ASHLEY M. BARTON
Franklin,VT
Summary
Highly -motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Team player, organized, resourceful, highly skilled and committed to confidently treat patients with various illnesses, injuries and disabilities. My goal is to continue expanding my knowledge and experience in the medical field, graduate VSC as a Registered nurse and open myself to new opportunities at a different level.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Nurse's Assistant
UVM Vermont Children's Hosptial
Burlington, VT
08.2023 - Current
- Responded promptly to life-threatening situations utilizing critical thinking skills and following established protocols.
- Performed wound dressing changes according to protocol.
- Monitored vital signs including pulse rate, blood pressure, temperature and respiration.
- Provided community health education seminars about disease prevention.
- Provided education to patients about their medical conditions and treatments.
- Managed inventory of supplies within assigned area.
- Documented all care information accurately according to established guidelines.
- Assessed patient's health condition and provided appropriate treatments.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for collaborative decision making.
- Maintained accurate medical records of patient progress and treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to both patients and families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding lifestyle changes necessary for disease prevention or management.
- Performed physical examinations, diagnostic tests, and other procedures.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with state regulations and standards of practice.
- Identified potential risk factors for adverse events in order to prevent errors.
- Ensured a safe environment for patients through proper infection control practices.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
LNA
UVM Respite House
Colchester, VT
01.2019 - 08.2023
- Hospice/ respite care
- Practiced universal safety precautions at all times while on duty.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided basic comfort measures such as back rubs, positioning pillows.
- Kept accurate records of patient's progress notes, treatments given and other pertinent information.
- Conducted medical assessments and reported changes in health status to the nursing staff.
- Provided direct patient care, including bathing, feeding and dressing.
LNA
Homestead senior care/ Harborview
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted living
- Assisted with daily living of personal care, meal assists, transfers, activities and exercises
VNA
Colchester, VT
01.2009 - 01.2019
- Highly experienced in Dementia, Alzheimer's and hospice/ end of life care
Home Instead senior care
S. Burlington, VT
01.2009 - 01.2019
- Highly experienced in Dementia, Alzheimer's and hospice/ end of life care
Homestead senior living/ Allenwood
Shelburne, VT
01.2009 - 01.2019
- Highly experienced in Dementia, Alzheimer's and hospice/ end of life care
Shelburne Bay / The Meadows
Shelburne, VT
01.2009 - 01.2019
- Highly experienced in Dementia, Alzheimer's and hospice/ end of life care
Alice Hyde medical center
Malone, NY
01.2009 - 01.2019
- Highly experienced in Dementia, Alzheimer's and hospice/ end of life care
Education
Allied Health preparation certificate -
St.Albans
01.2021
High school diploma -
CVU
01.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Vermont State University
Saint Albans, VTSkills
- COMPUTER SKILLS
- TEAM WORK
- COMMUNICATION SKILLS
- ORGANIZATIONAL
- TIME MANAGEMENT
- WORKING UNDER
- PRESSURE
- QUICK THINKING
- CHARTING
- COMMUNICATION
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Care
- Physical therapy assistance
- Nutrition Support
- Ambulation
- Feeding Assistance
- Safety Management
- Privacy and confidentiality
- CNA Certification
- Patient evaluations
- Clinical Documentation
- Specimen Collection
- Biohazard Disposal
- Universal Precautions
- Patient Assessments
- Time Management
- Medical Records Management
- Electronic Charting
- HIPAA Compliance
Timeline
Licensed Nurse's Assistant
UVM Vermont Children's Hosptial
08.2023 - Current
LNA
UVM Respite House
01.2019 - 08.2023
LNA
Homestead senior care/ Harborview
01.2017 - 01.2019
VNA
01.2009 - 01.2019
Home Instead senior care
01.2009 - 01.2019
Homestead senior living/ Allenwood
01.2009 - 01.2019
Shelburne Bay / The Meadows
01.2009 - 01.2019
Alice Hyde medical center
01.2009 - 01.2019
Allied Health preparation certificate -
St.Albans
High school diploma -
CVU
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Vermont State University
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