Ashley Jackson
Arlington,TX
Summary
Strong, Dedicated, Independent, Focused Healthcare Professional with 8 years of experience. Recognized for ability to provide emotional and physical support to patients and staff. Possess exceptional communication abilities, as well as cultural sensitivity.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver/Medication Aide
Windsor Senior Living
Dallas, TX
12.2017 - Current
- Administer prescribed medications to residents, responsible for reorders of medications.
- Ensure all medication are in stock and not expired .
- Send residents out to the hospital for falls or any other health issues, notify Family, Wellness Director and Primary Care Physician.
- Record vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by Wellness Director.
- Collect specimens, such as urine, feces, or sputum.
- Apply clean dressings, slings, stockings, or support bandages, under direction of Wellness Director or Primary Care Physician.
- Narcotic count before receiving keys to cart to assure all meds all signed and accounted for. Also, count with oncoming Med Aide to relieve me.
- Pass Medications to over 50 residents.
- Crush meds for residents whom has problems with swallowing.
- Give insulin via Insulin Pen.
- Sign out all medications given, notate if resident refused medications.
Patient Care Technician
Glenwood Regional Medical Center
Monroe, LA
11.2013 - 10.2017
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
- Coordinated patient care needs with healthcare team and delivered compassionate assistance with activities of daily living.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Assisted with patient admission, discharge and transfer to maximize facility efficiency.
- Improved patient care, safety and compliance by partnering with nurses.
- Kept unit well-stocked and efficient with necessary medical supplies.
Phlebotomy Technician
Monroe Medical Clinic
Monroe, LA
08.2012 - 10.2015
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station.
- Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories, and measuring vital signs.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name.
- Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts.
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history.
Education
Certification - Pharmacy Technician
First Response Medical Training
Shreveport, LACertification - Medical Assistant
First Response Medical Training
Skills
- Patient documentation
- Medication Administration
- Collecting specimens
- Monitoring fluids
- Quick problem solver
- Behavior redirection
- Medication ordering
- Charting
- Medication inventory processes
- Medical billing
- Inventory and supply management
- Phlebotomy
- First aid
- Vital sign monitors
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Caregiver/Medication Aide
Windsor Senior Living
12.2017 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Glenwood Regional Medical Center
11.2013 - 10.2017
Phlebotomy Technician
Monroe Medical Clinic
08.2012 - 10.2015
Certification - Pharmacy Technician
First Response Medical Training
Certification - Medical Assistant
First Response Medical Training