Ashly Bergholz-Dixon
Columbus,WI
Summary
Graduate Nurse with Associate Degree in Nursing from Madison College. Applies nursing process and performs delegated functions under direction and supervision of Registered Nurse. Collaborates with patient and family to offer theory-based nursing care and coordinates care delivery with members of interdisciplinary team. Attentive nursing professional presenting high level of care, patient assistance and empathy during each shift. Considered hardworking and driven. Ready for new opportunity to apply exceptional nursing skills in hospital setting.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Assistant
Home Again Assisted Living
Columbus, WI
08.2019 - Current
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee trainings and taking classes in subjects to improve medication administration, CPR, techniques for working with individuals with dementia.
- Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse practitioner.
- Assisted over 30 elderly, convalescents and disabled residents with daily living activities in residential care facilities.
- Delivered and served meals and provided other dining needs, including help with consuming food.
- Escorted residents to community activities and games and encouraged participation.
- Conversed with assigned residents to determine emotional and physical state of being and reported changes to resident services director.
- Followed residence's service plan and provided assistance with toileting, bathing, dressing, oral hygiene and other daily living tasks.
- Employed mobility devices and equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Changed bed linens, dumped trash and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
- Encouraged community atmosphere by implementing educational and social programs.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
General Manager
KBD Subs LLC
Columbus, WI
11.2007 - 01.2021
- Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring (10-15) personnel on Customer service principles, industry practices, company procedures and use of Excel system.
- Maintained high standards of food quality by reviewing shipments, overseeing preparation and monitoring food safety.
- Set schedules for 10-15 staff by planning and designating shifts and hours.
- Resolved challenging customer complaints to full satisfaction, promoting brand loyalty and maximizing repeat business.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff.
Volunteer
AmeriCorps
San Antonio, TX
08.2005 - 06.2006
- Mentored at-risk youth to improve personal wellbeing and academic performance.
- Prepared nutritious snacks and meals for program participants.
- Collected trash and debris from public locations.
- Helped build community playgrounds
- Assisted with community improvement and restoration projects
- Adhered to organization procedures and instructions to maintain safety for program participants and other workers.
- Volunteered with groups and organizations to help make measurable differences for program recipients.
- Teamed with community organizations and government agencies to increase outreach and service utilization.
- Assisted with immediate needs of natural disaster evacuees
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI12.2021
High School Diploma -
Marshall High School
Marshall, WI06.2004
Skills
- Performance improvement
- Team Leadership
- Training and Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Verbal and written communication
- Exceptional interpersonal communication
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Working collaboratively
- Active listening
- Infection control standards
- Ethical standards
- Problem-Solving
- Infection Control And Aseptic Procedures
Accomplishments
National Honors and Leadership Society Member
Deans List Fall 2017
Deans List Spring 2021
Certification
- CNA License # WI031284701696
- American Red Cross CPR certified
- BLS certified
Timeline
Resident Assistant
Home Again Assisted Living
08.2019 - Current
General Manager
KBD Subs LLC
11.2007 - 01.2021
Volunteer
AmeriCorps
08.2005 - 06.2006
Associate of Science - Nursing
Madison Area Technical College
High School Diploma -
Marshall High School
- CNA License # WI031284701696
- American Red Cross CPR certified
- BLS certified
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