Ryan Short
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Tolleson,AZ
Summary
Hardworking LNA skilled in performing tasks for numerous patients, communicating effectively with medical teams and using basic care equipment. Exceptionally well-versed in performing patient care, documenting/communication findings and results, and measuring patient vital signs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Associate
Banner Health
Phoenix, AZ
02.2021 - Current
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted with patient transfers and ambulation.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Promoted a safe work environment and constantly would check on and assist staff with various tasks throughout the work day.
Room Service Associate
Banner Health
Phoenix, AZ
06.2019 - 02.2021
- Completed ordered with speed and accuracy, maintaining exceptional service standards each day.
- Used downtime to get ahead of support work such as folding napkins, wrapping silverware and polishing glasses.
- Protected guests by following proper food handling procedures.
- Cleared dishes, trays and carts from rooms with discretion and professionalism.
- Met guests' needs by delivering meals and snacks and retrieving additional items.
- Verified accuracy and quality of orders before delivery.
Food Service Worker
Banner Health
Phoenix, AZ
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Education
High School Diploma -
University High School
Tolleson, AZ 08.2014 - 05.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 08.2018 - 12.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges - Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ 01.2023 - Current
Skills
Organizational skills
Relationship building
Patient care
Verbal and written communication
Documentation
Multitasking ability
Vital Signs
EKGs
Basic Phlebotomy
Timeline
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges - Estrella Mountain Community College
01.2023 - Current
Patient Care Associate
Banner Health
02.2021 - Current
Room Service Associate
Banner Health
06.2019 - 02.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
08.2018 - 12.2019
Food Service Worker
Banner Health
08.2017 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
University High School
08.2014 - 05.2018