Resourceful Certified Health Education Specialist skilled in developing and executing health education plans to improve outcomes. Well-versed in health promotion principles and health risk analysis and assessment. Leverages excellent organizational skills to engage individuals and groups in health-related activities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Management Associate
CVS/AETNA
09.2023 - Current
Communicated with patients and family members to assist with information, provide literature, and direct to community resources.
Completed weekly scheduling and monthly department reports for case managers.
Coordinated post-discharge care by communicating with outpatient clinics, community resources, agencies, and families around patients' transitional care.
Liaised with relevant clinical groups to develop linkages between areas.
Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents
Certified Nursing Assistant
ShiftKey Agency
06.2022 - Current
Picking up all shifts I can to help with CNA shortage throughout several different facilities as caregiver
Assisted residents each shift with daily activities, ambulating, transferring, bathing, toileting, dressing, and eating
Assisted nurse by measuring patients' vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, pulse, and temperature
Reported any abnormal changes in vitals and included any behavioral changes in resident's health to nurse
Provided post-operative care to surgical patients
Collaborated with other team members, residents, and their families about care while adhering to proper HIPPA procedures.
Supported needs of 12+ residents under long-term care
Certified Nursing Assistant
Liberty Village of Peru
02.2014 - 03.2023
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Biology lab assistant
Illinois Valley Community college
01.2014 - 01.2015
Eligible for work/study program
Prepared, and arranged experiments for other classes
Assisted fellow students with any questions regarding biology, tutored in anatomy and physiology, and microbiology
Assisted in cleaning of lab after classes and used autoclave to be sterilized
Maintained lab equipment and measured out compounds for tests
Disposed and cleaned up properly hazardous waste materials
Passed Biology and Microbiology successfully
Office phone, fax, and emails.
Documented experiment progress and observations, compiled data, and organized findings for analysis
Sales Representative
Big Boyz Toyz
03.2009 - 03.2012
Product knowledge of Verizon phones, vehicle accessories, dish network, and Budget truck rentals
Assisted customers with how to pay their bills online or in-store
Arranged set up of displays and kept store neat and tidy
Kept current with new training videos weekly
Opened and closed store daily, six days a week
Opened new lines, ran credit checks, and accepted deposits
Made cold calls when needed, three years of customer service.
Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business
Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Studies, Health and Wellness, Psychology
Walden University
Minneapolis, Minnesota
11.2023
CNA Certificate -
Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, Il
2012
High School Diploma - General Studies
Serena High School
Serena, Il
2001
Skills
Critical Thinking
Electronic Medical Records
Teamwork
Detail oriented
Adaptability
Computer Literacy
Data Entry
Resourceful
Customer Service
Patient Relations
HIPAA Compliant
Quick Learner
Organization and Time Management
Ability to Multitask in fast-paced work environment
Certification
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
BLS/CPR Certified
Timeline
Care Management Associate
CVS/AETNA
09.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
ShiftKey Agency
06.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Liberty Village of Peru
02.2014 - 03.2023
Biology lab assistant
Illinois Valley Community college
01.2014 - 01.2015
Sales Representative
Big Boyz Toyz
03.2009 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Science - Health Studies, Health and Wellness, Psychology