Ashley Sistanich
Lennox,SD
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with a proven track record in educational and healthcare settings, notably with the American Heart Association. Excelled in developing engaging instructional materials and fostering team spirit as a Competitive Cheerleading Coach. Known for quick learning, exceptional organizational skills, and reliable leadership. Achieved significant improvements in student certification rates and patient care standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CPR Instructor
American Heart Association
05.2022 - Current
- Recorded student attendance and progress during each session to identify deficiencies.
- Provided feedback on student progress throughout the courses.
- Taught complete requirements to help participants pass official CPR certification.
- Scheduled classes, coordinated instructor assignments, and managed program resources efficiently.
- Developed instructional materials, including handouts and visual aids, to supplement classroom instruction.
- Provided guidance on how individuals can respond safely when faced with an emergency situation.
- Adapted teaching approaches to age, experience and ability of participants to meet course objectives.
Patient Care Technician
Davita
Sioux Falls, SD
06.2017 - Current
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off dialysis chairs or beds.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Assisted patients in understanding the dialysis process and answering their questions.
- Performed daily maintenance on dialysis machines, such as cleaning and sterilization.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives within the facility's dialysis unit.
- Evaluated access sites for infection or other complications prior to initiating treatment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Instructed patients on proper diet, medications, and other lifestyle modifications related to their renal failure.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while performing duties in the dialysis unit.
- Maintained accurate records of patients' medical history and treatment plans in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Competitive Cheerleading Coach
American Cheer Elite
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child's progress and any upcoming events or changes to the schedule.
- Put together arrangements for team travel, documented expenses and submitted reports.
- Worked closely in training capacity with fellow student-athletes during off-season.
- Built strong media and community relationships through positive interaction and communication in support of sports program.
- Planned and implemented weekly practices for competitive cheerleading teams.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Attended all competitions with the team in order to provide support and encouragement during performances.
- Reviewed team appearance, mental readiness and physical form before each game or event.
- Created choreography for routines that were exciting, challenging, and age-appropriate.
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Developed exercise regimens targeting individual athlete needs.
Power & Grace Wildcats Competitive Cheer Coach
Power & Grace Gymnastics
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2011 - 05.2020
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and upcoming activities and events.
- Tracked progress of each squad member and provided feedback when necessary.
- Conducted exercising drills to improve flexibility, stamina and strength of each player.
- Organized and escorted students on field trips to competitive and non-competitive cheer events, cultivating sense of participation in broader community and enriching program experience.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Planned strategies and selected optimal team lineups to execute game plans.
- Encouraged team members to become stronger, more agile athletes and more successful competitors through focus, effective training and proper nutrition.
- Communicated with coaches and athletes to discuss tournaments, competitions and other events.
- Encouraged team spirit among participants while maintaining discipline at all times.
- Readied team to compete in tournaments and other special events.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Readied cheerleaders for challenging event and games with demanding schedule of practices.
Direct Support Professional
LifeScape
Sioux Falls, SD
11.2014 - 12.2017
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
- Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
Education
Diploma -
Roosevelt
Sioux Falls, SD12.2013
Skills
- Dedicated Professional
- Quick Learner
- Works well with a team
- Can take action as a team leader if needed
- Stays on task
- Organized
- Reliable employee
- First aid training
Accomplishments
- Graduated early and started working a full-time and two part-time jobs.
- Developed customer service skills at a call center.
- Maintained a 4.0 GPA while caring for a sick family member.
- Served as a cheerleader and captain, developing leadership skills.
- Became a nationally certified dialysis tech (CCHT).
- Attended DTX22 conference and received the ‘GeTECHnical’ award.
- Became a CPR instructor and started schooling for ASN on a full ride scholarship.
Timeline
CPR Instructor
American Heart Association
05.2022 - Current
Competitive Cheerleading Coach
American Cheer Elite
06.2020 - 05.2022
Patient Care Technician
Davita
06.2017 - Current
Direct Support Professional
LifeScape
11.2014 - 12.2017
Power & Grace Wildcats Competitive Cheer Coach
Power & Grace Gymnastics
05.2011 - 05.2020
Diploma -
Roosevelt
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