AVERY WILTZ
Palmdale,CA
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience at Antelope Valley Medical Center, excelling in patient care and safety. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and advocate for patient needs, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Skilled in documentation and fostering a supportive environment, enhancing patient comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Technician
Antelope Valley Medical Center
Lancaster, CA
11.2021 - 10.2025
- Assisted with patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for efficient documentation and information retrieval.
Patient Care Associate
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
Valencia, CA
02.2016 - 03.2024
- Assisted with various diagnostic procedures such as drawing blood samples, obtaining EKG readings, and collecting urine specimens for laboratory testing.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by communicating pertinent patient information during detailed handoff reports.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
CNA
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center
Fountain Valley, CA
10.2012 - 04.2015
- Advocated for patient needs, fostering a supportive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Patient Care Technician
Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Laguna Hills, CA
11.2009 - 09.2012
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Education
High School Diploma - Anatomy
Hamilton High School
Los Angeles, CA05-1989
Skills
Patient care
Patient transportation
Healthcare ethics
Documentation
Patient safety
Patient motivation and encouragement
Certification
Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Nurse Technician
Antelope Valley Medical Center
11.2021 - 10.2025
Patient Care Associate
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
02.2016 - 03.2024
CNA
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center
10.2012 - 04.2015
Patient Care Technician
Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
11.2009 - 09.2012
High School Diploma - Anatomy
Hamilton High School