Darren Espinoza
Commerce City,CO
Summary
Reliable Hospital Corpsman with 8 years of medical care experience, including administering medication and vaccinations, phlebotomy and emergent care. Well-versed in communicating complex concepts to patients while maintaining structure and organization in high-pressure situations. Eager to foster corporate mission through hard work and commitment to patient care. Patient-focused Corpsman proudly offering top-notch Direct Patient Care and Emergent Medical Care talents. Hardworking and dedicated professional dedicated to assisting physicians with examinations and treatments. First aid and CPR certified with ability to immobilize patients and administer drugs, orally or by injection. Personable physical therapy team member well-versed in gathering vital statistics, completing tests and showing patients how to complete exercises as part of multi-dimensional recovery programs. Highly organized and adaptable with good communication, interpersonal and problem-solving abilities. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Exercise Physiologist
Peak Physical Therapy and Wellness
Denver, CO
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented individualized exercise programs for clients to meet their specific needs.
- Educated patients on the benefits of physical activity and how to safely incorporate exercise into their daily routines.
- Monitored patient progress through regular follow-up visits, conducting re-assessments as needed.
- Conducted assessments of clients' health and fitness levels, including body composition analysis, cardiorespiratory testing, muscular strength and endurance measurements.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals in developing treatment plans for patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes or heart disease.
- Instructed participants in proper technique for a variety of activities such as yoga, Pilates, weight lifting and aerobics.
- Maintained detailed records of each client's progress throughout the program.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, collecting payments and completing paperwork related to insurance claims.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay up-to-date with new developments in exercise physiology research.
- Provided ergonomic advice about posture, body mechanics and workplace design to reduce musculoskeletal strain.
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
Camp Pendleton South, CA
07.2013 - 04.2021
- Assisted over 400 Marines in returning to full duty, cutting downtime and expenses.
- Provided leadership, delegation and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
- Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
- Administered medical care for range of conditions and basic health concerns including immunization, medications and blood draws.
- Coordinated and executed transport of sick and injured patients as needed.
- Provided emergency medical care, including conducting physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
- Transported sick and injured and conducted preliminary physical examinations.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- 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.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Assisted medical staff with patient care, including taking vital signs and administering medication.
- Conducted physical examinations, immunizations and health screenings for patients.
- Provided clinical instruction to lower ranking personnel on topics related to disease prevention and health promotion.
- Maintained medical records in accordance with Navy regulations.
- Instructed sailors on proper sanitation techniques to prevent the spread of infection.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving trauma or cardiac arrest in order to provide life-saving measures such as CPR or first aid.
- Ensured compliance with all safety protocols within the hospital setting.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications as prescribed by a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Troubleshooted medical equipment malfunctions in order to restore functionality quickly and safely.
- Assessed wounds for signs of infection or other abnormalities before dressing them appropriately.
- Provided emotional support to patients who were experiencing distress due to illness or injury.
- Educated military personnel about preventive healthcare practices such as hand washing and diet modification.
- Organized medical records electronically according to established standards.
- Maintained health records for marine platoons.
- Performed both emergency and routine medical procedures in high-pressure environments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cortez High School
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Emergency medical care
- Medication Administration
- IV fluid administration
- Physician support
- Phlebotomy expertise
- Vital signs management
- Specimen collection
- Outpatient care
- Patient Management
- Transporting patients
- Measuring bodily fluids
- Documenting behaviors
- Feeding assistance expert
- Wound care specialist
- Supporting personal needs
- Tube feedings and medications familiarity
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Medical Records Management
- Responding to emergencies
- Direct Patient Care
- Companionship and emotional support
- Patient Assessments
- Inpatient care
- Mobility Assistance
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team building
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Immunization Administration
- Hospital Staff Support
- IV Insertion
- Infection control procedures
- Blood collection
- Vital signs assessment
- Demonstrating exercise safety
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Performing exercise tests
- First aid response
- Physical assessments
- Documenting vitals
- Safety understanding
- Rehabilitation
- Health Education
- Strength training
- Patient Care
- Team Collaboration
- Continuous Improvement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Professionalism
- Multitasking
- Active Listening
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Basic Life Savers
Languages
English
Professional
Spainish
Limited
Timeline
Exercise Physiologist
Peak Physical Therapy and Wellness
05.2023 - 08.2023
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
07.2013 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Cortez High School
- Basic Life Savers
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