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Christian Aguilar

Christian Aguilar

Exercise Specialist
Sioux Falls,SD

Summary

Patient-focused Exercise Physiology with background working with cardiac patients and other special populations to help achieve health and wellness goals. Special expertise in health risk appraisal, comprehensive fitness testing and exercise prescription. Bringing [Degree] and extensive certifications including ACSM, BLS, and ACLS.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Clinical Exercise Specialist

Sanford Health Hospital
Sioux Falls , SD
01.2019 - Current

Utilizes scientific rationale to design, implement and supervise exercise programming for those with chronic diseases, conditions or physical limitations. Provides physical conditioning, reconditioning, risk factor reduction, and education by prescribing, conducting, and evaluating cardiovascular and metabolic exercise programs and physical exercise under the supervision of a physician. Researches acute and chronic physiological adaptations to physical activity, gaining a full understanding of how a chronic disease affects an individual prior to recommending exercise. Analyzes a patient's medical history to assess their risk during exercise and to determine the best possible exercise and fitness regimen for the patient.

Performs fitness and stress tests with medical equipment and analyzes the resulting patient data. Measures blood pressure, oxygen usage, heart rhythm and other key patient health indicators. Develops exercise programs to improve patient's health. Conducts controlled investigations of responses and adaptations to muscular activity. Performs dietary intake assessments and counsels on modifications needed, referring to dietitian as necessary in order to achieve goals.

Conducts weight management assessments and calculates body mass index (BMI) to determine proper category; develops goals for weight loss. Interprets values of lipid tests such as low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C), high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-C), total cholesterol, and triglycerides. Assists with diabetes management and tobacco cessation programs. Develops risk reduction and behavior modification plans to minimize future risk of chronic diseases and illness.

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Sanford Health
Sioux Falls , SD
06.2018 - 01.2019
  • Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips. While effectively communicating with appropriate staff and following algorithms to keep staff informed.

Nurse Assistant

Sanford Health
Sioux Falls, SD
11.2017 - 06.2018
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding all medical records.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Provided direct personal patient observation, care and assistance to [Number] patients per shift in [Type] medical facility.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.

Meat Specialist

Hyvee
Sioux Falls , SD
01.2012 - 09.2017
  • Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
  • Performed meat inspections and checked temperature environment to maximize food safety.
  • Educated [Number] staff members on specialty meat cuts, food handling methods and sanitation guidelines.
  • Used boning knife, skewers and twine to shape, lace and tie roasts.
  • Received and inspected [Number] incoming shipments of [Product] daily.

Education

High School Diploma -

Washington High School
Sioux Falls, SD
08.2009 - 05.2013

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD
08.2013 - 08.2017

Skills

Monitoring telemetry

Bilingual

Interpreting results

Conducting clinical tests

Active Listening

Written Communication

Training and Development

Interpersonal Communication

Planning and Coordination

Timeline

Clinical Exercise Specialist

Sanford Health Hospital
01.2019 - Current

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Sanford Health
06.2018 - 01.2019

Nurse Assistant

Sanford Health
11.2017 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

University of South Dakota
08.2013 - 08.2017

Meat Specialist

Hyvee
01.2012 - 09.2017

High School Diploma -

Washington High School
08.2009 - 05.2013
Christian AguilarExercise Specialist