Alexis BENITEZ
Boston,Massachusetts
Summary
Healthcare professional with over ten years’ experience in adult, youth and geriatric care within hospital and assisted living environments. Recognized for ability to provide emotional and physical support to patients and families. Possess exceptional communication abilities, as well as cultural sensitivity to deal with a diverse range of people.
Highly skilled legal professional with extensive experience in litigation, contract negotiation, and legal research. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs and priorities. Expertise in legal analysis, case strategy, and client advocacy, combined with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Reliable and results-driven, with proven track record of success in high-pressure environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
HAPPENS Health Services Advocate
Children’s Hospital of Boston
Boston, MA
04.2023 - Current
- Provides sexual health education outreach for HAPPENS program
- Provides rapid and venipuncture HIV, RPR, and HEP C testing
- STI and hepatitis screening
- Risk assessment/reduction and supported referrals for HIV, STI and Hepatitis care onsite
- Documents bi-yearly assessments and individualized service plan with client
- Helps client navigate housing, food support, and referrals
- Provide administrative support for 3 medical providers
- Presents sexual health content at medical conferences
Inpatient Complex Surgery/Transplant Surgery
Children’s Hospital of Boston
Boston, MA
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Assisted approximately 6 patients with their personal needs, including bathing, toileting, and grooming
- Checked patient’s vitals including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse, and record
- Changed dressing and splints, ensuring that wounds are properly cleaned every time
- Assisted patient’s with ambulation and daily movement
- Assisted in bottle feeding and tube feeding when needed
- Transportation within hospital grounds
- Trains new employees to unit and hospital
- Helps form education plans for new employees
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Assisted approximately 5 patients with their personal needs, including bathing, toileting, and grooming
- Checked patient’s vitals including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse, and record
- Changed dressing and splints, ensuring that wounds are properly cleaned every time
- Assisted patient’s with ambulation and daily movement
- Assisted in bottle feeding and tube feeding when needed
Meriter Hospital – Unity Health
Madison, WI
06.2015 - 03.2021
- Contacted physicians and healthcare offices for patients and physicians
- Helped patients of every diversity and ability check into the emergency room with their individual needs in mind
- Planned daily structure and routine for emergency department
- Assisted approximately 10 patients with their personal needs, including bathing, toileting, and grooming
- Prepare and service meals with balanced nutrition, ensuring food safety
- Checked patient’s vitals including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse, and record
- Changed dressing and splints, ensuring that wounds are properly cleaned every time
- Trained new staff throughout employment, providing mentorship and guidance
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Mary’s Nursing Facility
Madison, WI
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Cared for an average of 10 different clients on a rotating schedule
- Trained new staff throughout employment, providing mentorship and guidance
- Performed light housekeeping duties including cleaning and meal delivery
- Assisted clients with bathing, clothing, and feeding
- Followed care plan, and ensured safety practices were consistently implemented.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Skaalen Nursing Facility
Stoughton, WI
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Cared for an average of 10 different clients on a rotating schedule
- Trained new staff throughout employment, providing mentorship and guidance
- Performed light housekeeping duties including cleaning and meal delivery
- Assisted clients with bathing, clothing, and feeding
- Followed care plan, and ensured safety practices were consistently implemented.
Education
Associate of Science -
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WISkills
- Phlebotomy
- Emergency Response
- Data Entry
- Patient Examinations
- Patient Education
- Examination Assistance
- Vitals
- Exams Communication
- Excellent Communication
- Time management
- Scheduling appointments
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Answering phone
- Negotiations
- Staff training and education
Publications
"Doxycycline adherence for the management of Chlamydia infections in adolescents and young adults: evaluating the impact of Health Service Advocates, 2025"
Gabriela Vargas1, Jad Bsat2, Jessica Addison1, Ida Assefa1, Alexis Benitez1, Tamara Prudent1, Susan Fitzgerald1, Lydia A. Shrier1, Maria Biancarelli1, Joshua Borus1
1Division of Adolescent/Young Adult Medicine, Boston Children’s Hospital, 300 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
2Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
Addison, J., Korkodilos, R., Assefa, I., Benitez, A., Fitzgerald, S., & Katz-Wise, S. L. (in press). Impact of a Multidisciplinary Healthcare Program on Healthcare Engagement of Young Adults Living with HIV. The Open Aids Journal.
Timeline
HAPPENS Health Services Advocate
Children’s Hospital of Boston
04.2023 - Current
Inpatient Complex Surgery/Transplant Surgery
Children’s Hospital of Boston
04.2021 - 04.2023
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin
07.2020 - 03.2021
Meriter Hospital – Unity Health
06.2015 - 03.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Mary’s Nursing Facility
08.2014 - 06.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Skaalen Nursing Facility
08.2012 - 08.2014
Associate of Science -
Madison Area Technical College