Kara Izquierdo

Attended deliveries to advocate for the needs of newborns after delivery.

Assessed and assisted in safe extrauterine life adjustments of the newborn,

Monitored the stability of the newborn, assessed any anomalies or signs of distress.

Performed head-to-toe assessment, medication administration, and any ongoing assessments of the

newborn during the two-hour transition period.

Assisted and educated the mother with breastfeeding.

Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections, routine laboratory

tests, blood glucose monitoring, and other nursing duties.

Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.

Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.

Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.

Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure

quality patient care was provided.

Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.

• Increased breastfeeding success rates through one-on-one consultations, addressing individual concerns and challenges.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented interventions, adjusting care plans as needed based on progress toward desired goals.
• Received recognition for excellence in patient care, demonstrating a commitment to supporting families throughout their breastfeeding journeys.
• Served as a resource for nursing staff by providing ongoing education on lactation topics, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
• Reduced instances of formula supplementation by advocating for early initiation of breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact postdelivery.
• Performed daily hospital rounds for all healthcare system maternity wards and facilities.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless delivery of lactation services across various hospital departments.
• Provided emotional support to families experiencing difficulties with breastfeeding, contributing to increased resilience during the postpartum period.
• Worked closely with neonatologists and pediatricians to address complex feeding issues in premature and medically fragile infants.

• Educated clients on the benefits of a consistent yoga practice for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.
• Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
• Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
• Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.
• Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
• Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
• Enriched students'' understanding of holistic health by weaving yogic philosophy into lessons alongside practical movement instruction.

• Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized cosmetology services based on individual needs and preferences.
• Collaborated with team members to ensure a seamless and enjoyable customer experience for all salon clients.
• Contributed to the salon''s positive reputation through excellent customer service, attention to detail, and commitment to client satisfaction.
• Stayed current with industry trends and techniques by attending workshops, trade shows, and continuing education courses.
• Increased salon revenue by upselling additional treatments, products, and services to clients during appointments.
• Developed strong rapport with clientele through consistent high-quality service, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
• Attended regular trainings and workshops to maintain cosmetology license and stay current on technique and skills.
• Demonstrated exceptional time management skills by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing multiple clients simultaneously.
• Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
• Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments, and created client service tickets.