Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Interests
Certification
Timeline
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Jolie Lizana

Slidell,LA
Jolie Lizana

Summary

Professional advocate with robust knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pulmonary arterial hypertension.


Using Word Press for BreathtakingAwareness.com.

Using platform Breathtaking Awareness to advocate and raise awareness for PH. Social media content creation, in various formats. Website maintenance and research to ensure I have the most up to date information possible.


Partner collaboration with several organizations.


Adaptable to evolving needs and technology.

Skilled in communication and conflict resolution.

Reliable and results-driven with focus on delivering impactful solutions.

Overview

15
years of professional experience

Work History

Breathtaking Awareness

Advocate
10.2013 - Current

Job overview

  • Evaluated needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each engagement.
  • Delivered friendly service and offered expert support in every interaction.
  • Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
  • Identified areas of improvement for clients'' operations, implementing targeted solutions to increase productivity.
  • Delivered high-quality presentations to stakeholders, effectively communicating project objectives and results.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire representation process.
  • Managed complex caseloads with diligence, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely resolution of cases.
  • Assisted individuals in navigating processes and procedures to resolve issues, understand rights and express views.
  • Maintained positive relationships with community to build and nurture dynamic partnerships.
  • Represented clients effectively, achieving positive outcomes through persuasive oral presentation with thorough preparation.
  • Worked effectively with fellow team members to coordinate effective solutions to any question or concern.
  • Implemented technology solutions for data management, improving efficiency and data accuracy.
  • Advocated for policy changes by participating in legislative meetings, using lived expertise to influence public policy.
  • Initiated and maintained strong professional relationships with clients, leading to high retention rates and referrals.
  • Improved client satisfaction by maintaining open lines of communication.
  • Participated in professional development EMS guidelines for National protocols
  • Provided administrative support and research for National organizations
  • Compiled documentation, ensuring accuracy and detail for legislative meetings to push forward bills and laws to protect the vulnerable population
  • Applied current editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
  • Boosted brand engagement by creating compelling social media posts and campaigns.
  • Strengthened content through proofreading and editing.
  • Enhanced brand recognition through the development of tailored marketing materials and visually appealing graphics.

Ochsner Medical Center

Sonographer
12.2010 - 06.2013

Job overview

  • Collaborated with radiologists for timely and accurate reporting of findings, improving patient care.
  • Reduced patient anxiety, providing calm and reassuring environment during sonographic exams.
  • Assisted radiologists with complex sonographic procedures, facilitating provision of comprehensive care.
  • Supported physicians in making informed diagnoses with thorough documentation of sonographic findings and relevant clinical information.
  • Demonstrated versatility in performing various types of ultrasounds including abdominal, obstetrical, vascular, musculoskeletal, and small parts examinations.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing clear explanations of ultrasound procedures and addressing concerns.
  • Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions, and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Reduced appointment wait times by optimizing scheduling processes and efficiently managing daily workload.
  • Increased diagnostic accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in capturing high-quality images.
  • Streamlined workflow by maintaining organized workstations and ensuring proper equipment maintenance.
  • Monitored and managed inventory and supply levels of sterile and non-sterile items, contrast materials, catheters, films, and chemicals.
  • Improved department efficiency through proficient use of electronic medical records and PACS systems.
  • Captured images using mobile equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and patients' bedsides.
  • Contributed to team goals by consistently meeting or exceeding productivity targets without compromising quality.
  • Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients, contributing to a positive and supportive environment.

Education

Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA

from Concentration in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
06-2010

University Overview

  • Honors


  • Dean's List


  • Professional Development: Psychology
  • 3.8 GPA


  • summa cum laude graduate

Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA

No Degree from Emergency Medicine
05-2010

University Overview

  • Dean's List


  • summa cum laude graduate

Skills

  • Website maintenance
  • Website optimization
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Research proficiency
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Creative and critical thinking
  • Community advocacy
  • Written communication
  • Writing and editing
  • Judgement and decision making
  • Attention to detail
  • Building trust and relationships
  • Effective multitasking
  • Establishing effective relationships
  • MS office
  • Relationship building
  • Communications drafting
  • Organization and administration
  • Deadline adherence
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Effective communication
  • Proactive problem-solving
  • Resource utilization
  • Organized nature
  • Database coordination
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Computer savvy
  • Problem-solving
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer follow-up
  • Patient education
  • Phone and email etiquette
  • Flexible schedule
  • Data entry
  • Medical terminology
  • Calm and effective under pressure
  • Communicating to patients and families
  • Building rapport and credibility
  • Website management
  • WooCommerce integration
  • Plugin development
  • Front-end skills: HTML, CSS
  • Project management
  • Social media expereince
  • Prior experience with writing for an audience
  • Living with PH for 12 years
  • Experience in being professionally edited for publication
  • Experienced in generating a blog or column
  • Participation in support groups, internet forums, or community groups relevant to pulmonary hypertension
  • Fundamentals of how pulmonary hypertension works
  • The content needs or wants of the pulmonary hypertension community
  • A swift and independent learner of Internet technology
  • A creative mind capable of regularly generating unique content that appeals to target audiences
  • Time management
  • Creative writing
  • Using WordPress website, BreathtakingAwarenesscom

Affiliations

Affiliations
  • Pulmonary Hypertension Association
  • Beyond the Mystery
  • The Mighty
  • Rare Patient Voices
  • HeartCharged
  • Every Life Foundation
  • Rare Disease Legislative Advocacy
  • Patients Rising
  • Danny's Dose

Interests

  • Writing
  • Volunteer Work
  • Fundraising Events
  • Web Development and Design
  • Mindfulness Practices
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Certification

  • Certified Legislative Advocate

Timeline

Advocate
Breathtaking Awareness
10.2013 - Current
Sonographer
Ochsner Medical Center
12.2010 - 06.2013
Delgado Community College
from Concentration in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Delgado Community College
No Degree from Emergency Medicine

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