Ashley Newsome

Trinity Health Care Mingo

Williamson, WV

08.2019 - 04.2025

Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.