Sasha L. Carty Petty
Aberdeen
Summary
Motivated nursing student with academic and professional training, knowledge, and skills. I have a strong willingness to learn and contribute to the team. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, and a strong work ethic. I am energetic, dependable, and always receptive to feedback. I also take pride in delivering excellent patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Secretary
Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
Bel Air
08.2023 - Current
- As a unit secretary I perform clerical duties to include, answering phones, preparing patient admission charts, updating phone numbers for incoming nurses and PCTs and conduction patient follow up calls. I Interact with nurses, PCTs, physicians, visitors and patients. I assist ensuring a clean and safe environment and I regularly support daily operations on the department. I am BLS CPR certified.
Senior Patient Care Technician
UPMC, Community Osteopathic Hospital
Harrisburg
01.2022 - 07.2023
- As Senior Patient Care Technician on the medical-surgical unit I recorded patient vital signs, pain ratings, height, weight, pulse oximetry and I&O, and I reported changes in patient condition to the nurse or doctor. I worked with physical therapists assisting with ambulation of patients after surgery. I performed bladder scans, EKG, specimen collection, recorded blood glucose levels, D/C Foley catheters and stop and remove IVs at request of a Registered Nurse or Doctor. Set up telemetry equipment when requested by doctor. I provided personal care that includes pre-operative bathing, toileting, and turning or re-positioning patients. I updated patient information boards with current Nurse and PCT names. I promptly responded to emergencies and call bells. I reported faulty or broken equipment that needed repair to the appropriate department. I followed all hospital policies and procedures.
Resident Care Assistant /Medication Associate
The Woods at Cedar run
Camp Hill
12.2019 - 01.2022
- Provide care for seniors, who are unable to do so themselves. I prepare incident reports for accidents, injuries and emergencies at the facility. I communicate with health care professionals, to provide updates on residents. When performing my duties as a Medication Associate, I am responsible for administering and documenting various forms of prescription medication. I perform inventories to ensure accurate accountability of all drugs. I utilize web-based systems to review medical administration records and order prescriptions from the pharmacy.
Activities Assistant
The Gardens at Westshore
Camp Hill
01.2018 - 12.2019
- I develop Activity schedules, make plans for activities that keep the residents mentally engaged and physically active, helping them to enjoy their time in an assisted living facility. I chaperone shopping and recreational excursions. I assist residents with any immediate needs they might have that they are unable to handle alone such as toileting, change of clothing if necessary and assisting with meals. I create resident care plans based on their activity preferences and physical limitations including daily exercise programs; going for walks, stretches and stimulating sensory activities like hand massages. I assist the activities director in coordinating live entertainment and planning social events.
Unit Secretary
Colonial Park Care Center
Harrisburg
05.2017 - 01.2018
- I processed packets for new incoming residents, create a personal file, which are updated throughout their time with us. I processed the Unit nurses’ notes or reports and scheduled doctors’ appointments and period health checks. I process transfers for any resident changing units or facilities and out process residents who have left or are deceased.
Front Desk/ Clerk
Ramada Inn
Harrisburg
02.2017 - 05.2017
- I handled daily check in/ check out procedures, over saw kitchen operations during breakfast, scheduled room cleaning, and maintenance when necessary. I provided customer service to hotel guest via telephone and email correspondence.
Receptionist
Burton Croft Surgery
Leeds
10.2015 - 02.2016
- I answered and redirected calls, sent emails and handled patients’ questions or concerns. I scheduled and cancelled appointments, informed patients of openings or changes in the schedule. I dispatched janitorial staff where needed and ensured order in the reception area.
Care Assistant
Copper Hill Nursing Home
Leeds
08.2014 - 10.2015
- I worked as a care assistant on a dementia unit. Part of my responsibility was to ensure that the residents were safe and did not harm themselves, other residents, or staff members. I worked patiently with them daily on a personal basis to establish trust, that they would allow me to provide the care necessary for their wellbeing. I made daily reports of my interactions with the residents and noted any concerns or significant occurrences during my shift.
Care Assistant
Oak house Care home
Slough
04.2014 - 08.2014
- I conducted daily checks on residents, ensured they have a healthy, clean, and safe environment and living area. I assisted them with anything that they were unable to take care of themselves and accompanied them outdoors for recreational activities. I worked with nurses and doctors performing any procedures on the residents and acted as a familiar face for them to feel comfortable and safe.
Sales Associate
Pound World
Maidenhead
12.2013 - 08.2014
- As a sales associate, I worked stocking shelves, receiving goods through shipment, operating tills and registers, and handling customer service issues in the absence of a manager.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Harford Community College
Bel Air, MD08-2025
Associate of Science - Pre-Health Professions
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA08.2023
Professional Certificate - Health and Social Care, Adult Numeracy
Leeds City College
Leeds, England06.2013
High School Diploma -
Albena Lake-Hodge Comprehensive School
The Valley, Anguilla06.2011
Skills
- Patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nurse collaboration
- Health information management
- Effective communication
- Teamwork
- Time management
Certification
BLS CPR Certified by American Heart Association
Clinical Experience
- Upper Chesapeake Hospital Aberdeen- Aberdeen, MD- Emergency Department (90 Clinical Hours), Spring 2025.
- Medstar Harbor Hospital- Baltimore, MD- Labor and Delivery, Maternal New Born Nursing (45 Clinical Hours), Spring 2025.
- Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital- Baltimore, MD, Center for Pediatric and Neonatal Transitional Care, Pediatric Nursing (45 Clinical Hours), Spring 2025.
- Upper Chesapeake Hospital- Bel Air, MD, Medical Surgery, 4 Towers Observation (112.5 Clinical Hours), Fall 2024.
- Upper Chesapeake Hospital Aberdeen- Aberdeen, MD, Behavioral Health Unit, (45 Clinical Hours), Fall 2024.
- Lorien- Bel Air, MD- Assisted living & Brightview- Bel Air, MD- Long-term Care, Fundamentals of Nursing (90 Clinical Hours), Summer 2024.
References
- Katelyn, Phipps, (443) 643 2721 (Katelyn.phipps@umm.edu)
- Mary Kate Weigand, (mwiegand@harford.edu)
- Kendra, Mullenix, (804) 301 6948
- Chabelli, Cabrera, (973) 204 648
Timeline
Unit Secretary
Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Senior Patient Care Technician
UPMC, Community Osteopathic Hospital
01.2022 - 07.2023
Resident Care Assistant /Medication Associate
The Woods at Cedar run
12.2019 - 01.2022
Activities Assistant
The Gardens at Westshore
01.2018 - 12.2019
Unit Secretary
Colonial Park Care Center
05.2017 - 01.2018
Front Desk/ Clerk
Ramada Inn
02.2017 - 05.2017
Receptionist
Burton Croft Surgery
10.2015 - 02.2016
Care Assistant
Copper Hill Nursing Home
08.2014 - 10.2015
Care Assistant
Oak house Care home
04.2014 - 08.2014
Sales Associate
Pound World
12.2013 - 08.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Harford Community College
Associate of Science - Pre-Health Professions
Harrisburg Area Community College
Professional Certificate - Health and Social Care, Adult Numeracy
Leeds City College
High School Diploma -
Albena Lake-Hodge Comprehensive School
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