Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
ENGAGEMENT/Research Assistant
Institute for Population and Precision Health UChicago
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - Current
Responsible for the recruitment of participants for up to five health studies
Created events with community organizations for recruitment and information to potential participants
Aided in data collection of participant height, weight, and biomedical samples
Assisted participants in their surveys and consent.
Participated in team meetings to discuss progress on ongoing projects or brainstorm ideas for future endeavors.
Managed multiple research projects simultaneously while ensuring accurate record keeping.
Organized and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data using statistical software packages such as SPSS or STATA.
Utilized knowledge of scientific principles and techniques to troubleshoot problems encountered during the course of research.
Gathered data from various sources, including online databases, libraries, and interviews with experts.
Collaborated with other researchers in developing study designs, methods, and tools for data collection.
Conducted primary and secondary research to identify relevant information for project development.
Provided support for faculty members with grant applications related to research projects.
Set up, calibrated, and maintained laboratory and field research equipment.
Participated in extra training and courses to refine and improve upon industry knowledge.
Presented experimental findings in presentations with graphs, charts and other visual aids.
Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens and samples.
Reduced occurrence of lab test errors for improved reliability and to avoid need for retesting.
Supervised supplies in inventory and notified supervisor of low stock levels.
Processed hematology and chemistry samples.
Analyzed experimental results and determined whether results fit within standard procedures.
CHILDCARE PROVIDER
Myself
Chicago, IL
01.2013 - Current
Supported the developmental needs of children across different age ranges, including toddlers through pre-teens
Ensured meals aligned with parents' specified dietary requirements
Maximizes the quality of rest for every child by carefully planning and coordinating their sleep patterns.
Establishing trust through consistent communication with both parents and kids.
Enforcing discipline when necessary but always doing so calmly and respectfully.
Instructing children in basic hygiene practices such as brushing teeth or washing hands.
Using problem-solving skills to anticipate potential issues before they arise.
Encouraging healthy physical activity by taking walks together or playing games outside.
NURSING TRAINING
St. Joes
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 01.2023
Acquired expertise in the fundamentals of Nursing
Collaborated on initiatives to ensure patient safety
Proficient in recording and analyzing patients' vital signs as well as carrying out phlebotomy techniques.
Performed patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system.
Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices within clinical setting.
Prepared medications for administration by reading physicians' orders accurately and following established procedures for administration of drugs safely.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing quality care.
Provided emotional support and advocacy for patients and their families.
Conducted basic physical exams such as measuring height, weight, BMI and recording results in patient charts.
Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, and respiration rate according to established protocols.
Communicated effectively with patients and their families to ensure understanding of treatment plans and instructions.
Translator and Interpreter
The Resurrection Project, TRP
Chicago, IL
02.2024 - 04.2024
Communicated regularly with clients regarding changes or updates needed in translated materials.
Attended seminars or workshops related to new developments in the field of translation and interpreting.
Provided written translations of legal, medical, and technical documents.
Edited translated materials to ensure accuracy of content, spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax, and formatting.
Interpreted conversations between Spanish-speaking clients and English-speaking staff members.
Proofread translated documents before submitting them to the client for review.
Researched cultural differences related to language usage in order to provide accurate translations.
Performed quality assurance checks on completed translations prior to delivery to customers.
Translated documents from English to Spanish and vice versa for various clients.
Assisted with the development of language training programs for staff members who needed to learn a foreign language for business purposes.
Demolition Laborer
Family Business
Chicago, IL
07.2015 - 08.2024
Dismantled barriers in order to facilitate the installation of refreshed partitions
Assisted in laying the groundwork for rebuilding company infrastructure
Contributed recommendations on the organization of various house sections
Ensured that all hazardous waste was disposed of properly according to regulations.
Assisted in the demolition of buildings and other structures using hammers, crowbars, and other tools.
Cleaned up any messes created during the course of the job quickly and efficiently.
Removed debris from job sites to designated areas for disposal or recycling.
Operated various hand and power tools including jackhammers, saws, drills, wrenches.
Education
Bachelor of Natural Science - Forensic Science
Dominican University
River Forest, IL
05.2024
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Epic Academy
06.2019
Skills
Statistical software
Observational research
Teaching assistance
Content analysis
Multilingualism
Lab Safety
Data Analysis
Quality Assurance
Clerical Support
Recordkeeping
Laboratory Testing
Survey Administration
Equipment Maintenance
Tissue Processing
Field research
Statistical Analysis
Document Management
Specimen Preparation
Multitasking and Organization
Specimen handling expertise
Work Prioritization
Flexible Schedule
Microsoft Office
Interpretation of findings
Languages
English
Spanish
Awards
Senior of the Year - Dominican University 2024
Academic Achievement Award - Dominican University 2023-2024
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Translator and Interpreter
The Resurrection Project, TRP
02.2024 - 04.2024
ENGAGEMENT/Research Assistant
Institute for Population and Precision Health UChicago
Research Coordinator / Adjudication Assistant at Population Health Research Institute/ HHSResearch Coordinator / Adjudication Assistant at Population Health Research Institute/ HHS