JAWAD AZIMI
Wyoming,MI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional with emergency nursing experience and a strong interest in cardiovascular care. Seeking admission to the Grand Rapids Community College Cardiovascular Technology (CVT) Program to build advanced clinical and technical skills in invasive cardiology and contribute to high-quality patient care in fast-paced medical environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
In-person Dari/Persian Medical Interpreter
Voices For Health
Grand Rapids, Lansing, Kalamazoo In Michigan
10.2023 - Current
- Helped patients and healthcare providers communicate effectively despite language barriers.
- Maintained patient confidentiality and followed HIPAA guidelines while providing interpretation services.
- Assisted healthcare staff in understanding cultural differences to improve patient communication and care.
- Interacted with professionals in various healthcare fields, including cath labs, to learn about different career paths and explore my interests in healthcare.
- Occasionally shadowed healthcare staff while providing interpretation services to gain exposure to clinical environments and procedures.
Senior Program Manager
Japan International Cooperation Agency
Tsukuba, Japan
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Formulated multiple humanitarian projects with tight deadlines and budgets in collaboration with UN organizations under a completely new political environment in Afghanistan
- Modified on-going projects to adapt the changing environment in Afghanistan after Taliban took power
Project Manager (Women Economic Empower)
Japane International Cooperation Agency
Bamyan & Kabul, Afghanistan
11.2010 - 07.2021
- Developed and implemented a JICA-funded project with local NGOs to convert an underused 26-room facility in Bamyan into a vocational training center for women.
- Supported more than 500 women and girls in improving employability and starting small businesses.
- Coordinated vocational training, literacy, and entrepreneurship programs for women.
- Collaborated with community stakeholders to identify and refer women at risk of domestic violence to support services.
ER Nurse
Agha Khan Hospital
Bamyan, Afghanistan
04.2005 - 10.2010
- Provided emergency nursing care in a fast-paced ER environment.
- Administered medications, IV fluids, and emergency treatments as prescribed.
- Assisted physicians during trauma care and emergency procedures.
- Operated emergency medical equipment and monitored vital signs.
- Maintained accurate patient records and treatment documentation.
Education
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
American University of Afghanistan
Kabul, Afghanistan05-2017
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Business Economics
Avicenna University
Kabul, Afghanistan10-2014
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Institute of Health Science
Mazar-e-Sharif, Balkh Afghanistan12-2004
Languages
Dari
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Elementary
Timeline
In-person Dari/Persian Medical Interpreter
Voices For Health
10.2023 - Current
Senior Program Manager
Japan International Cooperation Agency
08.2021 - 02.2023
Project Manager (Women Economic Empower)
Japane International Cooperation Agency
11.2010 - 07.2021
ER Nurse
Agha Khan Hospital
04.2005 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Business Economics
Avicenna University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
American University of Afghanistan
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Institute of Health Science