Ashley Arce
Gonzales
Summary
Highly motivated Vocational Nursing professional prepared to transition academic excellence and diverse clinical training into an impactful nursing career. Equipped with strong clinical judgment and the ability to adapt seamlessly to fast-paced healthcare environments while prioritizing patient safety and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nursing Student
Central Coast College
Salinas
01.2025 - 05.2026
- BLS-certified, motivated Licensed Vocational Nursing student offering a strong foundation in clinical competencies and direct patient care backed by 736 hours of diverse clinical rotations. Skilled in performing patient assessments, monitoring vital signs, administering medications safely, managing wound care, and handling specimen collection across family practice, pediatric, and geriatric units. Proactively applies knowledge of EHR documentation, medical terminology, and infection control to support interdisciplinary healthcare teams, provide empathetic patient advocacy, and optimize patient outcomes.
Medical Assistant
Salinas Valley Health Cancer Care
Salinas
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed proficiency in an Oncology/Hematology environment, performing tasks such as patient intake, escorted patients into examination rooms, clerical duties, vital sign monitoring and appointment management. Assisted in patient examinations, provided procedural explanations and maintained detailed records of test results. Answered phone calls, entered data into MEDITECH using medical terminology, and prioritized tasks including triaging patient calls, managing prescription refills, and coordinating lab orders as directed by physicians. Maintained cleanliness and stocked supplies in exam rooms, showcasing strong multitasking and prioritization skills in unsupervised settings. Completed forms in a timely manner and pre-charted schedules one to three days prior to patients appointments.
Host/Server
Ginos Fine Italian Foods
Salinas
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Welcomed/guided customers to a table for dine in and prepared food selections for catering and pickup. Maintained high standard service in a high volume/fast paced environment, promoted inviting and attentive service to tables. Provided friendly guest service and heartfelt hospitality.
Volunteer
Highland Hospital
Oakland
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Shadowed health professionals in the radiology, morgue, ICU, and central supply departments. Gained hands-on experience, communication skills, advocacy, and obtained a Stop the Bleed Certification.
Education
Certificate - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Central Coast College
Salinas, CA05-2026
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Center For Employment Training
Salinas, CA10-2022
High School Diploma -
Gonzales High School
Gonzales, CA06-2020
Some College (No Degree) -
Hartnell College
Salinas, CASkills
- Patient Assessments & Triage
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Safe Medication Administration
- Wound Care & Sterile Dressing Changes
- Specimen Collection
- Tube Feeding & G-Tube Care
- Catheter Insertion & Maintenance
- Tracheostomy & Suctioning Care
- Infection Control & Standard Precautions
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) Documentation (Meditech, Epic, PointClickCare)
- Word
- Microsoft 365
- Medical Terminology & Documentation
- Care Plan Implementation
- HIPAA Compliance & Patient Privacy
- Performing EKGs
- BLS/CPR
- Bilingual
- Punctual
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nursing Student
Central Coast College
01.2025 - 05.2026
Medical Assistant
Salinas Valley Health Cancer Care
11.2022 - 06.2024
Host/Server
Ginos Fine Italian Foods
11.2021 - 09.2022
Volunteer
Highland Hospital
06.2019 - 08.2019
Certificate - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Central Coast College
Certificate - Medical Assistant
Center For Employment Training
High School Diploma -
Gonzales High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Hartnell College