Alma Ramirez Velazquez
Spruce Pine,NC
Summary
Compassionate and motivated first generation nursing student with experience in patient care, customer service and small business operations. Passionate about helping others through advocacy, education and patient centered care. Have the ability to balance healthcare responsibilities with administrative duties, including bookkeeping, financial management, customer relations, and business operations. Fluent in english and spanish which will allow communication with diverse patient populations. Dedicated to lifelong learning and professional growth with an ultimate goal of becoming a Nurse Practitioner. Eager to begin a nursing career where I continue to develop my clinical skills, grow knowledge and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Part Owner/Administrative Assistant
Israel's Tree Service and Retaining Walls LLC
Spruce Pine, NC
04.2021 - Current
- Assisted with daily business operations and customer communication
- Managed receipts, estimates, invoices, and financial organization
- Coordinated scheduling and answered customer service calls
- Assisted with budgeting, spending oversight, and administrative tasks
- Maintained professional relationships with clients and vendors
- Operated commercial vehicles and transported equipment in CDL regulations.
Parient Safety Attendant
Blue Ridge Hospital
Spruce Pine, NC
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Monitored patient behavior to ensure safety and compliance with care plans.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to communicate patient needs and concerns effectively.
- Assisted in de-escalating potentially harmful situations through proactive engagement.
- Documented patient observations accurately to inform treatment adjustments and interventions.
Home Health Aide
Compassionate Hearts Home Care
Newland, NC
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided emotional support and companionship, enhancing patient well-being and morale.
- Developed and implemented personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
Starbucks Barista / Team Lead
Ingles Supermarket
Spruce Pine, NC
07.2021 - 09.2023
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Provided customer service in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
- Assisted with training and onboarding new baristas.
- Opened the store and prepared operations for daily business.
- Supported workflow coordination during peak business hours.
- Maintained food safety, cleanliness, and company standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
South College
Asheville, NC09-2026
High School Diploma -
Mitchel Highschool
Bakersville, NC05.2021
Skills
- Fluent in English & Spanish
- Medication Administration
- Critical Thinking
- Prioritization
- Team Collaboration
- Patient & Family Education
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Therapeutic communication
- Patient Assessment
Accomplishments
- First generation college student pursuing a nursing degree.
- Fluent in English and Spanish.
- Earned and maintained a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
- Part owner and administrator of a family-owned business.
- Successfully balanced full-time nursing education with employment.
- Volunteered in community relief efforts during Hurricane Helene.
- Developed and maintained a business website to support customer outreach.
- Completed clinical rotations across multiple healthcare specialties.
- Anticipated graduation from an RN nursing program.
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certified
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL), North Carolina
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Compassionate Hearts Home Care
02.2024 - 10.2024
Parient Safety Attendant
Blue Ridge Hospital
10.2023 - 12.2024
Starbucks Barista / Team Lead
Ingles Supermarket
07.2021 - 09.2023
Part Owner/Administrative Assistant
Israel's Tree Service and Retaining Walls LLC
04.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
South College
High School Diploma -
Mitchel Highschool