Ashlie Wright
Christiana,Tennessee
Summary
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. 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
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Tennessee Oncology
11.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and oxygen levels.
- Rooming new and existing patients and updating charts with new medications or removing medications that the patient no longer uses as well as update allergies and rooming not with questions and concerns.
- Coordinating in the treatment room,helping patients get seated in a timely manner, and help the patient get comfortable so they can receive treatment.
CNA
All Heart Home Care
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and oxygen levels.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
CNA
The Reserve At Spring Hill
05.2009 - 10.2023
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, weigh, pulse, and oxygen level.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
CNA and Rehab Tech
NHC Lewisburg
09.2007 - 05.2019
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities as needed.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, weight, pulse, and oxygen levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Scheduled new and return outpatients for therapy, and kept charts updated with the progression notes.
Education
No Degree - Medical Assisting
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN03.2024
Skills
- Compassionate communication
- Vital signs monitoring
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Care
- Dressing assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Compassion and Empathy
- Feeding Assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Patient Transfers
- Bathing Assistance
- Condition Monitoring
- Observing responses
- Patient Lifting
- Patient Relations
- Documenting behaviors
- Conducting intakes
- Transporting patients
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Direct Patient Care
- Electronic Charting
- Quality Assurance
- Patient-focused care
- Mobility Assistance
- Maintaining privacy
- Outpatient Care
- Light Housekeeping
- End of life care
- Geriatric Care
- Bedside manner
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical office administration
- CPR Certification
- Patient Positioning
- Patient Observation
- Infection Control
- Bedsore Prevention
- CNA Certification
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
CNA
Tennessee Oncology
11.2023 - Current
CNA
All Heart Home Care
10.2023 - 11.2023
CNA
The Reserve At Spring Hill
05.2009 - 10.2023
CNA and Rehab Tech
NHC Lewisburg
09.2007 - 05.2019
No Degree - Medical Assisting
Nashville State Community College