Compassionate healthcare professional with expertise in enhancing patient care and streamlining processes. Excels in fast-paced environments, ensuring high-quality outcomes and operational efficiency. Strong problem-solving skills and commitment to teamwork have led to improved patient care and workflow.
Work History
CVOR Surgical Technologist
11 Months
North Alabama Medical Center | 09.2025 - Current
Supported surgical teams by maintaining sterile environments for cardiovascular procedures, enhancing safety and compliance.
Organized and prepared surgical instruments to ensure optimal workflow during operations, contributing to successful surgical outcomes.
Supported the development of more efficient surgical processes by offering valuable input during team meetings.
Anticipated usual and unexpected events during surgical procedure and responded appropriately.
Contributed to the overall success of the surgical team by consistently adhering to established protocols, guidelines, and best practices within the CVOR setting.
Emergency Department Scribe
2 Years 4 Months
North Alabama Medical Center | 04.2024 - Current
Assisted physicians in providing high-quality care with thorough documentation of patient symptoms, diagnostic procedures, and treatment recommendations.
Stayed on top of current patient loads, reaching up to 40-50 patients in a 10 hour shift, to facilitate efficient and organized workflow.
Ensured accuracy in medical records by diligently reviewing charts for completeness and promptly addressing any discrepancies.
Bolstered physician-patient relationships by acting as an intermediary for communication, ensuring that all relevant information was accurately conveyed between parties.
Medical Volunteer
7 Months
Cardiovascular Institute Of The Shoals | 06.2024 - 01.2025
Collected vital signs and updated records.
Assisted with the organization and implementation of various health-related events, contributing to increased community engagement and public awareness on important topics.
Optimized patient flow within the facility by coordinating appointment scheduling efforts among multiple departments, minimizing delays or conflicts due to overlapping appointments.
Enhanced patient care by assisting medical professionals with clinical tasks and administrative duties.
Certified Line Cook Trainer
3 Years 4 Months
Longhorn Steakhouse | 12.2020 - 04.2024
Led comprehensive training programs for newly hired line cooks to quickly acclimate them to kitchen operations and procedures.
Fostered a culture of continuous learning within the kitchen team by staying up-to-date on industry trends and sharing new techniques or best practices with staff members.
Developed strong teamwork among staff members with clear communication, delegation of tasks, and fostering a positive work environment.
Collaborated with front-of-house staff to create cohesive dining experiences for guests from start to finish, resulting in return visits and positive reviews.
Church Volunteer
12 Years 3 Months
FBCCS and Florence Boulevard | 01.2012 - 04.2024
Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events, providing polite, friendly representation.
Taught children's Sunday school classes to impart values of faith.
Helped with special events such as Vacation Bible School to coordinate resources, spaces, and schedules.
Sourced and distributed food and supplies to those in need.
BOH Line Cook
1 Year 2 Months
Ricks BBQ | 03.2016 - 05.2017
Ensured consistent taste and quality by adhering to standardized recipes and carefully measuring ingredients.
Consistently met high volume demands while maintaining impeccable quality control standards for all dishes prepared.
Utilized strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities simultaneously under pressure during busy shifts.
Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and organizing workstations for optimal performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Alabama | Florence, AL | 12-2023
Relevant Coursework: Anatomy and Physiology 1, Chemistry 2, Genetics, Principles of Biology, Statistics
Extracurricular Activities: University of North Alabama Marching band
Associate of Science - Biology
Northwest Shoals Community College | Muscle Shoals, AL | 08-2021
Dean's List Fall of 2017, and Spring of 2018
Completed Dual Credit course in English Composition/Reading, General Psychology, US Government, US Economics
Relevant Coursework: Anatomy and Physiology 1&2, Microbiology, Physics 1&2, Chemistry 1, Medical Terminology