Ashley Nieves
Lexington
Summary
Compassionate and patient-focused nurse assistant with specialized experience in geriatric psychiatric care. Skilled in assisting elderly patients with daily living activities, managing dementia-related behaviors, and supporting individuals with mood disorders, anxiety, and cognitive decline. Adept at maintaining a calm, safe environment while using therapeutic communication, de-escalation techniques, and close observation to ensure emotional and physical well-being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Associate
UK Eastern State
Lexington
11.2022 - Current
- Patient Monitoring: Observe and document patients' behavior, mental status, and physical condition regularly. Report changes to the nursing, or clinical staff.
- Safety and Crisis Intervention: Maintain a safe environment by preventing falls, managing agitation or confusion, and using de-escalation techniques during behavioral episodes.
- ADL Support: Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and toileting, especially for those with physical or cognitive impairments.
- Therapeutic Interaction: Engage patients in structured activities, group sessions, or one-on-one interactions to promote emotional expression, cognitive stimulation, and socialization.
- Documentation: Accurately chart patient interactions, incidents, and progress notes in accordance with facility policies, and HIPAA regulations.
EVS Housekeeper
Crothall Healthcare Services
Lexington
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Clean and disinfect patient rooms, bathrooms, operating rooms, exam rooms, and common areas, using hospital-grade disinfectants.
- Change bed linens and restock supplies (e.g., toilet paper, hand sanitizer, paper towels).
- Empty trash containers and medical waste bins, following infection control and biohazard protocols.
- Prepare and clean patient rooms after discharge for the next patient.
- Follow hospital procedures for terminal cleaning and infection control, especially in isolation rooms.
- Adhere to strict protocols for cleaning areas exposed to contagious illnesses, or bodily fluids.
88 Motor Transport Operator
U.S ARMY
Fort Leonard Wood
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Serve in combat and non-combat roles during deployments, missions, or conflicts.
- Participate in ongoing physical training to maintain combat readiness.
- Complete regular weapons training, tactical exercises, and field maneuvers.
- Engage in specialized training related to their job (e.g., communications, engineering, intelligence).
- Operate under the direction of commanding officers, following lawful orders, with discipline and precision.
- Uphold military structure and protocol at all times.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX12-2020
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration)
- Assisting with ADLs (bathing, feeding, grooming, toileting)
- Turning, repositioning, and transferring patients safely
- Infection control and hygiene maintenance
- Basic charting and documentation
- Observing and reporting physical changes in a patient's condition
- Supporting patients during emotional or psychiatric episodes
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
- Leading or assisting with therapeutic groups and activities
- Observing for suicidal or self-harming behaviors
Certification
- Nurse Aide Registry KY # 4018275
- BLS
Timeline
Mental Health Associate
UK Eastern State
11.2022 - Current
EVS Housekeeper
Crothall Healthcare Services
08.2022 - 11.2022
88 Motor Transport Operator
U.S ARMY
07.2021 - 06.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Central Texas College
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