Ashley Kuzmiak
3510 North 12th St
Council Bluffs,IA
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jennie Edmundson Hospital
Council Bluffs, IA
01.2022 - Current
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson High School
Council Bluffs, IA 08.2011 - 05.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA 08.2022 - Current
Skills
Companionship and emotional support
Documenting behaviors
Supporting personal needs
EMR / EHR
Observing responses
Patient-focused care
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Measuring bodily fluids
Recording vital signs
Conducting intakes
Adaptable
Compassionate caregiver
Inpatient care
Compassionate
Direct Patient Care
Certification
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Western Community College
08.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jennie Edmundson Hospital
01.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson High School
08.2011 - 05.2015