Ayana Hicks-Adams
Gainesville,FL
Summary
Organized student nurse with passion for patients. Offers extensive hands-on experience in multiple units. Currently completing nursing studies and ready to expand practical knowledge.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Extern
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital
Gainesville , FL
2021.05 - Current
- Delivers patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to common nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN), the assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the Nurse Extern’s skills/training and the needs of the department.
- Consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment.
- Provide quality care as it relates to patient-assisted activities of daily living.
Patient Care Technician
UF Health Shands Cancer Hospital
Gainesville , FL
2019.04 - 2021.05
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
CNA
The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center
Gainesville , FL
2014.04 - 2021.04
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Gainesville, FL2025-03
Certified Nursing Assistant (308095) - Nursing
Express Training Services
Gainesville, FL2014-03
Skills
- Catheter Care
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Electronic Charting
- Infection Control
- Compassionate Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Wound Care
- Health Promotion
- Vital signs monitoring
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nurse Extern
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital
2021.05 - Current
Patient Care Technician
UF Health Shands Cancer Hospital
2019.04 - 2021.05
CNA
The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center
2014.04 - 2021.04
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Certified Nursing Assistant (308095) - Nursing
Express Training Services
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