MARIA GUILLEN
Altoona
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a focus on patient care, highly productive in fast-paced environments and proficient at completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Dermatology Technician
dermatology PC
West Des Moines
05.2023 - 03.2025
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing using proper technique and safety protocols.
- Prepared solutions used in photodynamic therapy for treating precancerous cells.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Administered topical medications prescribed by dermatologist to treat various skin disorders.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Assisted with scheduling appointments while maintaining accurate patient records.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Communicated with management or other staff to resolve problems.
- Ensured that all instruments used in treatments were properly sterilized between procedures.
Certified Nursing Aide
Iowa Veterans Home
Marshalltown
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided caring, intimate, hands-on healthcare for residents.
- Grooming patients by brushing their hair, teeth, shaving them, etc.
- Feeding patients and documenting their food and liquid intake.
- Checking vital signs such as blood pressure and heart rate.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Provided emotional support to patients by listening attentively during conversations.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Documented activities in medical records according to established procedures.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Customer Service
Taco John's
Marshalltown
10.2018 - 06.2021
- Provided customer service , prepared meals and beverages.
- Maintained a clean and sanitized work area and worked from counter /drive thru taking orders and handled cash.
Education
Associate - Nursing
Marshalltown Community College
Marshalltown06-2028
High school or equivalent -
Marshalltown High School
Marshalltown05.2021
Skills
- Patient care
- Electronic health records
- Medical equipment maintenance
- Specimen collection
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Procedure assistance
- Supply management
- Decision-making
Timeline
Certified Dermatology Technician
dermatology PC
05.2023 - 03.2025
Certified Nursing Aide
Iowa Veterans Home
03.2022 - 05.2023
Customer Service
Taco John's
10.2018 - 06.2021
Associate - Nursing
Marshalltown Community College
High school or equivalent -
Marshalltown High School
Similar Profiles
Tonia AckermanTonia Ackerman
ARNP at Dermatology PCARNP at Dermatology PC
Jennifer VandivierJennifer Vandivier
Physician Assistant at Dermatology PCPhysician Assistant at Dermatology PC
Jenifer SuazaJenifer Suaza
Office Manager at Advanced Dermatology PCOffice Manager at Advanced Dermatology PC
Akoete AwokpeAkoete Awokpe
Master Scheduler at Titan Tire IntlMaster Scheduler at Titan Tire Intl
Stephanie FogalStephanie Fogal
Lift Driver at WalmartLift Driver at Walmart