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Abigail Ornelas

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with over 8 years of experience and a comprehensive understanding of patient care and clinical operations. Committed to continuous learning and professional growth, actively seeking opportunities to leverage skills and knowledge to contribute positively to the healthcare field. Passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and the efficiency of healthcare systems.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Diagnostic Services Technician

Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 11.2025
  • Obtained baseline vitals, documented them in EPIC and notified the appropriate tech/nurse.
  • Performed IV starts and/or phlebotomy as determined by MD protocol using the technique defined by RUMC.
  • Performed and processed ECG’s and application of cardiac monitors.

Undergraduate Research Intern

Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, IL
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Administered standardized cognitive assessments for patients with bipolar disorder and documented test results accurately.
  • Attended regular team meetings.
  • Assisted with data entry/ cleaning via RedCap.

Patient Care Technician- Orthopedic/Spine Department

Edward-Elmhurst Hospital
Naperville, IL
06.2020 - 03.2022
  • Assisted nurses with admissions, transfers, discharge processes, and recorded vital signs.
  • Answered patient call lights to determine patient’s needs.
  • Measured and recorded food intake, collected fluid specimens and reported to nurse and/or medical team.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Alden Courts of Shorewood
Shorewood, IL
05.2018 - 05.2020
  • Assisted residents with activities of daily living including meals, transferring with assistive devices, bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Preserved patient dignity and minimize discomfort while carrying out duties such as bedpan changes, diapering, emptying drainage bags, and bathing.
  • Complied with HIPAA standards and maintained chart accuracy.

Education

Master of Science - Respiratory Care

Rush University
Chicago
08-2027

Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology, minor in Sociology

University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, IL
05-2024

Certificate - Practical Nursing

Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL
12-2021

Timeline

Undergraduate Research Intern

Rush University Medical Center
01.2024 - 05.2024

Diagnostic Services Technician

Rush University Medical Center
01.2022 - 11.2025

Patient Care Technician- Orthopedic/Spine Department

Edward-Elmhurst Hospital
06.2020 - 03.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Alden Courts of Shorewood
05.2018 - 05.2020

Certificate - Practical Nursing

Joliet Junior College

Master of Science - Respiratory Care

Rush University

Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology, minor in Sociology

University of Illinois at Chicago
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