Maria Gabriela Cortez Rodriguez
Harbor City,CA
Summary
Dedicated, diligent in my work and aspire to make a meaningful impact by assisting as many individuals as possible. I pursue my passion wholeheartedly and unwavering commitment is to continuously strive to be the best version of myself. My ultimate goal is to expand my knowledge and personal growth within this domain.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Staff Development
Intercommunity Care Center
Long Beach, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Developed, planned, and implemented staff educational training programs to ensure employee competency in job duties.
- Conducted performance reviews for employees and provided feedback on areas of improvement with the evaluation of all educational programs.
- Led team building activities to foster collaboration and communication among staff members and provided guidance, mentorship, and support to all staff members.
- Provided care and services to chronically ill or elderly residents in long term care setting Skilled Nursing facility.
- Performed vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature and respiration rate.
- Strong knowledge of state and federal regulations for healthcare education and training.
- Organizational skills with attention to detail/Flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and priorities.
- Facilitated the onboarding process by providing new hire orientation sessions.
- Created schedules and assignments for all nursing department.
Certified Registered Medical Assistant
Torrance Memorial Medical Center/Physician Network
Torrance, CA
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Administered injections and immunizations as directed by a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Processed prescription refills as requested by patients or their healthcare providers.
- Performed vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature and respiration rate.
- Maintained accurate medical records of patient assessments, treatments, medications and test results.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and treatments.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized results in medical records.
- Initiated basic wound care procedures such as cleaning minor cuts or abrasions.
- Conducted point-of-care testing such as rapid strep tests, urine dipstick tests and glucose monitoring.
- Communicated effectively with other members of the healthcare team to ensure quality patient care was provided at all times.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Certified Medical Assistant
MemorialCare Millers Children's Hospital
Long Beach, CA
01.2018 - 10.2021
- Performed venipunctures and capillary punctures on patients of all ages.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
Education
Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Smith Chason School of Nursing
Los Angeles, CA03-2021
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Everest College - Gardena
Gardena, CA01-2009
Some College (No Degree) - Registered Nurse
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CASkills
- Bilingual
- Interpersonal Communication
- Planning and Implementing
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Time management abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Effective Communication
- Goal Setting
Accomplishments
- Human Services academy for four years. Commuted to different facilities and offered my volunteer services.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Staff Development
Intercommunity Care Center
02.2023 - Current
Certified Registered Medical Assistant
Torrance Memorial Medical Center/Physician Network
10.2021 - 02.2023
Certified Medical Assistant
MemorialCare Millers Children's Hospital
01.2018 - 10.2021
Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Smith Chason School of Nursing
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Everest College - Gardena
Some College (No Degree) - Registered Nurse
Long Beach City College
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