Kara Downie
Valley Mills,TX
Summary
Reliable birth assistant with a over a year in prenatal education and postpartum care. Known for excellent communication skills and collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure patient safety and satisfaction.
Efficient and organized individual with a background in patient support and administrative tasks. Known for multitasking abilities and dedication to providing the best care for mothers and babies during labor, birth, and postpartum.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Desk Assistant
Waco Birth Center and Clinic
Waco, TX
03.2026 - Current
- Assisted patients with check-in process, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience.
- Managed appointment scheduling using electronic health record systems for optimal clinic efficiency.
- Provided administrative support by organizing patient files and maintaining accurate records.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel..
- Developed positive relationships with clients through excellent interpersonal skills during phone conversations or face-to-face interactions.
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
Student Midwife
Waco Birth Center and Clinic
Waco, TX
03.2026 - Current
- Assisted in prenatal assessments, ensuring comprehensive evaluations for expectant mothers.
- Supported labor and delivery processes, providing emotional and physical care to patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in accordance with professional and legal requirements.
- Reduced intervention rates by promoting evidence-based practices in prenatal care and childbirth.
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns throughout labor to detect early signs of distress or complications.
- Assisted in childbirth deliveries, ensuring the safety of both mother and baby.
- Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
- Watched vital signs, checked for comfort levels and monitored emotional states of mothers before, during, and after labor.
- Participated in over 9 successful births. As of November 2025
- Performed ultrasounds, monitored fetal heart rate and provided pre- and post-natal care.
Retail Sales Associate
Bar None Country Store
Woodway, TX
06.2024 - 02.2026
- Assisted customers in product selection and provided personalized recommendations to enhance shopping experience.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring accurate stock counts and timely replenishment of merchandise.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, maintaining high accuracy in cash handling.
- Collaborated with team members to create visually appealing product displays that increased customer engagement.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly, enhancing overall satisfaction and store reputation.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Supported store management in planning and executing seasonal promotions and sales events.
- Managed inventory to prevent stock shortages, ordering new items as necessary..
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Education
CPM -
Association of Texas Midwives Midwifery Program
Online03.2028
High School Diploma -
Homeschooling
Valley Mills05.2026
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Sterilization techniques
- CPR, NRP certified
- First aid certification
- Contract review
- Billing and invoicing
- Continuing education
Timeline
Desk Assistant
Waco Birth Center and Clinic
03.2026 - Current
Student Midwife
Waco Birth Center and Clinic
03.2026 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Bar None Country Store
06.2024 - 02.2026
CPM -
Association of Texas Midwives Midwifery Program
High School Diploma -
Homeschooling