Izzy Bleier
Chicago
Summary
Compassionate nursing student with a background in medical assisting and hands-on experience supporting diverse patient populations in clinical and community settings. Skilled in patient-centered care, therapeutic communication, health education, and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Adaptable, dependable, and organized, with a strong commitment to patient safety, advocacy, and high-quality care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ophthalmology Technician
Chicago Oculofacial Consultants
Chicago, IL
12.2024 - 01.2026
- Performed diagnostic imaging, including visual field tests, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and fundus photography, facilitating accurate diagnoses.
- Conducted preliminary eye function tests to assess visual acuity, pupil responses, and intraocular pressure, improving accuracy of patient consultations.
- Assisted in surgical procedures by preparing patients and ensuring strict adherence to sterile protocols, contributing to patient safety and successful outcomes.
- Provided patients with instructions on pre and postoperative care and medication management, enhancing recovery outcomes.
- Maintained and sterilized ophthalmic instruments and equipment, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Managed surgery and appointment scheduling, coordinating follow-up on appointment results and treatment details to enhance patient care continuity.
- Educated patients on eye care and condition management, improving patient knowledge and adherence to treatment plans.
Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist
Wellness365
Chicago, IL
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Operated as sole phlebotomist, drawing blood for laboratory tests and managing specimen handling to ensure integrity and accuracy of results.
- Accurately measured and recorded patient vital signs, including blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and heart rate, ensuring precise baseline data for clinical assessments.
- Administered a variety of medications and injections, adhering to strict safety protocols and dosage guidelines to ensure patient safety and treatment efficacy.
- Supported physicians during patient examinations by efficiently managing history taking and physical assessments, enhancing patient care and clinic workflow.
- Performed electrocardiograms (EKGs) and other essential preoperative evaluations, contributing to accurate diagnostics and patient preparation for surgery.
- Managed telephone triage for incoming patient calls, assessing needs and directing patients to appropriate care settings to enhance response times and patient satisfaction.
- Upheld highest standards of infection control throughout the practice, implementing policies that significantly reduced cross-contamination risks.
- Maintained and prepared examination and treatment rooms, ensuring all areas were well-stocked, clean, and ready for patient care, thus sustaining operational efficiency and high standards of cleanliness.
AmeriCorps Member, Community Health Worker
Rush Medical Center
Chicago, IL
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Conducted community health outreach for patients discharged from the Emergency Department, enhancing post-discharge care.
- Screened patients for Social Determinants of Health needs such as housing or food insecurity, navigation to a primary care provider, or other social services.
- Identified patient needs and referred them to local community health resources.
- Ensured pregnant patients were connected with appropriate follow-up and care management plans.
- Worked primarily with pregnant and postpartum women conducting birth equity research and birth equity support services.
- Collaborated with VeggieRx food pantry initiative to address food insecurity among patients, improving access to nutritious food.
- Assisted in research study evaluating impact of initiative on management of patients' chronic conditions.
Research Assistant
Tulane Psychology Department
New Orleans, LA
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Conducted in-depth literature reviews on peer-reviewed studies related to parenting status and social and religious attitudes to inform research design.
- Oversaw data collection and analysis for the study, ensuring accurate interpretation of participant surveys and responses.
- Executed interviews of subjects, maintained accurate records of interviews, and safeguarded the confidentiality of subjects.
- Collaborated with psychology graduate students at Tulane to investigate how different stimuli, parental status, and parental motivation influence social and religious attitudes.
- Traveled to field sites such as Audubon Park in New Orleans to collect and record data by surveying participants.
Education
Masters of Nursing -
University of Illinois Chicago, MSN Entry Program
Chicago, IL08-2027
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Public Health
Tulane University, School of Science and Engineering
New Orleans, LA05-2022
Skills
- Visual field testing
- Ophthalmic imaging
- Direct patient care
- Phlebotomy
- Immunization administration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medical history taking
- Instrument sterilization
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic health records
- Electronic medical records
- HIPAA
- Insurance verification
- Appointment scheduling
- Medical terminology knowledge
- CPR
Accomplishments
- 4.0 GPA and top 2% of current Master's cohort
- BLS certification
- Received positive clinical evaluations for communication, patient safety, professionalism, or medication administration
- Completed clinical rotations in areas such as medical surgical, cardiac, pulmonary, and psychiatric nursing
- Received positive clinical evaluations for communication, patient safety, professionalism, and medication administration
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CPR/AED and First Aid
- Phlebotomy
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hebrew
Professional Working
Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Ophthalmology Technician
Chicago Oculofacial Consultants
12.2024 - 01.2026
Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist
Wellness365
08.2023 - 09.2024
AmeriCorps Member, Community Health Worker
Rush Medical Center
08.2022 - 08.2023
Research Assistant
Tulane Psychology Department
02.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Public Health
Tulane University, School of Science and Engineering
Masters of Nursing -
University of Illinois Chicago, MSN Entry Program
Clinical Experience
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Clinical — 60 hours
Advocate Medical Center, Oak Lawn, IL | Spring 2026
Preceptor: Eliza Castillo, MSN RN - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Clinical — 60 hours
Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Palos Heights, IL | Summer 2026
Preceptor: Stephanie Kutella, MSN PMHNP - Cardiac-Pulmonary Nursing Clinical — 60 hours
Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL | Summer 2026
Preceptor: Claudia Choe, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC
LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
Chicago Street Medicine Volunteer
Participate in street outreach alongside interprofessional healthcare teams to support individuals experiencing homelessness.
Assist with basic health screenings, supply distribution, wound-care support, and referrals to community resources under appropriate supervision.
Chicago Health Fairs and Community Outreach
Conducted blood pressure, blood glucose, and cholesterol screenings to help identify potential health risks among community members.
Provided education on preventive care, nutrition, exercise, chronic disease management, and local health services.
Rush University Medical Center VeggieRx Volunteer
Distributed fresh produce prescriptions through hospital program to improve access to nutritious foods for patients experiencing food insecurity.
Provided education on healthy eating and nutrition to support preventive care and long-term health.