Overview
Work History
Education
Languages
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Timeline
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Maria Espina

Maria Espina

Baker at Sam’s club
Hagerstown,MD

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Sam's Club Bakery Associate

Walmart Inc.
Hagerstown, MD
10.2018 - Current
  • Determined the quantity of items to bake based on customer demand.
  • Monitored product temperatures during the baking process.
  • Provided excellent customer service by answering questions about products or taking customer orders.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
  • Managed inventory of ingredients, supplies, and finished products.
  • Trained new employees in proper bakery procedures and techniques.
  • Organized workstations for efficient workflow between bakers.
  • Followed all safety protocols when operating kitchen machinery.
  • Adhered strictly to all food safety guidelines while preparing baked goods.
  • Stocked shelves with freshly baked items as needed throughout the day.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks on bakery equipment, such as cleaning and lubricating parts.
  • Rotated stock regularly so that older items were sold first.
  • Managed inventory levels by restocking shelves as needed.
  • Ensured compliance with health regulations related to food handling and storage.
  • Operated ovens, mixers, sheeters, cutters, and other bakery equipment.
  • Assisted in packaging and boxing of baked goods.
  • Checked expiration dates on ingredients before usage in the production process.
  • Provided excellent customer service to foster satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Packaged bakery items and purchases in boxes and bags for customer-carrying convenience.

Personal Care Assistant

Better Care Inc and Penn-Mar Human Services
Frederick, Maryland
05.2017 - 12.2017
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching, and strength building.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.

Physical Examination & Pediatric Care Professor

University of Zulia
Maracaibo, Zulia
01.2008 - 08.2016
  • Organized seminars, workshops, or other events related to topics within the discipline.
  • Guided student clubs or organizations focused on the discipline.
  • Supervised graduate students in their thesis research projects.
  • Evaluated student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
  • Reviewed manuscripts submitted for publication by peers.
  • Collaborated with staff members to design curricula for new courses or programs.
  • Mentored faculty members in teaching methods and best practices.
  • Presented lectures at national or international conferences.
  • Provided instruction in a variety of courses, including lecture and laboratory classes.
  • Developed and implemented course materials, such as syllabi, lectures, readings, assignments, and exams.

Pediatric Registered Nurse

Hospital of Pediatric Specialty
Maracaibo, Zulia
07.2002 - 11.2013
  • Identified potential risk factors in pediatric populations through ongoing assessment of environmental hazards.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients and families by listening to their concerns and addressing their needs.
  • Facilitated communication between healthcare team members while providing support services such as referrals to specialists.
  • Monitored patients' conditions during treatment or recovery periods to determine progress or need for modification of treatment plan.
  • Provided education on preventive health practices, such as nutrition, hygiene, and safety.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient care processes.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided, and changes in condition using electronic medical record systems.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, therapists, and dieticians, to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
  • Utilized age-specific teaching techniques when educating patients and families on self-care strategies.
  • Administered medications by physician orders, monitored for effectiveness, and reported any adverse reactions.
  • Developed policies related to pediatric nursing practice that reflect current evidence-based standards.
  • Developed individualized plans of care based on patient assessment data, diagnosis, and physician orders.
  • Instructed parents and guardians regarding home care needs such as medication administration and disease management.
  • Assessed patient's physical, mental, and emotional health by taking vital signs, observing skin condition, reviewing medical history, and administering tests.
  • Assisted with coordination of discharge planning activities, ensuring continuity of care post-hospitalization.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
  • Collaborated with other health professionals to provide comprehensive health education services.
  • Conducted health screenings and assessments to evaluate community health needs.
  • Monitored and evaluated health education programs to verify quality and efficacy.
  • Developed and implemented health education programs to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent chronic diseases.
  • Built partnerships with community organizations to expand reach and impact.
  • Assessed success of health education programs through surveys and data collection.
  • Participated in community outreach activities to promote health education initiatives.
  • Continually improved knowledge, skills, and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
  • Implemented health promotion campaigns to raise awareness of health-related issues.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to design and deliver health education services to clients.
  • Created pamphlets, videos and other health education materials to promote health awareness and preventive health practices.
  • Participated in health education research initiatives, developing and evaluating health education programs.
  • Taught health education classes for community workers and members of public.
  • Conducted health screenings and assessments to identify health needs and risk factors for individuals and communities.
  • Conducted research and stayed current with medical advancements, contributing to growth of medical knowledge.
  • Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.
  • Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
  • Trained support staff in patient care strategies, intake requirements and requirements for assisting with different procedures.
  • Educated patients and families on health conditions to raise awareness.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice

University of Zulia
Maracaibo, Zulia State
07-2002

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional

Certification

*Postgrade curse at University of Zulia. Faculty of Medicine “VI Course of Special Care in Nursing for Children and Teenagers with oncohematologic illnesses” 07/12/2011- 11/10/2011 with contac Hours Earned: 212 hrs. *First AID CPR AED American Heart Association April 2017-April 2019. ID# 06113442304 *NSD First AID, CPR & AED Course April 2025-April 2027 ID# 349491 *Adventis Nurses Conference: Empowered for Impact April 3-6 2025 . Contact Hours Earned: 5.75.

Accomplishments

  • Employee of the Month in Sam's Club three times

Affiliations

  • Apart of a Christian Group dominated by the Seventh-Day Adventist Domination, allows me to serve the community and my family.
  • Enjoys Outside Activities
  • Enjoys Cooking & Baking, has permitted me to dedicate my time and effort to this area since arriving to the United States
  • Plan to re-establish my license in Pediatric Nursing in the United States

Timeline

Sam's Club Bakery Associate

Walmart Inc.
10.2018 - Current

Personal Care Assistant

Better Care Inc and Penn-Mar Human Services
05.2017 - 12.2017

Physical Examination & Pediatric Care Professor

University of Zulia
01.2008 - 08.2016

Pediatric Registered Nurse

Hospital of Pediatric Specialty
07.2002 - 11.2013

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice

University of Zulia

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