Daisy Lopez
Tustin,CA
Summary
Dedicated Nursing Student with extensive experience as a Medical Assistant, skilled in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and supporting daily activities. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I’m committed to providing compassionate, personalized care and eager to bring my skills as a CNA while continuing to grow in the nursing field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Owner
Dippin Daisy - Founder
Tustin, CA
01.2021 - Current
- Designed and crafted eye-catching desserts for special occasions, including personalized cakes, chocolate-covered strawberries, bouquets, and more.
- Successfully marketed and fulfilled over 80 online orders during major holidays, handling all aspects of sales and customer service independently.
Medical Assistant
St. Jude Heritage Women's Health Center
Fullerton
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted with prenatal and gynecological exams, including preparing patients, taking vital signs, and documenting medical histories in electronic health records.
- Provided patient education on prenatal care, contraception, and postpartum recovery, ensuring clear communication and addressing patient concerns.
- Supported physicians during procedures such as pap smears, ultrasounds, and in-office surgeries, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow while maintaining patient comfort.
Medical Assistant
Valeria Kozak Pediatrics
Tustin, CA, CA
12.2017 - 11.2022
- Served as the lead back office medical assistant in a high-volume pediatric clinic, ensuring seamless clinic operations and patient care.
- Expertly prepared and administered medications, including injections and vaccinations, tailored to pediatric patients ranging from newborns to young adults (0-20 years).
- Accurately obtained and documented comprehensive patient information, including medical history, medications, symptoms, allergies, and vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, heart rate, temperature) for a diverse age group.
- Managed medical supplies and inventory, including the meticulous handling of vaccine shipments, ensuring consistent availability of critical resources.
Tutor
Private Math and Science Tutoring K-12
Tustin, CA
06.2018 - 02.2022
- Tutored K-12 students with ADHD and other learning challenges, creating personalized learning plans to meet their unique needs.
- Enhanced student confidence by teaching effective study habits and exam strategies, reducing academic anxiety.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework, address skill gaps, and strengthen weaknesses, resulting in improved academic performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06.2021
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Monitoring and recording vital signs
- Administering injections
- CPR/AED & BLS certified
- Charting & EHR management
- Basic phlebotomy skills
- Strong communication
- Medical terminology knowledge
- EKG familiarity
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association, Expires 03/2026
- Clinical Medical Assistant - U.S. Colleges of Health & Human Services
Affiliations
Mother/Baby Unit Volunteer
Orange County Global Medical Center - Orange, CA
June 2016 – August 2017
· Assisted nursing staff with patient care in the Mother/Baby unit, including room preparation and patient comfort measures.
· Helped with administrative tasks such as organizing patient charts and maintaining a clean and organized unit environment.
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Clinical Rotations
· Medical-Surgical: Providence St. Joseph Hospital - Orange, CA
· Obstetrics: Kaiser Permanente - Irvine, CA
· Pediatrics: Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) - Orange, CA
· Mental Health: Royale Health Care Center - Santa Ana, CA
· Advanced Medical-Surgical: St. Jude Providence - Fullerton, CA
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Assistant
St. Jude Heritage Women's Health Center
12.2022 - 08.2023
Business Owner
Dippin Daisy - Founder
01.2021 - Current
Tutor
Private Math and Science Tutoring K-12
06.2018 - 02.2022
Medical Assistant
Valeria Kozak Pediatrics
12.2017 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia University Irvine
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California, Irvine