Ashley Burkes

Austin

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with experience providing high-quality patient care in both home health and hospital settings. Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), monitoring and recording vital signs, documenting patient information, supporting patient mobility, and ensuring patient safety and comfort. Strong knowledge of HIPAA compliance, infection control practices, and patient-centered care. Recognized for reliability, professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Committed to promoting patient well-being while delivering compassionate and respectful care.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Wellness Aide (CNA)

Halcyon Home Health

01.2021 - 02.2025

Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting)
Monitor and record vital signs
Assist with mobility, transfers, and ambulation
Observe and report changes in patient condition to nursing staff
Document patient care and maintain accurate records
Assist with meals, hydration, and feeding when needed
Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment
Provide compassionate emotional support to patients and families
Follow infection control procedures and safety protocols
Ensure patient dignity, privacy, and comfort at all times

Patient Care Technician

St. David's South Austin Hospital

01.2021 - 01.2021

Monitored and recorded patient vital signs
Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
Performed phlebotomy and specimen collection
Assisted with patient transfers, ambulation, and mobility
Documented patient care activities in electronic medical records
Observed and reported changes in patient condition to nurses
Assisted with meal setup, feeding, and hydration
Collected and recorded intake and output measurements
Maintained a clean, safe, and organized patient environment
Responded promptly to patient requests and call lights
Assisted nurses with routine patient care procedures
Ensured patient comfort, dignity, and safety at all times
Followed infection control and HIPAA guidelines
Collaborated with healthcare team members to support quality patient care

Assembly / Clean Room Technician

Applied Materials

01.2017 - 01.2019

Assembled precision components in a clean room environment
Followed detailed work instructions, blueprints, and assembly procedures
Inspected parts and products for quality and accuracy
Maintained strict cleanliness and contamination control standards
Completed production and quality control documentation
Operated hand tools, measuring devices, and assembly equipment
Performed testing and verification of assembled components
Identified and reported defects or production issues
Followed safety procedures and company regulations
Collaborated with team members to meet production goals
Trained new employees on assembly processes and quality standards
Maintained inventory and organized workstations

Education

GED -

American YouthWorks

Austin, Texas

Associate of Arts - Sign Language Interpreter

Austin Community College

Austin, TX

05-2028

Skills

CNA / Patient Care
Vital Signs Monitoring
HIPAA Compliance
Medical Documentation
Infection Control
Phlebotomy
Medication Reminders
Medical Terminology
Basic First Aid
Customer Service
Team Collaboration

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