Lisa Ramirez
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dynamic Child Life Assistant with a proven track record at Phoenix Children’s Hospital, adept at implementing therapeutic play to enhance emotional well-being. Skilled in effective communication and creative thinking, I fostered supportive environments that reduced anxiety in pediatric patients, promoting positive experiences and social skills development through engaging activities.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Life Assistant
Phoenix Children’s Hospital
11.2015 - Current
- Collaborate with healthcare team to create a supportive environment for patients and families experiencing hospitalization.
- Provided therapeutic play activities to promote emotional well-being of pediatric patients.
- Organized special events and celebrations for pediatric patients, promoting a sense of normalcy while creating lasting memories for both children and their families.
- Communicated respectfully and thoughtfully with parents and guardians by remaining sensitive to different families' cultures, values and needs.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Maintained safe and inviting playroom environments by adhering to strict sanitation guidelines, ensuring optimal health conditions for patients.
- Facilitated group activities that fostered peer interaction among hospitalized children, enhancing social skills development amidst challenging circumstances.
- Established trusting relationships with patients by consistently offering empathetic care throughout their hospital stay.
- Enhanced patient experience by providing age-appropriate activities and emotional support to children in a hospital setting.
- Maintained a clean and safe play area, adhering to health standards and promoting positive experiences for patients and families.
- Organized materials for art and play therapy sessions, ensuring accessibility for all children on the unit.
- Trained and supervised volunteers to provide appropriate services to patients and families.
Instructional Assistant
Faith North Montessori School
08.2007 - 10.2015
- Supported instructional staff in lesson planning and classroom management.
- Monitored student progress, providing constructive feedback and encouragement during activities.
- Organized and maintained instructional materials, ensuring accessibility for teachers and students.
- Facilitated small group instruction, enhancing comprehension and engagement among students.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times such as lunch breaks or recess periods, maintaining safety standards at all times.
- Prepared instructional materials such as worksheets, visuals aids, or manipulatives according to teacher directives for effective lesson execution.
- Promoted a culture of respect and inclusion within the classroom, fostering positive relationships among students from diverse backgrounds.
Child Life Specialist
St Joseph’s Hospital Children’s Rehabilitative Services Outpatient Clinic
08.1991 - 10.2002
- Facilitated therapeutic play sessions to support emotional well-being of pediatric patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create individualized care plans for children and families.
- Provided education and resources to families regarding hospital procedures and coping strategies.
- Developed and implemented group activities aimed at enhancing social skills among hospitalized children.
- Provided medical play sessions to familiarize children with hospital equipment and procedures, decreasing fear and anxiety associated with healthcare experiences.
- Coordinated with volunteers to provide additional support services such as pet therapy visits or art programs to enhance patient experience further.
- Educated staff on child development theories and best practices in pediatric psychosocial care, enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration efforts.
- Assessed developmental needs of patients, tailoring intervention plans accordingly for improved coping skills.
- Provided pre-operative preparation to reduce anxiety in both patients and their families, resulting in smoother procedures.
- Developed age-appropriate interventions to alleviate stress and anxiety during medical procedures.
- Organized special events for patients and their families to promote socialization, normalization, and overall well-being during hospital stays.
- Mentored student interns in the field of child life, fostering professional growth and expanding program capacity.
Child Life Specialist
St. Joseph’s Hospital Children’s Health Center
05.1989 - 08.1991
- Implemented research-based best practices into daily work routines that resulted in positive outcomes for pediatric patients and families.
- Provided education and resources to families regarding hospital procedures and coping strategies.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create individualized care plans for children and families.
- Provided medical play sessions to familiarize children with hospital equipment and procedures, decreasing fear and anxiety associated with healthcare experiences.
- Provided pre-operative preparation to reduce anxiety in both patients and their families, resulting in smoother procedures.
- Developed age-appropriate interventions to alleviate stress and anxiety during medical procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.1988
Skills
- Activity implementation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliability
- Creative thinking
- Safety awareness
- Emotional support
- Planning and leading activities
Timeline
Child Life Assistant
Phoenix Children’s Hospital
11.2015 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Faith North Montessori School
08.2007 - 10.2015
Child Life Specialist
St Joseph’s Hospital Children’s Rehabilitative Services Outpatient Clinic
08.1991 - 10.2002
Child Life Specialist
St. Joseph’s Hospital Children’s Health Center
05.1989 - 08.1991
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Arizona State University
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