Alexandra Blanco

Experience

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  Eskenazi Health

  Jun 2016 - Jun 2016

  Job Shadow

  Shadowed the role of a clinical nurse working with patients on record collection and procedures for injuries.

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  Bubba's 33

  Jul 2017 - Oct 2017

  Hostess

  Greeted and seated guests in a professional manner, always providing excellent customer service. Managed large parties with efficiency and ease.

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  Two Local Families

  May 2018 - Jul 2021

  Nanny

  Cared for two sets of twin girls seasonally during college breaks, handling emotions, and ensuring their safety. Managed daily schedules, organized events, and transported to extracurricular activities. Prepared and served daily meals and performed light housekeeping duties.

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  Florida State University

  Aug 2019 - Dec 2019

  Research Shadow

  Shadowed Dr. David Gilbert's Molecular Replication Lab studying mammalian chromosome organization.

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  A Taste of Indiana

  Nov 2020 - Dec 2020

  Sales Associate

  Created and prepared custom gift set orders and provided excellent customer service.

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  Florida State University - Division of Undergraduate Studies

  Jan 2021 - Dec 2021

  Freshman Interest Group Leader - FIG Leader

  Trained in Engage 100 Peer Instructor Course during Spring semester to develop knowledge, skills, and perspectives needed to counsel and guide first year students during Fall semester of teaching. Designed and built my own unique class, course outline, and program of study to help navigate academic culture at FSU for peers with diverse backgrounds and high demand STEM courses. Facilitated learning and led classroom discussions and activities for successful transition to college life.

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  Phi Mu Fraternity

  Jan 2021 - Dec 2021

  Chapter President, Alpha Epsilon Chapter at Florida State University

  Led a ten-member executive board, managed 250+ members at monthly chapter meetings, and oversaw daily operations. Served as spokesperson and representative to University and Panhellenic staff, alumnae, and sorority/fraternity officers. Acquired daily experience handling advocacy, decision-making, conflict, patience, teamwork, and keeping reports up to date.

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  Ascension

  May 2021 - Jul 2021

  Cancer Genetics Intern at Ascension St. Vincent

  Summer Intern at the Cancer Genetics High Risk Assessment Program, under the direction of LCGC Stephanie A. Cohen. Shadowed during patient appointments in a medical office setting. Created reports and data visuals for the Pancreatic Cancer Tumor Board Project. Filed patient reports in REDCap and Athenahealth databases.

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  Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling - Northwestern University

  Jun 2021 - Jun 2021

  Intern

  Intern for the Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling Summer Experiential Workshop (virtually) during one week in June. Participated in lectures on public health, patient stories, and case reviews. Navigated clinical experience while collaborating with peers. Discussed prominent cultural, ethical, professional, and psychological issues.

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  Crisis Text Line

  Jun 2022 - Mar 2024

  Crisis Text Line Volunteer
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  Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

  Jul 2022 - Aug 2023

  Genetic Counseling Assistant
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  Imerman Angels

  Sept 2023 - now

  Testimonial Specialist
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  Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling - Northwestern University

  Sept 2023 - now

  Genetic Counseling Intern

  Clinical Rotations:Advocate Lutheran: Pediatrics (January-February 2025)Illinois Department of Public Health (October-December 2024) Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago: Molecular/Pediatrics (September-October 2024)Advocate Illinois Masonic: Prenatal (Summer 2024)John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County: Cancer (Summer 2024)Northwestern Medicine: Cardiomyopathy (April-May 2024)University of Chicago: Prenatal (February-April 2024)