Ashton Helveston
Nashville,NC
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Scribe
Scribe America
05.2024 - Current
- Charted ~30 patient encounters each shift by recording information such as diagnosis, treatments, and prescriptions.
- Increased overall productivity of clinical staff by providing real-time scribing support during high-volume shifts, enabling better focus on direct patient care.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations by consistently maintaining patient confidentiality and protecting sensitive information during documentation processes.
Pediatric Emergency Department Volunteer
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with medical staff to create a welcoming and comforting environment for ~10 pediatric patients and their families each shift.
- Assisted in organizing and maintaining a child-friendly waiting area, ensuring a positive experience during stressful situations
- Provided support to families, offering assistance with non-medical needs and addressing inquiries
- Assisted with play activities to alleviate anxiety.
Scheduling and Operations Manager
Student Centers at Vanderbilt University
08.2022 - Current
- Empowered 25 employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Lead Teacher
Kindercare
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans, incorporating play-based learning and hands-on activities based on Kindercare curriculum
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development
- Regularly communicated with parents to provide updates on 20 children's progress and address concerns
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Development and Medicine, Health, & Society
Vanderbilt University
Nashville2025
Skills
- Spearheaded and led the Vanderbilt Relay for Life team, overseeing all aspects of the organization's activities and events
- Successfully organized and executed multiple fundraising events, resulting in a significant increase in funds raised for cancer research
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with campus organizations, local businesses, and community partners to enhance support and participation in Relay for Life
- Implemented strategic marketing and promotional campaigns, utilizing various platforms and social media channels to increase awareness and engagement within the Vanderbilt community
- Innovatively introduced new fundraising initiatives, contributing to the overall growth and success of the Vanderbilt Relay for Life chapter
- Led outreach efforts as the Outreach Coordinator for Camp Kesem at Vanderbilt, increasing awareness and participation in camp programs
President, Relay for Life at Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN — 2023-now
Outreach Coordinator, Camp Kesem at Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN — 2023-now
- Developed and executed targeted outreach strategies, resulting in a growth of 15 camper enrollment
- Established and maintained strong partnerships with local schools, community organizations, and healthcare providers to expand the reach of Camp Kesem's services to new families
- Coordinated and participated in community events, fairs, and festivals to promote Camp Kesem and recruit campers, volunteers, and donors
- Actively engaged with parents, campers, and volunteers to address inquiries, provide information, and foster a positive and supportive community
- Worked closely with local organizations and healthcare providers to identify and organize volunteer opportunities and create meaningful partnerships
- Acted as the primary liaison between the society and community partners, maintaining clear and consistent communication
- Collaborated with the executive board to strategize, plan events, and develop initiatives to increase member engagement and attendance
Community Service Chair, Vanderbilt Pre-Nursing Society, Nashville, TN — May 2024- now
Publications
Submitted Manuscripts : Keller, B., Rothenberg, E., Helveston, A., & Boles, J. (under revision) “It was definitely for a purpose that I was born this way”: Lived experiences of adolescents with chronic health conditions.
Research
Research Assistant, Vanderbilt University CHILL Lab, Nashville, TN, 2022-2023,
- This lab focuses on children's healthcare and the role of illness, legacy, and loss.
- Assist with literature reviews and article coding.
- Assist with participant recruitment and interviewing participants
Summer Intern, Tennessee Department of Health, Nashville, TN, Summer 2023
- I worked with an epidemiologist in the Newborn Screening Program to study the rise in home births and its possible effects on newborn screening rates in Tennessee.
- Conducted literature research on home birth history and trends.
- Assisted with data analysis, data entry, and graph curation.
- At the end of the summer, I presented our findings to the Genetic Advisory Committee
Research Assistant, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, 2022-2023
- Conducted literature research on healthcare trauma in pediatric patients
- Curated a specific aims page for a potential study on pediatric healthcare trauma.
- Worked with a mentor and fellow students to curate a scoping review of the literature on the effect of COVID on employee burnout in hospitals
Timeline
Medical Scribe
Scribe America
05.2024 - Current
Pediatric Emergency Department Volunteer
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher
Kindercare
05.2023 - 08.2023
Scheduling and Operations Manager
Student Centers at Vanderbilt University
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Child Development and Medicine, Health, & Society
Vanderbilt University