Ashley Stark
MESA,AZ
Summary
Experienced Patient Care Assistant with background in providing high-quality care in fast-paced hospital environments. Strengths include exceptional communication, patient empathy, and teamwork skills vital for facilitating recovery and improving patient experiences. Current role involves coordinating with healthcare teams, assisting patients with daily tasks, and maintaining accurate medical records to support comprehensive patient care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Banner Gateway Medical Center
Gilbert, Arizona
10.2021 - Current
- Provided assistance to nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and transferring patients.
- Monitored vital signs including pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Collected specimens for laboratory tests upon request of medical staff.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided.
- Assisted with ambulation and positioning of patients according to their plan of care.
- Performed range-of-motion exercises with immobile patients to prevent muscle atrophy.
- Ensured proper nutrition by providing meals, snacks and fluids to patients as instructed by medical staff.
- Reported any changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse immediately.
- Provided emotional support for distressed patients and families during difficult times.
- Answered call lights promptly to ensure timely response to patient needs.
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Mesa, AZ
01.2018 - 10.2021
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
- Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
Crew Member
Wendy's
Mesa, AZ
07.2016 - 01.2018
- Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
- Restocked kitchen supplies including food products and utensils.
- Educated customers on menu items, product ingredients and nutritional values.
- Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
- Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.
- Adhered to health department regulations regarding food handling procedures.
- Monitored quality of food served to ensure it met company standards for presentation and temperature.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ05-2025
High School Diploma -
East Valley High School
Mesa, AZ05-2018
Skills
- ADL support
- Emotional Support
- Compassionate Care
- Relationship Building
- Safety Protocols
- Organizational Skills
- Patient Monitoring
- Infection control standards
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Quality of care standards
- Empathic
- Time Management
Certification
- BLS Certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Banner Gateway Medical Center
10.2021 - Current
Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
01.2018 - 10.2021
Crew Member
Wendy's
07.2016 - 01.2018
- BLS Certificate
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Scottsdale Community College
High School Diploma -
East Valley High School
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