Ashley Meza Aguirre
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Dedicated individual seeking a position where I can utilize my skillset and expand my knowledge allowing for further growth in the field of nursing and looking to work for an organization that places a high priority on people, quality, and teamwork.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Laboratory Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
Irvine, United States
01.2022 - Current
- Verify request, patient, and specimen information
- Label vials accurately, Prepare specimens for transportation, Send blood samples to the lab
- Perform 50+ blood draws/collections using a variety of techniques
- Inpatient blood draws and responding to traumas 90% of shift in a fast paced environment
- Provided positive customer service, comfort, and show compassion and empathy to patient
- Plating specimens for culture testing
Clinical Logistics Coordinator
NKGen Biotech Inc.
Santa Ana, United States
07.2020 - 10.2024
- Proficient in FDA, CAP, and CLIA regulation with a strong understanding and familiarity for compliance
- Perform venipunctures and safely transport and store samples
- Supervise COVID Collections
- Manage and direct courier tasks and schedule on the daily basis
- Developed standard operating procedures (SOP's) and collaborated with teams during development of laboratory manuals
- Oversee inventory management for various clinical departments; clinical lab, donor center, and clinical study sites
- Ensure smooth day to day operation of laboratories
- Perform clerical and customer service responsibilities
Administrative Assistant
DK Shower Pans
Norwalk, United States
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Data Entry
- Generate Invoices/Receipts using QuickBooks
- Scheduling clerk with new and current clients
- Created Excel Spreadsheets regarding various projects
Project Coordinator
Direct Protect Security
Costa Mesa, United States
10.2015 - 06.2019
- Generate and collect alarm e-documents
- Scheduling clerk with new and current clients
- Resolve client complaints
- Handle company wide-billing; disputes/reimbursements/ Collections
Education
Vocational Nurse Program
Pacific College
Costa Mesa, CA03-2024
Phlebotomy Program -
American Harbor College
Orange, CA09.2019
Tustin Highschool -
Tustin Highschool
Tustin, CA06.2009
Skills
- Communication
- Bilingual
- Bedside Patient Care
- Time Management
- Documentation
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs
- Phlebotomy
- Catheter Care/Insertion
- NG Tube
- Tracheostomy/Colostomy Care
- Wound Care
- Bolus Feeding
Student LVN Clinical Experience
- The Groves of Tustin Senior Living - Geriatric Care
- Silverado Newport Mesa Memory Care Clinic - Rehabilitation/Skilled Facility
- Pelican Ridge Post Acute - Skilled Nursing Facility
- Huntington Valley Health Care - Short Term Rahab Center/Skilled Nursing
- Beverly Hospital - Med Surge
- Community Hospital of San Bernardino - Labor and Delivery
- Pediatric Care at Dignity Health - Subacute Center
Certification
- BLS Certificate, 10/2026
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician I
- Licensed Vocational Nurse #747176
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sr. Laboratory Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
01.2022 - Current
Clinical Logistics Coordinator
NKGen Biotech Inc.
07.2020 - 10.2024
Administrative Assistant
DK Shower Pans
06.2019 - 04.2020
Project Coordinator
Direct Protect Security
10.2015 - 06.2019
Vocational Nurse Program
Pacific College
Phlebotomy Program -
American Harbor College
Tustin Highschool -
Tustin Highschool