Serena Almodovar
Romeoville,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
Bolingbrook Hospital
Bolingbrook, IL
11.2020 - Current
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- COVID -19 Swabbing
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Plainfield, IL
07.2019 - 11.2021
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brightstar Healthcare Agency
Naperville, IL
05.2017 - 10.2020
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- 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.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Romeoville Recreation Center
Romeoville, IL
12.2016 - 08.2018
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
Day Camp Counselor
Romeoville Recreation Center
Romeoville, IL
12.2016 - 08.2018
- Planned painting, drama productions and ceramics in preparation for rainy days or stormy weather.
- Planned and lead diverse activities to entertain children and promote core values.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with campers, staff and families.
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
Education
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, ILNursing
Iowa Wesleyan University
Mount Pleasant, IAHigh School Diploma -
Montini Catholic High School
Lombard, IL05.2017
Skills
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Butterfly Venipuncture
- Specimen Collection
- Sample Processing
- CPR Certification
- CNA Certification
- Organization and Time Management
- Self-Motivated
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Caregiver Relations
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Bolingbrook Hospital
11.2020 - Current
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
07.2019 - 11.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brightstar Healthcare Agency
05.2017 - 10.2020
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Romeoville Recreation Center
12.2016 - 08.2018
Day Camp Counselor
Romeoville Recreation Center
12.2016 - 08.2018
Joliet Junior College
Nursing
Iowa Wesleyan University
High School Diploma -
Montini Catholic High School
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- First Aid/CPR Certified
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