Amanuel Yaynu Hiskias
Takoma Park
Summary
Motivated and dedicated pre-nursing student with a strong background in public health, safety, and customer-focused service. Over six years of professional experience in healthcare and environmental health settings, along with U.S.-based service leadership roles. Currently completing prerequisite coursework for an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program at Grand Canyon University. Known for compassion, reliability, strong interpersonal skills, and commitment to high-quality care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driver
Lyft
01.2025 - Current
- - Provided safe, reliable transportation with a strong focus on customer satisfaction
- - Maintained professional communication and positive rider experiences
- - Demonstrated responsibility, time management, and consistency
Host & Manager
Sheger Spring Ethiopian Café
10.2023 - 08.2024
- - Built strong relationships with customers through respectful and attentive service
- - Managed daily operations while ensuring high customer satisfaction
- - Demonstrated reliability, leadership, and strong work commitment
Environmental Health & Safety Manager
EMH Construction PLC
09.2018 - 01.2021
- - Oversaw workplace safety and health compliance
- - Conducted risk assessments and implemented preventive measures
- - Trained staff on health and safety standards
Health care provider
Ethio-medical Medium Clinic
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Adult OPD physician assistant
- Clinical nursing care and medication technician
- Provided patient care and support in diverse healthcare settings.
- Assisted in developing and implementing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients on health management and preventative measures for chronic conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient care and treatment.
Public Health Officer
Mezezo Health Center
01.2014 - 01.2017
- under 5 OPD focal person and representative
- Health Extension supervisor, Adult OPD Case team leader and a Performance monitoring team member
- coordinator in the community High school youth groups for assessing, monitoring and evaluating the knowledge, practice and attitude towards HIV/AIDS and related health issues
- Supported maternal and child health programs
- Assisted in patient education and preventive healthcare initiatives
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing Management
Unity University
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia02-2023
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Haramaya University
Harar, Ethiopia07-2014
Skills
- - Patient & Community Care
- - Customer Service & Relationship Building
- - Health & Safety Compliance
- - Risk Assessment
- - Team Collaboration
- - Professional Communication
- - Time Management & Reliability
- - Adaptability & Lifelong Learning
Certification
- Integrated Management of Newborn and Childhood Illness (IMNCI) and Community-Based Newborn Care (CBNC)
- PC SKILLZ
- Computer Maintenance and Networking
Languages
Amharic – Native
English – Fluent
Timeline
Driver
Lyft
01.2025 - Current
Host & Manager
Sheger Spring Ethiopian Café
10.2023 - 08.2024
Environmental Health & Safety Manager
EMH Construction PLC
09.2018 - 01.2021
Health care provider
Ethio-medical Medium Clinic
08.2017 - 09.2018
Public Health Officer
Mezezo Health Center
01.2014 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Marketing Management
Unity University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Haramaya University
Career Goal
To become a registered nurse through an Accelerated BSN program and provide compassionate, evidence-based care while continuing professional growth in healthcare.