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Erica Ashford

Gautier

Summary

State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) with 18+ years of experience providing premium care to residents in nursing home settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, maintaining safety protocols, and offering compassionate, dignified care. Committed to enhancing resident well-being.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Total Medical Staffing
07.2023 - Current
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sunplex Subacute Center
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Provided comprehensive bedside care and emotional support to 14 elderly residents
  • Supported staff with daily operations, including meal distribution, medication management, and facility cleanup
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.

Behavior Health Assistant

Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources
03.2020 - 07.2022
  • Utilized effective communication and active listening skills when interacting with physicians, nursing staff, and patients.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
  • Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.

Nursing Assistant Supervisor

South Mississippi Regional
02.2018 - 01.2020
  • Support daily care needs of up to 25 residents per shift, enhancing resident comfort and maintaining dignity in daily living activities
  • Record and monitor vital signs and resident health information
  • Collaborate with nursing staff and physicians to implement resident care plans
  • Adhere to all safety and health regulations

Certified Nursing Assistant

Plaza Community Living Center
08.2013 - 09.2018
  • Collaborate with nursing staff and physicians to implement resident care plans
  • Adhere to all safety and health regulations

Certified Nursing Assistant

Crowne Healthcare Wetumpka
01.2006 - 05.2012
  • Provided comprehensive bedside care and emotional support to 14 elderly residents
  • Supported staff with daily operations, including meal distribution, medication management, and facility cleanup
  • Conducted regular safety checks, contributing to a safer environment for residents and staff

Education

Associate of Science - Human Resources Management

Virginia College
Birmingham, AL
12-2010

High School Diploma - undefined

Moss Point High School
Moss Point, MS
05.2004

Skills

  • Health record management
  • Privacy / HIPPA Regulations
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Patient lifting
  • Mobility assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient Care and Safety

Certification

  • State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA), Montgomery, AL
  • CPR certified, American Red Cross

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Total Medical Staffing
07.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sunplex Subacute Center
09.2022 - 06.2023

Behavior Health Assistant

Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources
03.2020 - 07.2022

Nursing Assistant Supervisor

South Mississippi Regional
02.2018 - 01.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Plaza Community Living Center
08.2013 - 09.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Crowne Healthcare Wetumpka
01.2006 - 05.2012

High School Diploma - undefined

Moss Point High School
  • State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA), Montgomery, AL
  • CPR certified, American Red Cross

Associate of Science - Human Resources Management

Virginia College
Erica Ashford