CORINA DITFURTH
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20898 Mountain Gate Drive Riverside,CA
Summary
Dependable, bilingual healthcare professional (BLS certified) with over 7 years of experience in various high-volume healthcare settings. Committed to facilitating a positive patient experience through kind, compassionate care.
Overview
11
11
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Coroner Technician
Riverside County Sheriff's Department
Perris, CA
12.2018 - Current
- Perform COVID-19 testing on decedents.
- Conduct temperature checks on staff and visitors.
- Sanitize, restock, and organize receiving area and autopsy room.
- Successfully handle multiple tasks and remain calm under pressure.
- Assist pathologists with autopsies by setting up equipment, obtaining blood and fluid samples, accurately documenting weights.
DISPATCHER
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department
Rialto, CA
12.2007 - 04.2018
- Received over 1,500 911 and non-emergency calls per day to dispatch calls to appropriate agencies and officers on duty.
- Calmed distraught callers to ensure complete and accurate information was obtained.
- Worked independently, using sound judgment and initiative.
- Trained new employees and recently promoted staff.
- Updated policy and procedure manuals.
- Upheld confidentiality when accessing information.
Ambulatory Care Assistant
City Of Hope
Duarte, CA
12.2005 - 06.2008
- Measured and recorded patient vital signs, including weight, temperature, and blood pressure. Documented results with accuracy.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Updated patient on the status of their appointment. If necessary, assisted the patient with rescheduling.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Obtained drug refill authorization and communicated the information to the patient and health care team.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Citrus Valley Health Partners
Covina, CA
02.2002 - 02.2006
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patient's health status to nursing/medical staff.
- In medical emergencies, activated Code Blue and initiated CPR.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately documenting and communicating efficiently with all staff.
Education
Vocational- - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
La Puente, CA 01.2012 - 12.2021
Vocational- - Certified Nurse Assistant
Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
La Puente, CA 08.2002 - 12.2002
Vocational- - Medical Assistant
Bryman College
El Monte, CA 12.2000 - 07.2001
Skills
Fluent in Spanish
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Additional Information
- Licensed Vocational Nurse- BVNPT, #273334, Current
- Intravenous Therapy Certification
- BLS- American Heart Association, Current
Timeline
Coroner Technician
Riverside County Sheriff's Department
12.2018 - Current
Vocational- - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
01.2012 - 12.2021
DISPATCHER
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department
12.2007 - 04.2018
Ambulatory Care Assistant
City Of Hope
12.2005 - 06.2008
Vocational- - Certified Nurse Assistant
Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
08.2002 - 12.2002
Certified Nurse Assistant
Citrus Valley Health Partners
02.2002 - 02.2006
Vocational- - Medical Assistant
Bryman College
12.2000 - 07.2001