Natalia Chavez-Ruiz
Denver
Summary
Motivated and reliable candidate seeking a Dental Assisting Internship Program, equipped with a strong foundation in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Experience in customer service and caregiving enhances the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments requiring adaptability, attention to detail, and compassionate, patient-centered support. Strong interpersonal and bilingual communication skills foster effective interactions with diverse patients and healthcare teams. Committed to acquiring new clinical skills, gaining hands-on experience, and contributing positively within a supportive dental care environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
In-Home Senior Caregiver
Honesty Home Care
Denver, Colorado
04.2023 - 01.2025
- Respected each client's right to privacy while providing services in the home setting.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure and temperature.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments or other activities as required.
- Recognized changes in client's health status and reported these changes immediately to supervisor and family members.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on client assessment data and physician orders.
- Maintained detailed records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the home environment and took steps to minimize risk.
- Responded to client requests in a timely and compassionate manner.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate emergency procedures.
Customer Service
Snarf's Sandwiches
Denver, Colorado
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Prepared and presented customer service reports to management.
- Developed troubleshooting procedures for common customer service issues.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing customer concerns.
- Excellent communication skills for customer service interactions.
- Greeted guests and provided friendly, efficient customer service.
- Gained expertise in customer service and hospitality management.
- Provided bilingual customer service to ensure quality customer service.
Lifeguard
Jeff Ellis Management
Denver, CO
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Developed strong working relationships with other employees and the general public.
- Remained alert, vigilant, calm, and poised at all times while on duty, observing swimmers closely for signs of distress or danger.
- Enforced safety policies and rules to guests to prevent accidents.
- Administered CPR, first aid, AED when necessary.
- Attended regularly scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
- Administered lifesaving techniques and first aid during emergencies and immediately called for additional assistance when necessary.
- Utilized excellent communication, organizational and time management skills while maintaining safety standards.
- Documented incidents and injuries for accurate recordkeeping.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Integrative Health Care
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO, US05-2026
High School Diploma - undefined
KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy
Denver05.2020
Skills
- Mobility assistance
- Assistive technology
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Patient assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation and reporting
- Fast learner
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Compassionate care
- Social interaction
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Full Professional
Timeline
In-Home Senior Caregiver
Honesty Home Care
04.2023 - 01.2025
Customer Service
Snarf's Sandwiches
04.2021 - 08.2021
Lifeguard
Jeff Ellis Management
06.2018 - 12.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Integrative Health Care
Metropolitan State University of Denver