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Samantha  Padilla

Samantha Padilla

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

I am a striving dedicated student, skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges.

I have great conversational customer service abilities, with an enthusiastic attitude & eager to contribute to team success through hard work. I'm Motivated to learn, grow and excel in all tasks ready to start at any given moment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Care Partner (per diem Nights)

CHLA
09.2023 - Current

Hematology/Oncology unit ( Nights)
Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical staff for prompt attention and treatment.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and support throughout their stay.
Completed urine dips and spec graphs on patients who were clearing chemo, or needed to start chemo, and provided the results to the RN in order for them to make the appropriate treatment plans.
Took special vital signs for patients starting chemo treatment
Prepped rooms for new admissions or transfers from the ED or other departments
Worked as a team with all nurses
Assisted in turning, repositioning, routinely performed diaper changes on patients, emptying foley's/bedside kamode's and charting output
Providing 1-1 care "sitting" for patients
Complied with HIPPA policies
Performed basic wound care duties under nurse supervision, promoting healing and preventing infection.
Charted vital signs Q4 hourly and charted intake and output Q2 hourly
Transported patients down to their MRI, CT, and X-ray exams, and brought them back up to their rooms safely.
Provided emotional support/ care for families who's children were in hospice or palliative care
Responsive to RRT (rapid response team ) calls taking VS every 5 min and calling it out to the individual who is in charge of charting everything.
Responsive to code calls
Facilitated the smooth transition between shifts by providing detailed hand-off reports to incoming care partners.
Enabled efficient healthcare team collaboration through timely information sharing about changes in patients' conditions.
Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a positive environment during difficult times.
Ensured patient safety through regular room checks and vigilance regarding potential hazards or concerns.

Administrative Assistant

St John's Pacific Heart Institute
03.2023 - 09.2023

Assistant to both Interventional Cardiologist, and General Cardiologist
Schedule patients for follow-up’s and Ultrasounds related to heart. example, Carotid ultrasounds, echo’s, EE’s, nuclear stress tests, etc.
Check out all patients seen by both assigned Doctors
Schedule Surgeries and procedures for both Doctors
Communicate with RN’s and Nurse practitioners in regards to urgent patient matters
Use Epic to schedule and coordinate patient appointments
Fax pre-operative charts to surgery scheduling
Communicate with Doctors via text when there are changes in schedule
Communicate with Medical assistants to coordinate and place heart monitors or perform EKG‘s on patients.
Answer all incoming phone calls from both of my scheduled Doctors patients
Return all voicemails

Patient Care Coordinator

Metropolis Dermatology
Los Angeles, California
12.2022 - Current
  • Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care.
  • Communicated with insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain authorizations for medical treatments and procedures.
  • Worked with patients to schedule tests and procedures.
  • Provided translation for Spanish speaking or Basic ASL for patients.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
  • Answered incoming phone calls to schedule new patients
  • checked out all patients after their appointment
  • Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
  • Hippa compliant in sending medical records to patients or third parties.

COPE Health Scholar

Kaiser Permanente
Woodland Hills, California
02.2022 - Current
  • Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
  • took vitals of patients and reported to nurses any major changes
  • Ambulated patients
  • Helped with Post Partum care
  • fed Patients who weren't able to themselves
  • wiped and helped patients to the restroom
  • created bonds with patients and offered compassionate care
  • used proper PPE when entering Isolation rooms
  • Assisting nurse in any task they need help with
  • restocking the nurses gloves and medical equipment

Medical Assistant

Dr.Khounganian
Encino, CA
05.2021 - Current
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Printed all patient charts a day prior to seeing patients while preparing pre-operative surgical charts
  • Translated for Doctor and Nurse practitioner for Spanish speaking patients.

BI Sub Coordinator

Comp Therapy
Los Angeles, California
08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple tasks
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Maintained records up to date on our BI Master sheet
  • Coordinated sub coverage when needed at schools
  • communicated with all employees to confirm absences or time off requests
  • commuicated with the schools and school districta to notify them of any BI's,SA's or floaters who were out and provided sub coverage for them.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Food Service, Cashier, Team Member, Supervisor

Coldstone Creamy
Los Angeles, CA
10.2018 - 05.2021
  • Took orders, prepared and created all quality ice-cream/waffles and served to customers
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Pursued learning opportunities to advance knowledge and take on leadership position.
  • Created appealing displays for routine arrangements and special promotions.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Trained all new employees and Interviewed individuals prior to hire
  • Prepared register and store for opening and closing


Baby Sitter

Adriana Serrano
Montebello , CA
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Cared & Catered to 2 Children
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Maintained Safe environment for children inside the residence property
  • Performed light housekeeping as needed by family members
  • Prepared and served nutritious meals
  • Provided educational support in basic math skills for summer classes,

Education

Bachelor of Science in Public Health

California State University Northridge
Northridge
12.2022

Skills

  • Cleaning and Organizing
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Electronic Charting
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Inventory Stocking
  • Basic ASL Translation
  • Fluent Spanish Translation

Certification

CPR/BSL Certified

Timeline

Care Partner (per diem Nights)

CHLA
09.2023 - Current

Administrative Assistant

St John's Pacific Heart Institute
03.2023 - 09.2023

Patient Care Coordinator

Metropolis Dermatology
12.2022 - Current

BI Sub Coordinator

Comp Therapy
08.2022 - 03.2023

COPE Health Scholar

Kaiser Permanente
02.2022 - Current

Medical Assistant

Dr.Khounganian
05.2021 - Current

Food Service, Cashier, Team Member, Supervisor

Coldstone Creamy
10.2018 - 05.2021

Baby Sitter

Adriana Serrano
06.2018 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science in Public Health

California State University Northridge

CPR/BSL Certified

Samantha Padilla