HEIDI HERNANDEZ
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Approachable peer mentor with 5 years of solid experience providing guidance, support and mentorship. Collaborative and adept at facilitating workshops and training sessions. Strong communication skills and committed to fostering culture of growth and development.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
STEM Peer Mentor
California State University, Channel Island
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Support peers as they transition to college, cultivate a sense of community, encourage involvement in campus life, create networks, and give students the confidence to use the resources that will support their success.
- Shared resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentee's learning and development.
- Counseled 20 students individually to assist in overcoming obstacles, make proper choices to stay focused and adjust to college life.
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
Swabber
COVID, Infiniti Health LLC
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks
- Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools and equipment
- Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens.
- Screened more than 100+ students for COVID-19.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Beachwood Post-Acute & Rehab
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Complied with HIPAA standards in all patient documentation and interactions.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and eating, while ensuring patient comfort and safety
- Recorded and reported vital signs, observed changes in patients' conditions, and communicated with healthcare professionals to support patient well-being.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Supported needs of 25+ residents under long-term care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
California State University, University Dr
Camarillo, Channel Islands, CA12.2023
Associate - Behavioral and Social Sciences
LA Trade-Technical College
Los Angeles, CA06.2019
Associate - Natural Sciences
LA Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA06.2019
Skills
- Computer Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Communication Skills
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Financial Aid Applications
- Academic Support
- Work ethic
- Creativity
Certification
- Measuring and Maximizing Impact of COVID-19 Contact Tracing Certificate, 2022
- Bloodborne Pathogens Completion Certificate, 2022
Timeline
STEM Peer Mentor
California State University, Channel Island
12.2022 - 07.2023
Swabber
COVID, Infiniti Health LLC
03.2022 - 08.2022
Certified Nurse Assistant
Beachwood Post-Acute & Rehab
07.2020 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
California State University, University Dr
Associate - Behavioral and Social Sciences
LA Trade-Technical College
Associate - Natural Sciences
LA Trade Technical College
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