ALMA PINA ARMENTA
Big Spring
Summary
Healthcare professional pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Seeking to apply strong laboratory, clinical, and patient-care skills in a professional nursing environment while contributing to high-quality patient outcomes and continuing professional growth. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Lab Assistant | Sterile Instrument Technician
Scenic Mountain Medical Center
Big Spring
05.2022 - Current
- - Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment following established protocols.
- - Maintain accurate records of sterilization loads, biological indicators, and equipment maintenance logs.
- - Perform quality assurance checks to ensure instruments meet sterile standards before distribution.
- - Performed daily quality control, calibration, and maintenance of specialized instruments to support hematology, chemistry, serology, immunology, and blood bank testing.
- - Collected blood specimens via venipuncture and managed laboratory inventory and documentation using Meditech systems.
- - Collaborated with multidisciplinary hospital staff to ensure timely and accurate test results in a fast-paced environment.
- - Achievements: Clinical Ladder Participant (June–December 2023); Employee of the Month (April 2023).
Receptionist / Medical Assistant / Non-Certified Radiology Technician
Affordacare Urgent Care
Big Spring
05.2021 - 05.2022
- - Managed patient check-in, insurance verification, and record documentation using Athena Health, Availity, and Solve systems.
- - Assisted providers by obtaining vitals, medical histories, performing injections, phlebotomy, and assisting with minor procedures.
- - Conducted x-rays (chest, spine, abdomen, ribs, extremities, sinuses, hips, pelvis) while maintaining radiation safety standards and HIPAA compliance.
Substitute Teacher
Big Spring Independent School District
Big Spring
01.2021 - 05.2021
- - Served as a long-term substitute for a reading teacher, instructing and managing up to 50 students in both in-person and virtual classrooms.
- - Delivered curriculum in alignment with state education standards and maintained classroom organization and discipline.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center – School of Nursing
Odessa, TX12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Minor in Chemistry
University of Texas of The Permian Basin
12.2020
Associate of Science -
Howard College
06.2018
Distinguished Diploma -
Big Spring High School
05.2017
Skills
- Quality Control & Calibration
- Language: Spanish
- Patient Care
- Team Collaboration
- Electronic Health Records (Meditech, Athena Health, Cerner)
- Charting & Documentation
- Collaboration & Professional Communication
- Patient Education & Customer Service
- Time Management & Organization
- Sterilization Procedures
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Certification
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Clinical Lab Assistant | Sterile Instrument Technician
Scenic Mountain Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Receptionist / Medical Assistant / Non-Certified Radiology Technician
Affordacare Urgent Care
05.2021 - 05.2022
Substitute Teacher
Big Spring Independent School District
01.2021 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center – School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Minor in Chemistry
University of Texas of The Permian Basin
Associate of Science -
Howard College
Distinguished Diploma -
Big Spring High School