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Ashley Smith

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Adept at delivering exceptional patient care.
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. 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. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

First Choice Nurses
12.2016 - Current
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • 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.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, respirations, oxygen and pulse.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid output.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • 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.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.

Certified Nursing Assistant

BrightStar Care
12.2015 - 05.2017
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Accurately documented care plans and report patient progress.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical Temporaries
11.2014 - 12.2016
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, respirations, oxygen, and pulse.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving.
  • Exceeded performance expectations by consistently receiving praise from supervisors for adaptability and dedication to exceptional patient care during travel assignments.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort
  • Bathing and teeth brushing
  • Exhibited strong organizational skills by efficiently managing workloads in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision.

Hospice Aide

Interim HealthCare
11.2014 - 12.2016
  • Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
  • Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
  • Enabled family members involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
  • Served as an advocate for patients rights and interests to ensure that their wishes were respected during all stages of hospice care provision.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by assisting with personal hygiene tasks, ensuring cleanliness and dignity.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between different stages of hospice care by effectively coordinating with home health aides, nurses, social workers, physicians, and volunteers.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Optimized care delivery by effectively managing supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for patient needs.
  • Increased patient satisfaction with compassionate communication and attentive care during difficult times.
  • Contributed to culture of empathy and care, receiving commendation from families for dedication and kindness.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Bayside Health and Rehabilitation Center
09.2013 - 10.2015
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs,weight, and recording outtake information.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • 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.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.

Nurse Technician

Nurse Technician
10.2011 - 05.2012
  • Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
  • Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
  • Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within a fast-paced clinical setting.
  • Aided patients with personal hygiene by giving baths, dressing and assisting in feeding.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
  • Served as a reliable resource for patients, families, and fellow staff members by remaining approachable and knowledgeable about all aspects of nursing care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Visiting Angles
12.2010 - 12.2011
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
  • Ensured timely transportation of patients to appointments or social engagements, enhancing their ability to maintain an active lifestyle outside the home setting.
  • Provided physical assistance for mobility, promoting independence and safety in the home environment.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.

Education

High School Diploma -

Indian River High School
Chesapeake, VA
06.2011

Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA

Chesapeake Center For Science And Technology
Chesapeake, VA
06.2011

Skills

  • Direct Personal Patient Care
  • Transfer Techniques
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Meal Preparation
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Emotional Support and Companionship
  • Progress Documentation
  • Care Plan Adherence

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Current-06/2026
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - 06/2024-06-2026


Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

First Choice Nurses
12.2016 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

BrightStar Care
12.2015 - 05.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical Temporaries
11.2014 - 12.2016

Hospice Aide

Interim HealthCare
11.2014 - 12.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant

Bayside Health and Rehabilitation Center
09.2013 - 10.2015

Nurse Technician

Nurse Technician
10.2011 - 05.2012

Certified Nursing Assistant

Visiting Angles
12.2010 - 12.2011

High School Diploma -

Indian River High School

Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA

Chesapeake Center For Science And Technology

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