Nursing Assistant Certified

RAFAELA LOPEZ

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Professional Experience

July 1999 – August 2015

Norwegian America Hospital, Chicago, IL

Certified Nursing Assistant / Office Administrator

Oncology Unit (2005-2015)

Medical Surgical Unit (1999 – 2005)

·Assisted nurses and doctors to care for patients

·Took vital signs, drew blood for testing, and provided food for patients

·Educated oncology patients on proper self-care and provided emotional support

·Served as Spanish/English interpreter between patients and doctors or nurses

·Maintained patient charts and kept patient medical records

·Supported unit reception area; answered calls, scheduled appointments and arranged transportation for patients

·Verified patient’s coverage with insurance companies

·Ensured proper functioning of medical equipment and called for repairs or maintenance when necessary

April 1992 – May 1994

Casa Central, Chicago, IL

Certified Nursing Assistant

·Assisted nurses and doctor to care for nursing home residents

·Provided nutrition and hygienic care for patients

·Answered phone and provided information to caller

Education & Certificates

January 2015

Masterword Services

Certified Health Care Interpreter - Spanish Latin America

June 1996

Wilbur Wright College

Certificate in Phlebotomy & Venipuncture

July 1992

Wilbur Wright College

Certified Nursing Assistant

1986

University of Panama, Panama City, Republic of Panama

Biology Degree

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