Sarah Barrera-MIs
Burbank,WA
Summary
Organized and efficient individual with strong verbal and written communication skills. Experienced in supporting diverse teams and maintaining a welcoming environment. Committed to improving patient care and fostering positive interactions.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cheer Volunteer
John Burroughs High School
Burbank, CA
- Assisted in organizing school events, ensuring smooth execution and participant engagement.
- Coordinated volunteer schedules, optimizing resource allocation for various activities.
- Supported fundraising initiatives, contributing to community outreach and awareness efforts.
- Evaluated event feedback, identifying areas for improvement in future planning processes.
Volunteer
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
12.2025 - Current
- guided walking to appointments
- Greeted visitors in a friendly manner, offering directions or other assistance as needed.
- Assisted nurses with non-medical tasks, such as delivering meals and running errands.
- Improved quality of patient care by engaging with patients and families.
- Played games with patients to boost mood, improve memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Accompanied ambulatory patients around the facility when they needed assistance walking or navigating stairs.
- Facilitated recreational activities for hospitalized children, including arts and crafts projects.
- Helped with special events hosted by the hospital, such as health fairs or fundraisers.
- Disinfect toys and games in pediatric wards.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families about available resources.
Babysitter
NuCare
Burbank, CA
2020 - Current
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain a safe environment.
- Supervised and cared for children ages newborn to 12.
- Assisted children with bathing to instill proper hygiene.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
- Communicated with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and directing activities.
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
- Prepared healthy and nutritious snacks and meals according to individual needs.
- Read stories and played alphabet games to promote early literacy.
- Kept up-to-date records for each child detailing behavior and activities.
- Organized various leisure activities, games, crafts and outings to keep children entertained and busy.
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
- Cultivated trusting relationships with parents and children.
- Supervised children during parental absences.
- Balanced attentive and loving childcare with proactive focus on keeping home neat, organized and safe.
- Facilitated physical and social well-being of each child.
- Established open communication with parents regarding their child's day-to-day experiences in my care.
Barista
Cafe 86
Burbank, CA
02.2025 - 02.2026
- Prepared and served a variety of coffee beverages according to standard recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and dining areas.
- Assisted customers with menu selections, providing knowledgeable recommendations.
- Operated espresso machines and grinders to ensure high-quality beverage preparation.
- Handled cash register transactions accurately while processing customer payments.
- Collaborated with team members to meet peak service demands efficiently.
- Engaged with customers to foster a welcoming atmosphere and encourage repeat visits.
Volunteer
Cedar Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted healthcare professionals with patient care activities, ensuring comfort and support during treatments.
- Facilitated communication between patients and medical staff, enhancing overall service delivery.
- Organized and maintained cleanliness in patient areas, promoting a safe healing environment.
- Developed strong relationships with staff and patients, fostering an inclusive community atmosphere.
- Provided emotional support to families, enhancing the overall birthing experience.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA08.2026
High School Diploma -
John Burroughs High School
Burbank, CA05.2024
Skills
- Telephone and Email Etiquette
- Positive Attitude
- Public Speaking
- Emotional Awareness
- Fundraising Events
- Professional Appearance
- Organized and Efficient
- Deadline Adherence
- Friendly and Outgoing
- Event Planning
- Answering Phones
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Assessment
- Spanish Expertise
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Team Collaboration
- Verbal and Written Communication
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certified
- AED Certified
- Drivers License
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Volunteer
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
12.2025 - Current
Barista
Cafe 86
02.2025 - 02.2026
Volunteer
Cedar Sinai Medical Center
06.2024 - 06.2025
Cheer Volunteer
John Burroughs High School
Babysitter
NuCare
2020 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pasadena City College
High School Diploma -
John Burroughs High School