Milena Kirsten Cruz
Medical Assistant at Midwest Center for Women's HealthCare- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Certified Nursing Assistant
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)Aug, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Basic Life Support for Healthcare and Public Safety (BLS)
American Heart Association
Experience
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Midwest Center for Women's HealthCare
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United States
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Medical Practices
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1 - 100 Employee
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Medical Assistant
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Jul 2022 - Present
• Knowledgeable in what tests need to be done based on certain gestational ages • Knowledgeable in when gynecology patients are due for PAP smears and other exams based on their age and their physician • Prepare rooms for procedures and patient exams • Set up Non-Stress Tests (NSTs) for obstetric patients • Assist physicians with procedures • Certify that patient information is up to date, including test results, and accurately collect patient vital signs, current concerns, and medical history • Perform laboratory tests, such as CBCs, STD screening, glucose 1 hour & 3 hour checks, etc. • Administer vaccinations • Process laboratory tests according to patients’ insurance • Sterilize procedural instruments
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Certified Nursing Assistant
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Aug 2020 - May 2022
• Worked directly with dementia and rehabilitation residents to assist them with activities of daily living, such as ambulation, turning and repositioning, eating, dressing, and bathing.• Provided bedside care to multiple residents while prioritizing their safety and comfort• Completed charting accurately and in a timely matter to ensure other medical professionals can access them when needed• Established trusting relationships with the residents, their families, other CNAs, nurses, and the rehabilitation staff
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Activity Assistant
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May 2020 - Aug 2020
• Provided activities throughout the day that aid in stimulating the residents mind and bodies, such as morning exercise, bingo, music Mondays, and spa days. I encouraged each resident to actively participate.• Deliver activities to bedridden residents, residents who aren’t interested in leaving their room, and COVID residents to ensure every resident has an opportunity.• Worked closely with the Activity Director to create a monthly calendar of activities• Scheduled family visits, outings, and phone/video calls.• Handed out packages and mail. For residents who have vision troubles, I would read their mail out loud for them.
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Rush Copley Medical Center
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Student Nurse (Clinical)
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Mar 2021 - May 2021
Assisted and observed nurses and other medical professionals in the Labor & Delivery unit, Postpartum Mother & Baby unit, and the Maternal-Fetal Medicine office. Assisted and observed nurses and other medical professionals in the Labor & Delivery unit, Postpartum Mother & Baby unit, and the Maternal-Fetal Medicine office.
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Student Nurse (Clinical)
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Jan 2021 - Mar 2021
Assisted and observed nurses and other medical professionals on the Medical-Surgical Floor and the Health Imaging Services Lab. Assisted and observed nurses and other medical professionals on the Medical-Surgical Floor and the Health Imaging Services Lab.
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Education
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2023 - 2024
DePaul University
Master of Science - MS, Nursing -
2018 - 2022
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Health Sciences, Psychology
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