JACQUELINE TOVAR
Chicago,IL
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented healthcare professional with hands-on clinical experience in medical-surgical, rehabilitation, and mental health settings. Skilled in patient monitoring, vital signs assessment, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Seeking a Patient Care Technician or CNA position to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced hospital environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Center Operations Assistant
Holmes Student Center, Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Serve as first point of contact for students, staff, and visitors.
- Manage daily check-ins and facility operations to ensure smooth functioning.
- Maintain accurate records and perform data entry tasks.
- Assist with event coordination and interdepartmental communication.
- Resolve inquiries and conflicts while maintaining professionalism.
Mental Health Clinical Student Rotation
OSF Saint Katharine Medical Center
Dixon, IL
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted in the assessment and care of patients experiencing mental health conditions under licensed supervision.
- Monitored and documented patient behavior, mood, and treatment progress.
- Supported therapeutic interventions and facilitated patient engagement activities.
- Applied de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies in supervised clinical settings.
- Contributed to individualized care plans in collaboration with nursing staff.
Med Surg Clinical Student Rotation
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital
DeKalb, IL
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Monitored, recorded, and reported vital signs and patient symptoms to supervising nurses.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication adherence.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering a supportive environment for recovery.
- Maintained accurate patient records and ensured compliance with HIPAA and facility protocols.
Foundations in Nursing Clinical Student Rotation
DeKalb County Rehab and Nursing Center
DeKalb, IL
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, mobility, and feeding.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, reporting changes promptly to supervising nurses.
- Maintained accurate patient documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Administered medications under direct supervision of licensed nurses.
- Supported rehabilitation exercises under the supervision of licensed nurses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health and Human Sciences
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL12-2026
Skills
- Clinical Skills: Vital signs monitoring
- ADL assistance
- Patient documentation
- De-escalation techniques
- HIPAA compliance
- Technical Skills: Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Microsoft Office
- Languages: Fluent in English and Spanish
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Mental Health Clinical Student Rotation
OSF Saint Katharine Medical Center
03.2025 - 05.2025
Med Surg Clinical Student Rotation
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital
01.2025 - 03.2025
Foundations in Nursing Clinical Student Rotation
DeKalb County Rehab and Nursing Center
08.2024 - 12.2024
Student Center Operations Assistant
Holmes Student Center, Northern Illinois University
08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Health and Human Sciences
Northern Illinois University