Ashley Murphy
CNA
Alvin,TX
Summary
Patient-focused CNA with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health CNA
Sharon And Larry Bradley
11.2020 - 01.2024
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Cared for client with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes,ALS.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Managed wound care by ensuring timely dressing changes and following infection control protocols for optimal healing outcomes.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Improved patient satisfaction by actively listening and addressing concerns or requests promptly.
- Reduced caregiver burden by providing respite care services that allowed family members time away from caregiving duties.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure all parties were informed of care plans and progress updates.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Conducted regular vital signs checks, monitoring patients'' conditions and reporting any changes to medical staff.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Ensured timely medication administration for improved patient health outcomes.
Caregiver
Sharon Grisham
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Home Health CNA
BrightStar Care
04.2012 - 07.2020
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Ensured timely medication administration for improved patient health outcomes.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided transportation assistance to doctor appointments or therapy sessions as needed for continued patient care outside the home setting.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Conducted regular vital signs checks, monitoring patients'' conditions and reporting any changes to medical staff.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
CNA (certified Nursing Assistant)
Healthcare Careers Alliance
Alvin, TX03.2012
High School Diploma -
Pearland High School
Pearland, TX05.2006
Skills
- Wound Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Geriatric Care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Medication Administration
- Alzheimer's Care
- Transfer Techniques
- Infection Control
- Catheter Care
- End of life care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Bedsore Prevention
Timeline
Home Health CNA
Sharon And Larry Bradley
11.2020 - 01.2024
Caregiver
Sharon Grisham
06.2020 - 01.2021
Home Health CNA
BrightStar Care
04.2012 - 07.2020
CNA (certified Nursing Assistant)
Healthcare Careers Alliance
High School Diploma -
Pearland High School