Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Volunteer Experience
Languages
Volunteer Experience
References
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Yvonne Rizkalla

Palm Desert,CA

Summary

Faith-driven, hardworking, and compassionate, with a heart for serving others. Committed to promoting health, safety, and spiritual well-being in communities. Eager to transition into school nursing, bringing a strong foundation in anatomy, medical terminology, and emergency response, along with experience working with diverse populations. Adept at multitasking, building rapport with students and families, and providing health education in a supportive, nurturing environment. Passionate about promoting well-being through a Christ-centered approach to support the whole—mind, body, and spirit. Dedicated to being a light in the lives of others, in love and service.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

BEAUTY ADVISOR

Ulta Beauty
Palm Desert, CA
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Provided exceptional customer service and assisted customers with product selection
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills to build relationships with clients
  • Conducted in-depth consultations with customers to assess their needs and preferences
  • Prevented store losses using awareness, attention to detail, and integrity.
  • Promoted new products with events to boost sales and prospective customers.
  • Maintained inventory levels by restocking shelves and ordering new merchandise as needed.
  • Designed and set up advertising signs and displays of merchandise on shelves and counters to attract customers and promote sales.
  • Computed sales prices, total purchases, and received and processed cash and credit payment.

COURTESY CLERK

Stater Bros Markets
Azusa, CA
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Assisted customers with bagging groceries, loading them into their vehicles, and providing other services as needed
  • Kept store front end clean and organized
  • Collected carts from the parking lot and store entrances
  • Demonstrated strong customer service skills by helping customers locate items in store.

BEAUTY ADVISOR

Ulta Beauty
Azusa, CA
04.2022 - 05.2023
  • Developed an extensive knowledge of beauty products, including ingredients, benefits, and usage instructions
  • Utilized point-of-scale systems to process payments, returns, and exchanges quickly and accurately.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients to promote loyalty.
  • shared expert product knowledge and demonstrated custom-fit solutions.
  • Designed and set up advertising signs and displays of merchandise on shelves and counters to attract customers and promote sales.
  • Placed special orders, submitted online orders, or contacted other stores to find desired items.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Specialists
La Quinta & Palm Springs, CA
05.2023 - 04.2024
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills to build relationships with clients
  • Utilized point-of-sale systems to process payments, returns, and exchanges quickly and accurately.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients to promote loyalty.
  • Shared expert product knowledge and demonstrated custom-fit solutions.
  • Designed and set up advertising signs and displays of merchandise on shelves and counters to attract customers and promote sales.
  • Placed special orders, submitted online orders, or contacted other stores to find desired items.
  • Documented medical data in patient charts, facilitating accurate records
  • Prepared examination rooms for incoming patients by stocking necessary materials and ensuring cleanliness of the room prior to patient arrival
  • Compiled patient histories by interviewing them regarding their medical history, family history, current medications or treatments they are undergoing
  • Supported physicians in examinations, procedures, and diagnostic tests
  • Organized charts before each patient visit in order to ensure that all relevant information is available during the exam
  • Worked interdependently with other professionals to provide quality health care to patients
  • Educated patients about their conditions and treatments
  • Instructed patients on proper medication use and storage techniques based on doctor's orders
  • Provided post-operative care instructions to patients after surgery or other medical procedures
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens, logged specimens, and prepared them for testing.

Education

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - Kinesiology

California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
08.2023

ASSOCIATE IN ARTS FOR TRANSFER (A.A.) - Kinesiology

College of the Desert Community College
Palm Desert, CA
01.2020

High School Diploma -

Palm Desert High School
Palm Desert, CA
05.2015

Skills

  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to Detail
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Effective Communication
  • Flexibility and Adaptability
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Patient-focused care
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Emergency Response Preparedness
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • First Aid
  • Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

Certification

  • Clinical Medical Assistant
  • Medical Terminology
  • BLS Provider (CPR & AED)

Volunteer Experience

January 2006- present

Altar Server Coordinator

Sacred Heart Church, Palm Desert, CA

  • Managed a team of volunteers who provided assistance during weekend services.
  • Developed positive, authentic relationships with youth and families from different backgrounds.
  • Mentored and guided youth, offering support and advice on navigating life's challenges.
  • Recruited and trained youth volunteers

References available upon request

Languages

Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual

Volunteer Experience

January 2014- Present 

Eucharistic Minister

Sacred Heart Church, Palm Desert, CA

  • Performed outreach activities such as visiting hospitals, nursing homes and other institutions to provide Communion services.
  • Assisted with fundraising efforts for various charitable causes supported by the church.
  • Supported other ministries within the church by participating in committee meetings, retreats, conferences.
  • Assisted with the preparation of Communion materials prior to Mass services.
  • Administered Communion in accordance with Church guidelines and regulations.
  • Developed relationships with local community organizations that provide support services to individuals in need.
  • Assisted with weekly tasks to help church services run smoothly.
  • Volunteered at church-run food pantries or soup kitchens, providing meals and assistance to those in need.
  • Provided spiritual guidance to parishioners as a Eucharistic Minister through compassionate listening and prayerful support.
  • Demonstrated an understanding of Catholic liturgy, sacraments, and rituals while serving as a Eucharistic Minister.
  • Provided comfort and encouragement to those suffering from illness or loss through meaningful conversations about their faith journey

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Specialists
05.2023 - 04.2024

BEAUTY ADVISOR

Ulta Beauty
04.2022 - 05.2023

COURTESY CLERK

Stater Bros Markets
01.2022 - 04.2022

BEAUTY ADVISOR

Ulta Beauty
01.2017 - 01.2020

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - Kinesiology

California State University Fullerton

ASSOCIATE IN ARTS FOR TRANSFER (A.A.) - Kinesiology

College of the Desert Community College

High School Diploma -

Palm Desert High School

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