Ashlyn Harrison
Jeffersonville,IN
Summary
Skilled Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at UofL and Pam Health Rehabilitation, adept in vital sign recording and providing emotional support. Demonstrated ability to improve patient comfort and support activities of daily living, enhancing patient care. Proven track record in maintaining optimal patient environments, showcasing both technical proficiency and compassionate care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
UofL
Louisville, KY
04.2024 - Current
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pam Health Rehabilitation
Clarksville, IN
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Education
Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY12-2026
Skills
- Vital sign recording
- Collecting specimens
- Documenting behaviors
- Toileting assistance
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Positioning patients
- Outpatient care
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
UofL
04.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pam Health Rehabilitation
07.2022 - 01.2024
Nursing
Galen College of Nursing