EDGAR RICARDO AVILA
Shrewsbury
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Clinical Rotations
UMass Memorial Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
- Completed 746 hours of clinical experience on Medical-Surgical, Pediatric, Maternity, Psychiatric, Community Health, and Emergency Medicine Units.
- Administered medications (IV, PO, IM, SQ) and other treatments to patients.
- Documented vital signs, fluid output and intake, and physical assessment findings.
- Implemented pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Updated clinical supervisors of the changing conditions of patients.
Emergency Care Sergeant
US Army Reserve
01.2022 - Current
- Coordinated a medical mission to Agadir, Morocco of 12 soldiers.
- Performed treatments for primary care-related illnesses and injuries.
- Utilized proven techniques, equipment, and military protocols for medical interventions.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions in field settings.
Emergency Medical Technician
Medic-1 Ambulance Service
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Gathered incident and medical history information from patients.
- Measured and evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks for continuous and safe operation.
- Communicated with patients about comfort and needs during transportation.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure quality medical care.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Collected, organized, and shared patient profiles following HIPAA regulations.
- Solved patient issues by placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
- Filled 300 prescription orders daily.
- Maintained proper storage procedures and records for controlled drugs.
- Contacted insurance companies to complete claims processing.
Home Health Caregiver
Home Instead Senor Care
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted in hospice and end-of-life related care to both patients and families.
- Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a physician.
- Completed entries in log books to document patient progress.
Behavioral Health Technician and Caregiver
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Taught 10 seniors with disabilities how to complete basic household chores.
- Built positive staff relationships to promote teamwork for client care.
- Utilized behavior modification techniques in accordance with a care plan.
- Facilitated on-site activities and outings for clients.
- Provided daily medication administration and healthy meals.
- Aided in personal hygiene (I.e. shaving, bathing and teeth brushing).
Education
Doctorate of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School
Worcester, MA06.2027
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies, Chemistry
University of California
Santa Barbara, CA12.2019
Skills
- Proficient in EPIC
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Assessments
- Compassion and Empathy
- High Level of Autonomy
- HIPAA Education
Certification
- CPR Basic Life Support, American Red Cross Valid till 04/06/2024
- NREMT Licensure, National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians Valid till 03/31/2026
- Medication Administration and Glucometry, UCLA Center for Prehospital Care Valid till
07/27/2026
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Chancellor's Scholarship, University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School - Worcester, MA - 12/2023
- Dean's List, US Army Medical Center of Excellence - Ft Sam Houston, TX - 07/2022
- President's Honor Roll, Santa Barbara City College - Santa Barbara, CA - 12/2021
- 250 Volunteer Hours Completed, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Emergency Department - Santa Barbara, CA - 05/2019
Timeline
Nursing Clinical Rotations
UMass Memorial Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Medic-1 Ambulance Service
08.2022 - 06.2023
Emergency Care Sergeant
US Army Reserve
01.2022 - Current
Home Health Caregiver
Home Instead Senor Care
05.2020 - 08.2021
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
04.2020 - 12.2021
Behavioral Health Technician and Caregiver
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
05.2018 - 03.2020
Doctorate of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies, Chemistry
University of California
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