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Elizabeth Nelson

Elizabeth Nelson

Santa Barbara

Summary

I pride myself on being compassionate and outgoing, with a passion for pediatric care. I have a background in working extensively with children, including those with special needs. I am known for building quick and meaningful connections with young patients and families, and I have a natural ability to read social cues, adapting to a variety of situations. I am creative, empathetic, and resilient, and I am currently seeking a Medical Assistant role where I can contribute my strengths while also gaining mentorship and hands-on experience to develop into a confident and capable medical professional.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Nanny

Margaret Rolston
San Anselmo
01.2023 - 08.2025
  • Supervised daily activities and playtime for a newborn and one-year-old.
  • Coordinated schedules for nap times, meals, and outings for optimal routine
  • Communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's progress and needs
  • Maintained a clean and organized play area to foster a healthy space for children
  • Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers, and prepared bottles and feeding equipment

Special Needs Swim Instructor

American Swim Academy
Walnut Creek
10.2024 - 07.2025
  • Developed individualized swim plans for special needs clients
  • Facilitated fun, engaging swim lessons to enhance water safety skills.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding progress and concerns
  • Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse learning styles and needs
  • Conducted pre-swim assessments to evaluate individuals' capabilities prior to enrollment.
  • Demonstrated patience and understanding when working with special needs children.

Hospital Volunteer

Kaiser Permanente
San Rafael
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Assisted patients with navigation throughout the hospital facilities
  • Provided compassionate support to patients during waiting periods
  • Coordinated with medical staff to ensure smooth patient experiences
  • Organized and maintained patient information and records accurately
  • Engaged in training sessions for new volunteers on hospital procedures
  • Answered phones, took messages, and directed calls to appropriate staff members
  • Assisted nurses with non-medical tasks, such as delivering meals and running errands
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to patients and families
  • Helped transport patients and assisted with discharges
  • Played games with patients to boost mood, improve memory, and provide light entertainment

Camp Counselor

Marinwood Community Services District
Novato
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Supervised daily activities and ensured camper safety during events and excursions
  • Facilitated engaging group activities to promote teamwork and social skills among campers
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment for all camp facilities and equipment
  • Encouraged positive behavior through conflict resolution techniques among campers
  • Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment

Education

High School Diploma -

Acalanes High School
Lafayette, CA
06-2025

Skills

  • Team building
  • Effective communication
  • Customer service
  • Conflict resolution
  • Organization skills
  • Special needs experience
  • Family engagement
  • CPR training
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Emotional support
  • Professionalism and ethics

Certification

  • Phlebotomy Certification
  • Medical Assistant Certification
  • CPR and First Aid certified

Languages

French
Professional

Timeline

Special Needs Swim Instructor

American Swim Academy
10.2024 - 07.2025

Hospital Volunteer

Kaiser Permanente
08.2023 - 04.2024

Private Nanny

Margaret Rolston
01.2023 - 08.2025

Camp Counselor

Marinwood Community Services District
05.2022 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Acalanes High School

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