Kaschia Benjamin
New Iberia,LA
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
ER Technician
Iberia Medical Center
New Iberia, LA
03.2023 - Current
- Works with and assists physicians and nurses and provides technical support for patient care
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
- Assists with resuscitation / CPR and emergency airway procedures; assist with wound care, insertion of Foley catheters, and nasogastric tubes
- Obtaining and documentation of vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems
- Assists in obtaining 12-lead EKGs, discontinuation of peripheral IV and heparin/saline locks, maintenance and care of specimens for laboratory analysis
- Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
- Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Assisted in finding and setting up emergency medical equipment for the medical staff based on patient need.
- Assisted in making the rounds to patient rooms and answering questions while reporting issues to the medical staff.
Biology Pre-Medical Internship Student
The Unexpected Pregnancy Center
New Iberia , LA
01.2020 - 04.2024
- Educated patients on all services offered and assisted in providing these services for new client consultations: pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, pregnancy consulting, material assistance, community assistance referrals, and parental training.
- Utilized CoolFocus and other company software programs to set up patient charts and documented patient health information (i.e., input of ultrasound information, weeks of gestation, etc.)
- Researched and compiled data on Louisiana's health outcomes involving pregnancy, new mothers, and babies.
Organic Chemistry Laboratory Teaching Assistant
Spring Hill College Department of Chemistry
Mobile, AL
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Aided with instructing approximately 35 sophomore college students enrolled in Organic Chemistry Laboratory I & II
- Collected and graded laboratory assignments (i.e., weekly quizzes, pre-labs, post-labs, and worksheets) handed in by students each laboratory period
- Collaborated with professor to create a new laboratory activity on winemaking
Honor's General Chemistry Leap Leader
Spring Hill College Department of Chemistry
Mobile, AL
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Taught alongside faculty instructor and Head of the Chemistry Department, Dr. Carolyn Simmons every Monday in the Fall; handpicked by the instructor, our students are all pursuing various careers in the sciences.
- Involvement through this program involves: Honor's General Chemistry Laboratory and Service Learning.
- Field experiences of science in practical use: Mitchell Center Cancer Institute, Mobile Area Water and Sewer System.
International Service Immersion Program Member
Campus Ministry at Spring Hill College
Granada, Nicaragua
09.2017 - 03.2018
- February 10-18th, my group of ten Spring Hill students built a house for a family, volunteered at underprivileged health clinics and educational programs, and in general, served the people of Nicaragua
- Gained insight into the struggles of a developing country and other healthcare systems, while focusing on action to make a difference through service and immersion
- 45 + hours spent in preparation for our time in-country, including weekly meetings, group building activities, and an ISIP Retreat
- Worked directly with well-known International Organizations— International Samaritan and the Children's Wellness Fund
Clinical Shadowing Participant
Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center
Lafayette, LA
- Shadowed Dr. Bryan G. Sibley, pediatrician, for about 50 hours.
- Observed and learned about physical examinations, immunizations, and health maintenance care for pediatric patients.
- Gained insight about Newborn Screening Tests and educating parents on genetic diseases.
Clinical Shadowing Participant
Iberia Medical Center
New Iberia, LA
- Shadowed Dr. Kurt O’Brien, general surgeon, in his office and the operating room for __ hours.
- Witnessed major and minor surgeries and procedures including dialysis access surgeries, colonoscopies, appendectomies...
- Gained insight into patholgical findings Learned about the ..... * Lecuture/micro/cell lecture atteneded
Clinical Shadowing Participant
Kids Specialty Center/Women’s & Children's Hospt.
Lafayette, LA
- Shadowed and mentored by Dr. Deiadra Garrett, pediatric general surgeon, in both her office and the operating room.
- Learned about …
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Volunteer
University of South Alabama Children’s & Women’s H
Mobile, AL
- Assisted parents and other visitors with health and safety regulations required for NICU entrance (i.e., proper handwashing techniques) and proper PPE
- Collaborated with NICU nurses to perform various duties including restocking supplies, changing diapers, and feeding patients
Progressive Care Unit Volunteer
University of South Alabama Children’s & Women’s H
Mobile, AL
- Duties similar to NICU volunteering *****
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology/ Pre-Health, Minor in Psychology
Spring Hill College
Mobile, AL12-2022
Accomplishments
- Foley Center Scholar Service Award | 2015
- Portier Scholar | 2015
- Spring Hill College Dean’s List | Spring 2017, Fall 2022
- Chosen to represent Spring Hill College at the National Jesuit Student Leadership Conference-Regis University | Summer 2016
Extracurricular
- Member of National Honor Society of Leadership and Success, [Year]
- Member of, []
- Chapter President of Phi Mu Fraternity Theta Delta Chapter at Spring Hill College, 2017-2018
- Previous leadership roles in Phi Mu Fraternity includes: Pledge Class President, Spirit Chairman, Philanthropy Chair on the Executive Board
- Springhillian Student Ambassador and Campus Tour Guide
Timeline
ER Technician
Iberia Medical Center
03.2023 - Current
Biology Pre-Medical Internship Student
The Unexpected Pregnancy Center
01.2020 - 04.2024
International Service Immersion Program Member
Campus Ministry at Spring Hill College
09.2017 - 03.2018
Organic Chemistry Laboratory Teaching Assistant
Spring Hill College Department of Chemistry
08.2017 - 09.2018
Honor's General Chemistry Leap Leader
Spring Hill College Department of Chemistry
08.2016 - 09.2018
Clinical Shadowing Participant
Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center
Clinical Shadowing Participant
Iberia Medical Center
Clinical Shadowing Participant
Kids Specialty Center/Women’s & Children's Hospt.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Volunteer
University of South Alabama Children’s & Women’s H
Progressive Care Unit Volunteer
University of South Alabama Children’s & Women’s H
Bachelor of Science - Biology/ Pre-Health, Minor in Psychology
Spring Hill College
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