Milene Hurtado
Valparaiso,IN
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Addiction Recovery Specialist
Indiana Department Of Corrections
Westville, IN
03.2025 - Current
- Engaged in ongoing professional development opportunities related to addiction counseling practices.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, providing guidance and direction to participants.
- Performed crisis interventions when necessary to help de-escalate situations involving clients in distress.
- Educated clients about the dangers associated with substance use and abuse.
- Prepared detailed reports on recovery activities and outcomes for senior management review.
- Completed drug and alcohol assessments for adolescent and adult patients to determine needed level of care.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Educated patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills, and community resources.
- Assisted with the development of relapse prevention strategies for clients.
Medical Scribe
Methodist Hospitals Southlake Campus
Merrillville, IN
06.2023 - Current
- Prepared and sent patient documentation to physician for review and approval via authentication of detailed data entry and facility-specific procedures.
- Demonstrated proficiency in use of software programs utilized within healthcare setting.
- Answered questions from patients regarding their visit or test results in a timely manner.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA regulations.
- Reviewed diagnostic and procedural terminology for consistency with acceptable medical nomenclature.
- Facilitated communication between medical staff by conveying critical patient information.
- Entered laboratory and radiology results into electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of terminology for multiple medical specialties, consistently seeking ongoing training to expand and maintain knowledge base.
- Accurately documented patient histories, physical examinations, and diagnoses in medical records.
STEAM Center Student Assistant
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Coordinated successful student organization events and activities.
- Served in the STEM Center outreach team by building strategic relationships within the community of Indiana University Northwest and provided information about the resources on campus provided by the STEAM Center. Assisted with various outreach activities and led the execution, analysis planning, and evaluation of events offered by the STEAM Center.
- Served in the High school STEM outreach program by planning, analyzing, and performing STEAM group educational activities for high school students to deliver education through hands-on activities.
- Served as a STEM classroom mentor by offering mentees guidance, advice, and feedback and informing them about on-campus opportunities related to their career of choice.
Behavioral Neuroscience Laboratory Assistant
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Prepared samples for analysis by following standard laboratory procedures.
- Participated in meetings to discuss project progress, findings, and recommendations.
- Reviewed experimental data to catch potential lab errors and correct mistakes.
- Assisted in the development of new products or processes in the lab environment.
- Presented experimental findings in presentations with graphs, charts and other visual aids.
- Prepared samples and reagents for testing according to established protocols, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Analyzed specimens using standard laboratory procedures in hematology, microbiology, biochemistry, and molecular biology.
- Completed required training and obtained certificates through the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program)
- Implemented and adhered to laboratory safety protocols, including the proper disposal of hazardous materials.
YMCA School Age Assistant
Valparaiso YMCA
Valparaiso, IN
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Tracked student progress towards meeting educational goals set by teachers or administrators.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians to ensure effective communication about their child's development.
- Planned individual and group activities to meet the needs of each child.
- Ensured the safety of all children and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Followed emergency procedures and safety precautions. Followed procedures for reporting all accidents, incidents, and hazards.
- Encouraged students to participate in physical activity programs such as outdoor play or sports teams.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and concerns.
Caregiver
First Light Home Care
Valparaiso, IN
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Indiana University, Northwest
Gary, IN08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Indiana University, Northwest
Gary, IN08-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Indiana University, Northwest
Gary, IN08-2024
Skills
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Anatomy and physiology
- Medical office administration
- Operating systems (Windows and MacOS), Graphic design, Video editing, Email communication, and Microsoft Office
- Proficient in JavaScript
- Laboratory techniques
- Specimen analysis
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Ability to comprehend difficult concepts and data
- Capacity for flexibility, perseverance, and self-motivation
Certification
- ACIT Certification
- CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers with First Aid
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Elementary
Additional Coursework
Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology, Human Anatomy, Statistical Techniques, Computer Programming and Calculus.
Leadership & Service
Indiana University Northwest Science Olympiad - February 2023
Volunteered at the Indiana University Northwest Science Olympiad 2023 and guided coaches through the registration of teams and offered judges hospitality.
Porter Regional Hospital - March 2025
Volunteered at Porter Regional Hospital in the ICU assisting patients, executing clerical tasks, and ensuring a safe and organized work environment.
Timeline
Addiction Recovery Specialist
Indiana Department Of Corrections
03.2025 - Current
Medical Scribe
Methodist Hospitals Southlake Campus
06.2023 - Current
STEAM Center Student Assistant
Indiana University Northwest
01.2023 - 08.2024
Behavioral Neuroscience Laboratory Assistant
Indiana University Northwest
01.2023 - 05.2023
YMCA School Age Assistant
Valparaiso YMCA
01.2022 - 06.2022
Caregiver
First Light Home Care
06.2020 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Indiana University, Northwest
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Indiana University, Northwest
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Indiana University, Northwest
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