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ASHLEY LOPEZ
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated nursing graduate with an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing from Paradise Valley Community College, equipped with a solid foundation in patient care. Proficient in applying the nursing process and executing delegated functions under the guidance of a Registered Nurse to ensure high standards of care. Committed to collaborating with patients and families to deliver evidence-based interventions while effectively coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team. Passionate about fostering a supportive environment that promotes health and well-being for all patients.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Eye Doctors of Arizona
Research Coordinator
02.2023 - 11.2024
Job overview
- Coordinated ophthalmic clinical trials, including patient enrollment, regulatory compliance, and adverse event tracking.
- Maintained sponsor communication and ensured Good Clinical Practice (GCP) adherence.
Evernorth Outpatient Surgery Center
Surgical Assistant
06.2022 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Assisted in cataract surgeries and colonoscopies with sterile technique
- Prepared instruments, managed room turnover, and ensured OR readiness.
Arizona Retina Associates
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
03.2019 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Performed advanced diagnostic imaging, triaged patients, and supported physician procedures.
- Delivered patient education and maintained compliance with documentation standards.
Arizona Eye Specialist
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
05.2016 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Supported Ophthalmologist with manual refractions, laser procedures, and clinical scribing
- Ensured accurate documentation and streamlined clinic workflow
Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center
Team Lead & Surgical Scrub Assistant
02.2010 - 04.2016
Job overview
- Scrubbed for retina surgeries and in office procedures/ injections; led retinal clinical team.
- Oversaw surgical suite setup, turnover, and sterilization protocols.
- Performed intake, diagnostic imaging, and EMR documentation.
Education
Paradise Valley Community CollegePhoenix, AZ
Associate's of Applied Science from Nursing
12.2025
Mesa Community CollegeMesa, AZ
Nurse Assistant Program
11.2023
Skills
- Quality improvement
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Health promotion
- Simulation training
- Recording vital signs
- Compassion and empathy
- Diabetes management
- Disease prevention
- Patient records documentation
- Patient examination
- Health monitoring
Accomplishments
- Achieved high-quality clinical performance scores by completing medication administration simulations with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of 5 nursing students in the development of comprehensive care plan for a complex pediatric case.
- Documented and resolved abnormal assessment findings which led to timely provider notification and early intervention.
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
Clinical Experience
- Phoenix Mountain Post-Acute: Feb 2024
- Long Term Care
- Banner Del Webb Medical Center: Sep 2024- Oct 2024
- Medical-Surgical
- Arizona State Hospital: Nov 2024
- Psych
- Core Institute Specialty Hospital: Jan 2025-Feb 2025
- HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center: Apr 2024
- OB/ Labor & Delivery
Professional Development
- Electronic Health Records
- Cerner
- Lippincott Docucare
Timeline
Research Coordinator
Eye Doctors of Arizona
02.2023 - 11.2024
Surgical Assistant
Evernorth Outpatient Surgery Center
06.2022 - 07.2024
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Arizona Retina Associates
03.2019 - 06.2022
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Arizona Eye Specialist
05.2016 - 03.2019
Team Lead & Surgical Scrub Assistant
Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center
02.2010 - 04.2016
Mesa Community College
Nurse Assistant Program
Paradise Valley Community College
Associate's of Applied Science from Nursing