Aubrey West
Peru
Summary
Dedicated health education professional eager to leverage strong understanding of health promotion principles, theories and best practices. Skilled in creating educational materials and delivering presentations with sharp eye for detail. Strong interpersonal skills for building positive relationships with focus on counseling. Personable with strong work ethic.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
HAI Health Educator
Indiana Department of Health
2022.10 - Current
- Assisted in grant writing efforts that secured funding for additional educational programs and resources.
- Developed and implemented health education strategies to reach target audiences.
- Served as the co-chair of the Learning and Training subcommittee of the IDEPD Health committee.
- Maintained accurate and complete records to document program activities and outcomes.
- Developed strategic partnerships with local organizations to promote healthy lifestyles within the community.
- Served as a liaison between different agencies striving towards common goals of reducing disparities faced by marginalized communities.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in knowledge, skills, or resources related to public health concerns among target populations.
- Complied with legal and ethical standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create comprehensive patient education materials for various medical conditions.
- Gave public talks on importance of health education and specific disease prevention and treatment strategies.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
Family Specialist
Josiah White’s Residential and Family Services
2021.09 - 2022.10
- Strengthened family relationships through tailored interventions and conflict resolution strategies.
- Provided crisis intervention support during emergency situations, helping families regain stability following critical incidents.
- Conducted home visits regularly to assess living conditions, safety concerns, and overall familial well-being within their environment.
- Promoted child well-being by connecting families to essential community resources and support services.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of intervention strategies through regular progress reviews, adjusting approaches as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Supported children''s academic success by collaborating with school officials to address educational needs and challenges.
Skills Coach
Bowen Center
2021.03 - 2021.09
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions and progress indicators, facilitating data-driven decision-making when adjusting coaching methods or techniques as needed over time.
- Actively listened to clients'' concerns and challenges, providing empathetic guidance and support tailored to their unique situations.
- Assessed individual strengths and weaknesses effectively, tailoring coaching strategies accordingly for optimal results.
Ophthalmology Technician
Ophthalmology Consultants of Fort Wayne
2020.07 - 2021.03
- Maintained patient confidentiality at all times, adhering to HIPAA regulations and safeguarding sensitive medical information.
- Contributed to the practice''s growth by actively participating in marketing initiatives and community outreach events.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough pre-examination tests and preparing patients for ophthalmic procedures.
- Served as a reliable and knowledgeable resource for patients, providing guidance on appropriate use of medications and eye drops.
- Promoted preventive eye care by counseling patients on the importance of regular eye exams and screenings for early detection of potential issues.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry best practices and advancements in ophthalmic technology.
- Supported surgical procedures by setting up instruments, calibrating equipment, and providing assistance as needed during operations.
- Assisted ophthalmologists in performing diagnostic tests, ensuring accurate measurements and data collection.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Performed visual field testing to measure patients' peripheral vision to determine any visual field loss.
- Recorded patient history to help ophthalmologists determine diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
- Administered visual acuity tests to measure patient ability to see clearly at different distances and identify visual impairments.
- Conducted tonometry testing to measure pressure inside patient's eye to determine presence of glaucoma
- Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Exercise Science
Manchester University
North Manchester, INMaster of Healthcare Administration -
Maryville University
St. Louis, MO12.2021
Skills
- Presentation Skills
- Health Promotion
- Community Outreach
- Health Advocacy
- Data Collection
- Program Development
- Grant Writing
Locations
Peru, IN
Timeline
HAI Health Educator
Indiana Department of Health
2022.10 - Current
Family Specialist
Josiah White’s Residential and Family Services
2021.09 - 2022.10
Skills Coach
Bowen Center
2021.03 - 2021.09
Ophthalmology Technician
Ophthalmology Consultants of Fort Wayne
2020.07 - 2021.03
Bachelor of Science Degree - Exercise Science
Manchester University
Master of Healthcare Administration -
Maryville University
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