Aarna Uppal
Santa Barbara,California
Summary
Dedicated activities assistant and hospital volunteer with experience leading resident programs, planning events, facilitating patient care, as well as interacting with various adults in the healthcare field.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Activities Assistant
Topanga Terrace Rehabilitation and Subacute
Canoga Park, California
07.2025 - 09.2026
- Led resident activity programs at Topanga Terrace senior living community
- Facilitated group activities such as bingo, arts and crafts
- Provided one-on-one assistance with activities for those who needed it.
- Maintained safe, welcoming spaces for engaging resident activities
- Monitored safety and cleanliness during activities.
- Facilitated communication with residents, families, and care staff to ensure successful event participation
- Collaborated with team members to ensure that all programs were successful and enjoyable for involved.
- Prepared activity supplies, materials, and event spaces for daily schedules
- Recorded attendance and participation details for activity calendars
- Upheld positive quality of life standards for residents of all ability levels.
- Analyzed resident demographics and preferences to create tailored activity plans that enhance engagement
- Created an environment that was conducive to learning through interactive conversations and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Documented progress notes regarding participant's involvement in recreational programming.
- Offered emotional support to residents and families, fostering a compassionate environment during challenging times
Hospital Volunteer
Kaiser Permanente
Woodland Hills, California
06.2023 - 01.2026
- Enhanced patient care quality through active engagement with patients and families.
- Offered emotional support and comfort to patients and families during hospital stays.
- Played games with patients to boost mood, improve memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Guided patients to appointments and discharge locations.
- Assisted nurses with non-medical tasks, such as delivering meals and running errands.
- Facilitated efficient workflow by transporting charts, linens, and equipment between departments.
- Communicated the needs to nurses, clerks, and clinical teams.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Delivered supplies to nursing stations and patient care areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Camino Real Charter High School
Woodland Hills, CA06-2026
Skills
- Program development
- Patient care
- Event coordination
- Record keeping
- Teamwork
- Communication skills
Timeline
Activities Assistant
Topanga Terrace Rehabilitation and Subacute
07.2025 - 09.2026
Hospital Volunteer
Kaiser Permanente
06.2023 - 01.2026
High School Diploma -
El Camino Real Charter High School