Ashley Nihart
South Fork
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Bayada Pediatrics Home Care, skilled in personal hygiene assistance and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through attentive support and effective communication, ensuring safety and dignity while promoting independence. Committed to delivering high-quality care and fostering strong relationships with clients and families.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HHA
Bayada Pediatrics Home Care
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, following safety protocols and infection control guidelines.
- Supported clients with medication reminders, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules.
- Documented client progress accurately, facilitating effective communication with healthcare professionals.
- Engaged clients in social and recreational activities, enhancing quality of life and emotional support.
- Attended training sessions to learn best practices in caregiving and patient assistance techniques.
- Adapted quickly to changing client needs, demonstrating flexibility in care delivery methods.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for patients, reducing the risk of accidents or infections.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, promoting dignity and selfconfidence.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in various daily activities.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising medical professionals.
- Managed household chores such as laundry, meal preparation, and light cleaning, allowing clients to focus on their health and wellbeing.
- Supported clients with cognitive impairments through engaging mental exercises designed to maintain brain health and function.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering strong relationships and trust.
CNA
MapleWinds Care Center
01.2014 - 09.2019
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care and observations.
- Facilitated communication between residents, families, and healthcare team members.
- Implemented infection control procedures to maintain a safe environment.
- Supported mobility exercises and rehabilitation activities for residents.
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
CNA
Cambria Care Center
10.2011 - 05.2012
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- 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.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Education
High School Diploma -
Blacklick Valley Jr/Sr Highschool
Nanty Glo, PA06.2009
Skills
- Laundry services
- Bathing assistance
- Meal preparation
- Errands running
- Housekeeping tasks
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Compassionate caregiving
- Toileting support
- Dressing and grooming
- Transfer techniques
- Patient advocacy
- Behavioral management
- Ambulation assistance
- Documentation proficiency
Certification
BLS certified
Adult and pediatric CPR/first aid/AED
Timeline
HHA
Bayada Pediatrics Home Care
05.2023 - Current
CNA
MapleWinds Care Center
01.2014 - 09.2019
CNA
Cambria Care Center
10.2011 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Blacklick Valley Jr/Sr Highschool
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