Ashley Zimmerer
Saint Augustine,FL
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Baptist Medical Center Beaches
11.2023 - Current
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations and evaluating patient needs.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Medication Aide
The Palms At Ponte Vedra
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Ensured consistent treatment by effectively communicating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Supported needs of 15-25 residents under long-term care.
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Certified Nursing Assistant
UF Health Flagler Hospital
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Delivered high-quality care to intubated patients in hospital facility.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Quincy Village
04.2020 - 12.2022
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Wilson College
Chambersburg, PAHigh School Diploma -
Waynesboro Area Senior High School
Waynesboro, PA05.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Franklin County Career And Technology Center
2463 Loop Rd, Chambersburg, PA 1720211.2019
Skills
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- CPR/AED
- Specimen Collection
- Basic Life Support
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Phlebotomy Training
- Patient Care
Accomplishments
Lotus Award - February 2024
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CMA - Certified Medication Assistant
- BLS/AED
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Baptist Medical Center Beaches
11.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
UF Health Flagler Hospital
06.2022 - 02.2023
Medication Aide
The Palms At Ponte Vedra
02.2022 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Quincy Village
04.2020 - 12.2022
No Degree - Nursing
Wilson College
High School Diploma -
Waynesboro Area Senior High School
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Franklin County Career And Technology Center
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CMA - Certified Medication Assistant
- BLS/AED
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