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Ashley Ousley

Kokomo

Summary

Dedicated CNA with experience at Millers Merry Mannor, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate patient care. Successfully enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and emotional support, while ensuring HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to promote independence and dignity, fostering a positive healing environment for patients with complex needs.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Central Villa
02.2023 - 09.2023
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.

CNA

Millers Merry Mannor
06.2017 - 12.2021
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • 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.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

Education

Maconaquah
Bunker Hill, IN

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Ivy Tech
Fort Wayne, IN
04.2023

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • Attention to detail
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Dressing assistance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • End-of-life care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient transfers
  • Emotional support
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Emergency response
  • Clinical documentation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Active listening
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Patient advocacy
  • Conflict resolution
  • Infection control practices

Certification

BLS CNA

Timeline

CNA

Central Villa
02.2023 - 09.2023

CNA

Millers Merry Mannor
06.2017 - 12.2021

Maconaquah

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Ivy Tech

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