A. Sloan Becher
Des Moines, IA 50311
Phone: 920-***-**** Email: ***********@*****.***
Education
Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, Clinical and Applied Science
Expected Graduation: May 18, 2014
Experience
Intern: Cardiovascular Service January 2014-present
Mercy Medical Center, Des Moines, IA
-Worked on process improvement projects in accordance to Six Sigma
-Created process improvement flow charts and procedure protocols
-Worked on the hospital’s Phase 4 Chest Pain Certification Application
-Audited patient charts for data compilation
Intern: Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Prevention August 2013-January 2014
Mercy Medical Center, Des Moines, IA
-Lead cardiac and pulmonary health education classes
-Work with cardiac and pulmonary rehab patients to promote healing
-Monitor patient’s vitals and assist during exercise classes
CNA/ Resident Assistant May 2013-September 2013
Appleton Retirement Community, Appleton, WI
-Provided dependable and compassionate care to elderly residents
-Assisted with many activities of daily living (meals, bathing, transportation, social activities)
-Built relationships with residents and helped them feel at home
-Learned to work collaboratively and efficiently as a part of a large nursing team
Volunteer Work
VIDA Free Clinics, Nicaragua May-June 2012
-Served underprivileged individuals in rural Nicaragua
-Learned to work effectively as a team in difficult situations
-Learned to communicate with people from different cultures/backgrounds
ChildServe of Iowa, Johnston, IA August 2013-current
-Promote and Support patient’s rehab and exercise
-Read, sign, play, and interact with sick children to bring joy and laughter
Children and Families of Iowa, Des Moines, Iowa August-December 2013
-Teach “Healthy Relationship” classes to youth in Polk County Juvenile Detention Center
-Connect with troubled youth on a personal level
-Provide an outlet for troubled youth to come and discuss sensitive topics
Skills
-Six Sigma Black Belt Will complete: June 2014
-CNA Certification January 2013
-CPR Certification March 2013
Honors
-Presidential Scholarship
Drake University 2010-present
-Drake University Dean’s List