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DESIREE RIBACK

MESA,ARIZONA

Summary

Care-driven professional with a strong commitment to advocating for vulnerable populations and addressing health disparities. Demonstrates patience and a deep understanding of the unique needs of aging adults, complemented by hospice experience. Public health expertise includes conducting community assessments, implementing evaluations, and applying health behavior theories and change models. Focused on enhancing quality of life for clients through education and support initiatives.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Wellness Coordinator

SOUTHWEST FIELD SERVICE LLC
MESA, ARIZONA
08.2018 - Current
  • Educated on pandemic safety protocols, including proper hand-washing techniques and the importance of screening.
  • Promoted awareness of available services to employees and coordinated immunization arrangements with institutions.
  • Advised managers on strategies to enhance team members' well-being.

Intern

Greater Valley Health Education Center
Mesa, Arizona
08.2019 - 12.2019
  • Organized health education workshops and community outreach events to increase engagement.
  • Supported staff in preparing educational materials for patient programs and presentations.
  • Collaborated with team members to create compelling content for health awareness campaigns.
  • Conducted research on health topics to enhance educational resources and presentations.

Certified Nursing Assistant (Home Health)

Senior Care Management Solutions, LLC
Phoenix, AZ
04.2017 - 08.2019
  • Enhanced patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care for aging clients.
  • Provided emotional support to families during compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress and reported condition changes to supervisors.

Key note speaker

Take Back the Night
04.2015 - 04.2016
  • Strengthened event safety measures through partnership with campus police.
  • Advocated for empowerment and consent initiatives in collaboration with students.
  • Raised awareness on issues affecting women and diverse gender identities through personal storytelling.

Rejoined the planning committee for the subsequent university event based on previous contributions.

Certified Nursing Assistant (Memory and LTC)

Avalon Southwest Health & Rehabilitation
Tucson, Arizona
08.2013 - 09.2015
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Monitored and documented physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in the patient's condition, and reported unusual symptoms and changes to the charge nurse.
  • Ensured a safe environment for all patients by monitoring their behaviors closely and intervening when necessary.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Maintained professionalism in emergency situations, assisting staff members in actions and monitoring patients.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams in order to provide comprehensive memory care, skilled rehabilitation, and locked units in group settings, and individually.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ
12-2019

Timeline

Intern

Greater Valley Health Education Center
08.2019 - 12.2019

Wellness Coordinator

SOUTHWEST FIELD SERVICE LLC
08.2018 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant (Home Health)

Senior Care Management Solutions, LLC
04.2017 - 08.2019

Key note speaker

Take Back the Night
04.2015 - 04.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant (Memory and LTC)

Avalon Southwest Health & Rehabilitation
08.2013 - 09.2015

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

Arizona State University
DESIREE RIBACK