuring compliance in all transactions.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Patient care
HIPAA compliance
Reliable team player
Direct patient care
Bathing assistance
Compassionate
Vital signs monitoring
Bedside manner
Safety precautions
Recording vital signs
Electronic charting
Mobility assistance
Medical terminology
Positioning patients
End-of-life care
Adaptable
Patient lifting
Transfer techniques
Urinary catheter care
Transporting patients
Supporting personal needs
Trustworthy companion
Blood glucose testing
Timeline
CNA
Sovah Health - Danville
08.2024 - 04.2026Read More
CNA, Med Tech
Brookdale Assisted Living
09.2019 - 08.2022Read More
CNA
Riverside Nursing And Rehab
06.2018 - 07.2018Read More
Cashier
Toys R Us
04.2018 - 06.2018Read More
Tunstall High School
High School Diploma
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