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Maria A. Perez

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.

Enthusiastic Teacher with 22 years of experience instructing students with wide range of learning abilities. Committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage social and emotional growth. Strategic in blending organizational skills thorough educational background. Works well with children, parents, colleagues and supervisors. Forward-thinking Child Development experienced working in educational settings. Focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and help students reach full potential.

Knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, immerse students in subject material, and promote continuous skill-building. Studious and passionate worker with extensive knowledge of teaching areas and updating teaching procedures. Committed to mentoring students to enhance participation and increase overall success. Outgoing and friendly with fantastic attention to detail. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level Child Development position to help launch career while achieving company goals.

Hardworking and reliable Director with strong ability to develop young minds and inspire love of learning. Forward-thinking Director experienced working in educational settings. Focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and help students reach full potential. Knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, immerse students in subject material, and promote continuous skill-building. Cultivates positive relationships with students to enhance participation and increase overall success. Outgoing and friendly with fantastic attention to detail.

Engaging and patient Director committed to promoting safe learning environment for all. Detail-oriented and compassionate with extensive knowledge in various subjects. Seasoned Director familiar with using wide range of methods to deliver effective learning experiences to students. Focused on developing individual potential and cultivating learning-focused atmosphere for student success.

Dedicated student interested in applying excellent communication and interpersonal skills to a Director role. Experienced in data entry and handling money. Can quickly memorize product details and build customer relationships.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Country Home Learning Center
San Antonio, TX
01.2024 - Current
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
  • Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques.
  • Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
  • Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
  • Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
  • Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
  • Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
  • Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates, and grading.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
  • Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
  • Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.

Resident Care Aide

Arden Courts Memory Care
San Antonio, TX
04.2023 - Current
  • Dressed, groomed, and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
  • Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
  • Aided residents with ambulation and use of walkers, canes and wheelchairs. Provided close monitoring and observation of at-risk patients.
  • Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
  • Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans.
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities as designated in care plans.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
  • Preserved patient dignity and rights and demonstrated sensitivity to cultural diversity.
  • Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.
  • Utilized established patient identification methods when providing direct care.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
  • Requested and restocked supplies in tub rooms, linen storage and resident personal areas.
  • Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
  • Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Provides quality care and assistance to residents in accordance with the community’s philosophy and policies and resident rights.
  • Assists residents in meeting their physical, emotional and spiritual needs: engages residents in meaningful conversation during care, encourages them to develop relationships in the community and eat meals in the dining room and, and facilitates their participation in programs and social events.
  • Provides scheduled care and ADL assistance to residents according to daily assignments.
  • Assists them with dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, transfers and mobility (ADLs) and chores to the extent specified in the service plan.
  • May help residents onto and off of toilet, into and out of bed, and with personal hygiene including brushing hair and using soap and washcloth during showers. Practices proper body mechanics when lifting and transferring. Asks for assistance as needed and follows all safety guidelines.
  • Notifies supervising nurse of any changes in resident's condition.
  • Responds promptly in person to resident calls, assisting them as the situation requires.
  • Checks residents every two (2) hours (or as otherwise scheduled) and documents special needs, services provided, and or changes in condition.
  • Encourages residents to attend meals in the dining room through reminders and/or escort service as needed.
  • Delivered room service meals as assigned, ensuring proper temperatures, and set up; returns to pick up dishware.
  • Assists residents with eating in ways that meet their individual needs and desires, recognizing changes in appetite and physical abilities to eat and drink.
  • Assists with cleaning and setting the dining room as assigned.
  • Assists with cleaning and tidying residents’ rooms/apartments as assigned.
  • Launders bed linens and/or residents’ personal clothing as assigned. Removes and bags soiled bed.
  • Certification as C.N.A.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Employee of the Month

Resident Care Aide

Haven and The Laurels In Stone Oak
San Antonio, Texas
06.2020 - 07.2023
  • Utilizes instruction provided to integrate the social, physical, intellectual, emotional aspects of the Haven Dementia Programming into the residents daily service/care plan.
  • Able to develop resident specific Dementia Program using comprehensive life review/development of ISP.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Able to identify the location of the resident service/care plans. Able to discuss plan and rationale with family and new employees
  • Able to follow instructions provided for conducting a Montessori Based Dementia Programs (group/individual).
  • Review/demonstration of Bridge to Rediscovery dining program concepts, expectations and requirements.
  • Able to provide return demonstrations in developing a resident specific program box.
  • Able to identify and utilize the 5 categories of Montessori Based Dementia Programs.
  • Able to identify environmental safety requirements for Bridge to Rediscovery neighborhood reviewed.
  • Certification as C.N.A.

Office Assistant

Regional Medical Center
Seguin, Texas
10.2020 - 12.2020
  • Measure and record vital signs
  • Communicated with customers, employees and vendors to answer questions and address complaints.
  • Clean exam rooms
  • Inventoried and ordered materials, supplies and services.
  • Checked office supply levels, anticipated needs and placed orders for appropriate stock levels.
  • Answered phone calls and welcomed visitors to office.
  • Delivered messages and ran errands.
  • Collected and coded various documents to prepare for filing, storage and processing.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
  • Sorted and distributed incoming mail, dispersing to appropriate departments and personnel.
  • Monitored calendars and scheduled appointments based on availability and established load limits.
  • Dispersed incoming mail to correct recipients throughout office.
  • Coordinated office activities to streamline operations and promote compliance with organizational policies.
  • Completed work schedules, managed calendars and arranged appointments.
  • Completed and mailed contracts, invoices or checks.
  • Opened, sorted and routed incoming mail and prepared outgoing mail.
  • Computed, recorded and proofread data or reports.
  • Typed, formatted and edited correspondence and other documents.
  • Proofread and corrected correspondence and reports for error-free documentation.
  • Prepared meeting agendas, attended meetings and recorded and transcribed minutes.
  • Collected payments, issued receipts and updated accounts to reflect new balances.
  • Copied, sorted and filed records of office activities and business transactions.
  • Maintained and updated filing, inventory and database systems, manually or using computer.
  • Collected, counted and disbursed money to complete basic bookkeeping and banking transactions.
  • Monitored and directed work of lower-level clerks.
  • Developed organizational filing systems for confidential customer records and reports.
  • Processed and prepared business or government forms and expense reports.

CEO -Organization

Our Empowering Women of America
San Antonio, TX
07.2014 - 03.2020
  • Promoted brand awareness by increasing market penetration across Business/Crimes Against Humanity.
  • Oversaw corrective action plans to remedy structural, organizational and departmental issues.
  • Negotiated and approved contracts between company and distributors, suppliers and other external entities.
  • Conducted presentations to outside groups to drive programs, policies and company objectives.
  • Checked financial reports to confirm financial soundness and good operating margin.
  • Delivered speeches and attended industry conferences to promote company image and engage with buyers.
  • Discussion I: Dealing with Violence and Crime
  • Discussion II: Dealing with Crimes Against Humanity
  • These crimes include murder, torture, sexual violence, enslavement, persecution, enforced disappearance, etc. .
  • Discussed the 15 forms of crimes against humanity listed in the Rome Statute include offences such as murder, rape, imprisonment, enforced disappearances, enslavement – particularly of women and children, sexual slavery, torture, apartheid and deportation.
  • Talks on Public Safety
  • Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
  • Created youth and public outreach programs and neighborhood watches.

Childcare Director

Self-Employed / Entrepreneur
San Antonio, TX
06.1996 - 03.2020
  • Experience
  • Clerical knowledge and recordkeeping
  • Computer skill
  • Active Listener
  • Understanding developmental disorders
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Approachable
  • Medication administration
  • Life skills training
  • Friendly and courteous
  • Fluency in English and Spanish
  • Possess excellent research, writing, childcare, and interpersonal relations skills
  • Certification in Early Childcare Education
  • 30 to 60 clock hours training courses
  • CPR, First Aid and Baby syndrome certifications,
  • Assist in the Area Director in monitoring the annual budget for assigned sites so that goals are met
  • Provide Administrative Support to the Childcare Center
  • Manage the operations of CCDS/Nutritional programs
  • Attends and participates in assigned staff meetings and special events to provide a collaborative and cohesive vision and mission
  • Make sure that all income is collected and payments are kept updated
  • Develop a plan to retain and recruit new participants into childcare programs
  • Within 60 days of hire include completion of: Child Abuse Prevention; CPR; First Aid; AED
  • Ratio (12) children per staff including tutoring for school age children
  • Take children on educational outings and fielding trips
  • Maintained communication with parents at all times by scheduling and conduction parent/teacher
  • Help children establish good habits of personal hygiene; change diapers and assist with toilet training
  • Assemble welcome package for new clients (registration, health, and information)
  • Maintained online nutritional on a daily base
  • CCS clients online/phone records
  • Create and carry out daily schedules that meet the physical and emotional needs of the children
  • Keep detailed daily diary of activities
  • Meet with parents on weekly basis to discuss the following weeks plans, as well as any disciplinary problems
  • Record any problem that occur during the week and reports situation that need to be addressed by the parents
  • Bath and groom younger children when needed, and assist older children with bedtime preparation for the evening care
  • Utilized games, videos, and age-appropriate activities to spark children’s creative and intellectual development
  • Prepared and served breakfast, snacks, lunch and dinner
  • Oversee playtime and schedule activities to ensure proper development of social interaction with other children
  • Effectively handle interventions between children when disagreements arise.
  • Develop a curriculum and program: Child Care Directors work closely with the center’s teachers and staff, creating learning plans or programs to meet state and federal requirements and parent’s expectations.
  • Oversee staff: Staff management is probably the most important task of a Child Care Director. They must interview, hire and train staff, making sure that all background and fingerprint checks have been conducted.
  • Manage facilities: The Child Care Director must make sure that the facility is safe and well-stocked. That includes checking that safety equipment is available and working, removing hazards and ensuring the facility is always clean and orderly.
  • Create a budget: The Child Care Director manages the facility’s finances, which includes creating and working within a budget.
  • Market the facility: There is much competition between daycare facilities, so the Child Care Director must have a marketing plan to promote awareness of the facility and its services.
  • Meeting up with parents and teachers: A Child Care Director will meet with parents and teachers to keep parents up-to-date on their child’s development and progress, including discussing ways to address any learning or behavioral issues.
  • Inspected facility and activities to monitor safety, sanitation and procedures.
  • Monitored compliance with state, federal and company regulations, standards and requirements.
  • Hired, mentored and monitored qualified childcare staff.
  • Determined allocations of funds for staff, equipment and authorized purchases.
  • Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
  • Oversaw daily activities and programs to educate and socialize participants.
  • Managed school's social media accounts to promote positive image to area families.
  • Launched marketing campaigns and events to attract community members and increase enrollment.
  • Maintained current knowledge of applicable codes and required procedures to optimize learning environments.
  • Created and updated records to document employee and participant information.
  • Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
  • Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
  • Achieved budgetary targets by monitoring expenses and resource utilization, cutting waste and strengthening revenue streams.
  • Established and enforced modern educational standards to support student needs.
  • Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
  • Set and enhanced program schedules to meet expected demands and enhance student learning opportunities.
  • Developed multilingual and multicultural staff and curriculum to serve families from diverse backgrounds.
  • Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
  • Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Substitute Teacher

Serna Elementary
San Antonio, TX
09.1994 - 05.1996
  • Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
  • Supported special needs students by providing individual instruction as needed.
  • Monitored student progress throughout the day.
  • Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
  • Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
  • Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
  • Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
  • Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
  • Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
  • Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
  • Maintained rules of conduct that encouraged self-discipline and responsibility.
  • Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
  • Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
  • Managed high school classrooms during teacher absences.
  • Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
  • Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.
  • Monitored appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
  • Tutored students individually and in small groups to help with difficult subjects.
  • Provided feedback on assignments or projects given by the regular teacher.
  • Utilized various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
  • Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with various learning styles and abilities.
  • Integrated technology into lessons whenever possible.
  • Participated in professional development programs related to education topics.
  • Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study.
  • Utilized outlined grading procedures and assessment strategies to document and report on student growth, development and understanding.
  • Prepared, administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
  • Maintained classroom order and enforced school and class rules.
  • Met regularly with parents or guardians regarding student progress and concerns.
  • Served as a mentor for new substitute teachers when necessary.
  • Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
  • Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
  • Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.
  • Distributed worksheets and homework assignments from head teacher to assist with classroom operations.
  • Explained assignments and relayed information from lead teacher.
  • Followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
  • Communicated with head teacher to execute priorities for school day and ongoing lesson plans.
  • Answered student questions about course concepts.
  • Organized classroom activities, games and tasks to enhance interactive learning experience.
  • Addressed rowdy and uncooperative students by speaking firmly and informing head teacher of transgressions.
  • Showed Powerpoint Presentations, videos and interactive websites to aid students with comprehension.
  • Assisted struggling students with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.
  • Helped head teacher by restocking missing or low supplies in classroom.
  • Led or moderated classroom discussions and guided exploratory thought.
  • Graded student assignments and exams and discussed results.
  • Attended training and workshops to improve teaching skills.
  • Graded tests and assignments using head teacher's grading guidelines.
  • Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
  • Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior.
  • Administered tests and assessments according to school guidelines.
  • Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
  • Developed creative learning strategies to engage all types of learners.

Sales Assistant

Burlington
San Antonio, TX
02.1992 - 06.1993
  • Update customer records in the company database as required.
  • Organize sales presentations and ensure that all sales presentation materials are prepared prior to deadlines
  • Input invoice and bill-back data
  • Analyze, consolidate, and forward daily action summaries to managers
  • Use data to investigate the logistical history to resolve order and inventory problems
  • Research promotion details, andregular, and special prices to resolve pricing discrepancies
  • Offer product, promotion, and pricing information by exploring customer requests
  • Offer sales projections by creating and sending sales tracking reports
  • Maintain customer database by inputting customer profile and updates
  • Collect data to create informative sales presentations
  • Monitor sales expenses by analyzing, tracking, and summarizing expenses
  • Report any inventory or service issues to management and the appropriate Account Manager immediately
  • Accepted and completed cash, check and credit card payments.
  • Monitored stock levels to facilitate restocking and replenishment of shelves.
  • Met with customers to offer assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
  • Engaged in sales-oriented discussions to determine customer pain points.
  • Maximized sales by keeping areas tidy, fully stocked and correctly priced.
  • Operated register, handled cash and processed credit card transactions.
  • Recruited, hired and trained new hires to optimize profitability.
  • Analyzed sales space capacities based on system parameters, securing high stock availability.
  • Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.
  • Drove sales of company products and services by meeting with customers using strategic and organized approach.
  • Provided every customer with comprehensive assistance upon entering store through merchandise selection and completion of purchases.
  • Greeted and assisted customers to foster positive experiences.
  • Engaged casual shoppers to provide information about featured products and recommend merchandise, driving sales by 100%.
  • Conferred with management to offer feedback on operations and promotions based on customer preferences and purchasing habits.
  • Identified customer needs by asking questions and advising on best solutions.
  • Maintained well-stocked and organized sales floor with latest merchandise to drive sustained sales revenue.
  • Identified trends for sale promotions to increase interest or demand in products.
  • Reviewed files, recordings and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
  • Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
  • Contacted customers to provide information on new and exciting products and service offerings.
  • Reset store displays for special events and seasonal merchandise changes.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
  • Posed as models for advertising, artistic creation and display of goods.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Reduced process lags by training employees on best practices and protocols.
  • Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations to verify adequate cash supply.
  • Fostered relationships with customers to expand customer base and retain business.
  • Replenished and arranged items to maintain appearance.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Increased profitability and revenue by generating in sales.
  • Used computer system to retrieve customer information, part number inventory and status of purchase orders.

Medical Technician

Methodist Hospital
San Antonio, Texas
12.1986 - 01.1989
  • Conducted diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular testing
  • Alerted physicians to adverse patient response
  • Maintained accurate and complete patient’s records
  • Adjusted equipment and controls as necessary
  • Ensured proper operation of cardiology equipment
  • Escorted patients to exam rooms, collect testing EKG’s obtain blood pressures, updated medication lists, review any new of persisting symptoms, and report any changes to assigned cardiologist as per protocol
  • Administered pain treadmill stress tests and stress echocardiograms in accordance with practice protocols
  • Understood how to place orders for MD requested testing such as heart caths
  • Advised on any necessary changes in medication diet, or other lifestyle factors based on MD recommendation via telephone.
  • Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment.
  • Adjusted or modified equipment to enhance equipment performance or to respond to customer requests.
  • Troubleshot systems to determine appropriate resolution for reported problems with usage.
  • Adhered to applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.
  • Contacted customers prior to date of scheduled installation to verify appointment.
  • Managed quality control and maintained high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Managed workflow and productivity of lower-level technicians to keep projects on task.
  • Maintained laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level.
  • Provided excellent patient support and care to patients and families.
  • Cleaned and sterilized laboratory equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
  • Provided medical technology information by answering questions and requests.
  • Monitored medical supply inventory to ensure consistent availability of critical items.
  • Reported safety hazards to supervisors, removing risk and promoting workplace safety.
  • Monitored patients for medical changes and reviewed and revised care plans accordingly.
  • Executed and analyzed tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, histology and bacteriology to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases.
  • Processed orders for lab testing and liaised with physicians to review results.
  • Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to physicians or nurses.
  • Embedded specimens into blocks and fixed tissues in formalin.
  • Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
  • Protected patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies.
  • Assessed adequacy of chemicals and stains.
  • Analyzed blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures.
  • Guided students and newer laboratory personnel in proper practices and regulatory guidelines.
  • Maintained lab equipment and troubleshot instrument problems.
  • Collected specimens for lab testing, practicing aseptic technique to reduce risk of infection.
  • Supported operations across chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, blood bank and microbiology departments.
  • Performed urinalysis, hematology, chemistry and other testing procedures.
  • Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations.
  • Managed inventory purchasing, organization and tracking.
  • Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Prepared histologic slides for human tissue samples via processing, cutting, embedding, staining and mounting.
  • Checked blood compatibility using crossmatching, antigen typing and antibody identification.
  • Assisted pathologist in gross examination of surgical specimens.
  • Recorded number of tissue blocks and verified proper identification and labeling.
  • Supported healthcare teams in consistently delivering timely and quality care according to company standards.
  • Coordinated laboratory changes such as updating testing protocols and optimizing workflow.

Education

Associate of Arts - Child Development Associate (CDA) Program

Childcare Education Institute
Duluth, GA
12.2000

Medical - Medical Technician

Career Point College
San Antonio, TX
01.1998

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration and Management

The University of Texas–Pan American
Edinburg, TX
09-1982

High School Diploma -

Pharr, Alamo High School
Pharr, TX
05.1981

Skills

  • Social Media Marketing
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Leadership
  • Reliability
  • Self-awareness
  • Dedication
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Caregiver Relations
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Nutrition and Diet
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Observation Documentation
  • Care Monitoring
  • CPR Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • CNA Certification
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Patient Care Quality
  • Meal Preparation
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Attention to Detail
  • Room Cleaning and Restocking
  • Patient Care
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Microsoft Office
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Data Management
  • Problem Resolution
  • People Skills
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Training & Development
  • Relationship Building
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Team Building
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Reliable & Trustworthy
  • Computer Skills
  • Customer Service
  • Organizational Skills
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Active Listening
  • Team Management
  • Merchandising Proficiency
  • Processing Payments
  • Opening and Closing Procedures
  • Customer Needs Assessment
  • Product Merchandising
  • Texas - Teaching Certification With Early Childhood Education Endorsement

Certification

  • Computer Technology Career Point Microsoft Office 1995 Computer Programming Traits.
  • CNA
  • CDA

Accomplishments

  • Public Speaker for Human Trafficking/Domestic Violence/Child Abuse.
  • Spoke on panels discussing issues facing crime issues. Participating in industry conferences as a panelist and keynote speaker.
  • Organized an event to raise money for charity. Fundraisers are complicated affairs that involve a lot of people. This accomplishment demonstrates our teamwork and skills as a CEO.
  • Candidate 2018 for City Council in San Antonio, Texas on the Equal Issues.

Timeline

Teacher

Country Home Learning Center
01.2024 - Current

Resident Care Aide

Arden Courts Memory Care
04.2023 - Current

Office Assistant

Regional Medical Center
10.2020 - 12.2020

Resident Care Aide

Haven and The Laurels In Stone Oak
06.2020 - 07.2023

CEO -Organization

Our Empowering Women of America
07.2014 - 03.2020

Childcare Director

Self-Employed / Entrepreneur
06.1996 - 03.2020

Substitute Teacher

Serna Elementary
09.1994 - 05.1996

Sales Assistant

Burlington
02.1992 - 06.1993

Medical Technician

Methodist Hospital
12.1986 - 01.1989

Associate of Arts - Child Development Associate (CDA) Program

Childcare Education Institute

Medical - Medical Technician

Career Point College

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration and Management

The University of Texas–Pan American

High School Diploma -

Pharr, Alamo High School

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