Ashton Keown
Tell City,IN
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. 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.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- 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, and blood sugar levels
- Help with wound care, foley care, draining multiple types on drains, and keeping track of intake and output
- Help admit patients, and chart using the epic system
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record
CNA
Chautauqua
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, blood sugar levels, and documenting intake vs output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- 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.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Home Health Aide
Homeinstead
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care
Education
Certificate - CNA
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Evansville, IN05.2024
Certificate - CNA
Owensboro Community Technical College
12.2022
Diploma - Gen Ed
Hancock County High School
05.2017
Skills
- Compassionate Communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Mobility Assistance
- Documenting Behaviors
- Patient Relations
- Condition Monitoring
- Observing Responses
- Electronic Charting
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Lifting
- Maintaining Privacy
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Recording Vital Signs
- Responding to Emergencies
- Adaptable
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant in IN and KY
- CPR/BLS
- First Aid certified
Timeline
CNA
Chautauqua
11.2023 - 06.2024
CNA
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Home Health Aide
Homeinstead
08.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate - CNA
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Certificate - CNA
Owensboro Community Technical College
Diploma - Gen Ed
Hancock County High School