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Sanaa Garbharran

Schaumburg,IL

Summary

Neuroscience and Psychology student on the pre-medical track with experience in patient care, research, service, and leadership. I'm especially drawn to medicine for the opportunity to connect with people, keep learning, and make a meaningful impact through service. I value collaboration, mentorship, and being part of communities where people genuinely support and challenge one another.

Overview

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1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Alden Valley Ridge Rehabilitation Center
Bloomingdale, Illinois
06.2026 - 08.2026
  • Monitored vital signs and communicated significant changes to nursing staff to ensure timely interventions.
  • Supported patients with daily living activities and personal care, improving overall comfort and well-being.
  • Recorded patient observations and care in electronic records, ensuring accurate and accessible information for care continuity.
  • Followed infection control procedures to minimize illness transmission.

Patient Service Representative in Endocrinology

Northwestern Medcine
Crystal Lake, Illinois
06.2023 - 08.2026
  • Verified patient information and insurance details to ensure accurate records.
  • Scheduled appointments using electronic health record systems for efficient patient management.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline patient flow and enhance service delivery.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Processed patient payments and managed billing inquiries for financial transactions.

Mathnasium Tutor

Mathnasium Learning Center
Schaumburg, IL
09.2024 - 08.2025
  • Developed personalized lesson plans based on individual student needs.
  • Facilitated one-on-one math tutoring sessions for diverse student levels.
  • Collaborated with parents to discuss student performance and goals.
  • Counseled struggling learners on how best to approach difficult subjects or tasks.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Majors:Neuroscience,Psych Minor:Entrepreneurship

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
05-2029

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Vital Signs
  • Electronic health records
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Team Collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • BLS/CPR

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Basic Life Support- AHA
  • Mental Health First Aid

Affiliations

  • SCARF researcher
  • PromiseHealthcare Quality Care Board Member
  • Northwestern Medicine Volunteer
  • Competitive Bollywood Fusion Dancer
  • Classical Kathak Dancer

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Alden Valley Ridge Rehabilitation Center
06.2026 - 08.2026

Mathnasium Tutor

Mathnasium Learning Center
09.2024 - 08.2025

Patient Service Representative in Endocrinology

Northwestern Medcine
06.2023 - 08.2026

Bachelor of Science - Majors:Neuroscience,Psych Minor:Entrepreneurship

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Sanaa Garbharran