Ashley Battistini
Bristol,PA
Summary
Dependable student nurse with hands-on experience in direct patient care in Emergency Department Technician role. Skilled in triaging and prioritizing care, performing physical assessments, assisting with care planning and educating patients. On track to graduate in May 2024 with an Associates degree in nursing.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
ER Technician
St. Marys Hospital
2023.04 - Current
- Apply critical thinking skills in various situations such as prioritizing tasks based on severity level or recognizing potential life-threatening conditions.
- Maintain clean and sanitary environment in emergency department to meet hygiene measures.
- Insert peripheral IVs
- Collect vital signs accurately and consistently, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
- Collect basic samples, label specimens properly, and transfer to laboratory for testing.
- Quickly respond to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Assist with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Safely transport patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Provide emotional support to patients and families during challenging moments, fostering trust and open communication with healthcare providers.
ER Technician
Lower Bucks Hospital
2021.02 - 2023.03
- Performed procedures and treatments such as EKGs, preps, blood draws and monitoring of patient's response to restraints
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions
- Assisted with setup and positioning of patients for the following procedures (but not limited to): central line insertion, chest tube insertion, intubation, foley catheter insertion
- Assisted with NG tube insertion, sutures, and splinting procedures
- Identified and responds promptly to patient needs, respecting dignity and privacy
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing attentive and compassionate care to individuals in the emergency room.
Lead Certified Medical Assistant
Comprehensive Breast Care Surgeons
2016.07 - 2021.01
- Checked schedules and organized patient flow to help minimize wait time and efficiently communicated delays to patients
- Increased patient safety with strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper sterilization techniques.
- Collected patient history and assisted providers with various screenings and procedures including ultrasound-guided biopsies, ports removals, excisional biopsies, and incision and drainage
- Set up sterile instruments and equipment according to department protocols, cleaned exam/procedure rooms and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control.
- Adhered to Patient Confidentiality policies and HIPAA regulations
- Followed Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines and standardized quality control methods to provide highest quality of patient care.
Certified Medical Assistant
Total Body Pain Management
2011.01 - 2016.06
- Served as a key member for a busy pain management and family medicine office.
- Drug testing for patients on opioid medications or suboxone.
- Medical transcriptionist for workman's compensation and motor vehicle accident cases.
- Venipunctures, injections, and various diagnostic procedures.
- Assisted physician with procedures including epidurals, punch biopsies and infusions.
- Educated patients on preventative care measures, effectively reducing the risk of future health complications.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Roxborough Memorial Hospital School of Nursing
Current Student 05.2024
Associate Degree In Health Science -
Bucks County Community College
Bristol, PA01.2019
Certified Medical Assistant -
Lincoln Technical Institute
Philadelphia, PA05.2011
Diploma -
Bristol High School
Bristol, PA06.2006
Skills
- Hardworking
- Detail oriented
- Highly organized
- Able to multitask effectively
- Great interpersonal skills
- Team leadership
- Medical Terminology
- CPR
- IV insertion
- Epic Systems
Additional Information
Available upon request
Timeline
ER Technician
St. Marys Hospital
2023.04 - Current
ER Technician
Lower Bucks Hospital
2021.02 - 2023.03
Lead Certified Medical Assistant
Comprehensive Breast Care Surgeons
2016.07 - 2021.01
Certified Medical Assistant
Total Body Pain Management
2011.01 - 2016.06
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Roxborough Memorial Hospital School of Nursing
Associate Degree In Health Science -
Bucks County Community College
Certified Medical Assistant -
Lincoln Technical Institute
Diploma -
Bristol High School
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