Samra Hiros, MPH

Experience

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  CHI

  Jul 2006 - Apr 2012

  Resident Associate/Caregiver

  •Took and recorded vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse and temperature and communicated any hikes or spikes to family members or caregivers and also to nurse on call•Monitored residents to ensure their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing and ensure that any significant changes are communicated to the family•Conversed with assigned residents to determine their physical and emotional state of being•Provided companionship by actively listening to their concerns and ensuring that measures are taken in order to keep residents comfortable•Assisted residents with mobility by providing them with physical support or by pushing their wheelchairs•Assisted with the activities of daily living•Supervised their medications and ensured PRN medications are taken in a timely and safe manner Show less

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  UnityPoint Health

  Aug 2008 - Jul 2013

  Patient Access Associate

  Worked in outpatient services and emergency departments. Registered patients for outpatient exams, for hospital admission purposes (direct admits) and emergency room services. Responsibilities included but not limited to:•Obtained benefits of various health insurance plans•Educated patients on HIPAA•Obtained consents for treatment •Contacted providers for NPI authorizations

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  DuPont Pioneer

  Feb 2013 - Apr 2014

  Research Assistant/ Team Lead

  Developed protocol for Wheat Double Haploid Technology. Worked on process improvement and SOPs. Other responsibilities include but not limited to:•Managed a group of 7-9 people•Laboratory skills (embryo rescue, sterilization technique)•Greenhouse management •Weekly analysis of laboratory results•PowerPoint presentation at weekly meetings

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  Iowa Department of Public Health

  May 2014 - Sept 2016

  •Helped develop and gather data for Data Detail Sheets for community stakeholders. Topics included but not limited to: maternal and child health in the Title V population in Iowa focusing on the background of each topic, the cost, health impact, current status, available active programs and other initiatives for this needs assessment.•Assisted in writing and gathering materials for 1st Five Healthy Mental Development Initiative and related early childhood initiatives.•Assisted with conducting research activities related to early childhood issues. •Assisted in completing federal annual performance reports.•Assisted in the planning and coordinating of the 1st Five Project Consortium meetings and other related training.•Developed educational materials and newsletter articles on how parents and providers can support healthy mental development in young children.•Participated in grant writing activities and grant reviews. Show less

  • Grant Reviewer

    Aug 2016 - Sept 2016

  • 1st Five Healthy Mental Development Program Assistant

    May 2014 - Jul 2016
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  Des Moines University

  May 2014 - Apr 2016

  •Presided over meetings of the student club•Called special meetings•Facilitated executive board meeting•Prepared and filed any report required•Maintained contact with student club adviser•Maintained contact with affiliated university department or community partner•Represented the student club to the University•Served as a spokesperson for the student club•Assisted all executive officers•Coordinated executive board officer transitions•Represented organization at official functions•Remained fair and impartial during student club's decision making processes•Provided encouragement and motivation to fellow officers and student club members Show less

  • Treasurer

    May 2015 - Apr 2016

  • President

    May 2014 - May 2015
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  Iowa Society for Public Health Education (IASOPHE)

  Aug 2014 - May 2015

  • Volunteer

    Sept 2014 - May 2015

  • Committee Member

    Aug 2014 - May 2015
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  Waukee Aspiring Professional Experience (APEX)

  Sept 2014 - Dec 2014

  Student Mentor

  •Guided students interested in pursuing healthcare related careers•Served as a positive academic and social role model•Educated students about various resources and student services available on their quest•Attended a weekly meeting with the students

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  Iowa Rural Health Association

  Jan 2015 - now

  The Iowa Rural Health Association is committed to: strengthening health systems for rural residents and communities through leadership, education, advocacy, public awareness and networking •Provide general financial oversight•Oversee and present budgets, accounts and financial statements to the board•Prepare and present budgets for new or ongoing work•Present regular reports on the organization's financial position

  • Member of Executive Board of Directors

    Jan 2015 - now

  • Treasurer

    Jan 2015 - Nov 2019
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  Dallas County Health Department

  Jan 2016 - Apr 2016

  Graduate Capstone Experience
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  Center for Behavioral Health

  Nov 2016 - Mar 2017

  Substance Abuse Counselor

  •Was responsible for providing confidential addiction counseling, education and support to individuals, families and the community and for promoting healthy lifestyles and healthy choices•Provided counseling and education to individuals regarding the use and effects of drugs and alcohol•Provided group counseling as requested•Ensured legislation, standards, and guidelines are being followed

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  American Lung Association

  Jun 2017 - Nov 2019

  •Successfully assist in writing for and carrying out action plan for Iowa Department of Public Health, Division of Tobacco Use Prevention and Control Community Partnership Grant serving 8 Central Iowa Counties•Work with city councils, parks and recreation departments, community leaders, school officials and business leaders to implement tobacco-free/nicotine-free policies•Participate on several community wellness and substance abuse prevention coalitions in Central Iowa•Develop extensive network of contacts to grow tobacco control initiatives•Plan tobacco prevention activities for several middle and high school student groups•Attend local and national conferences to expand knowledge and skills•Certified in Freedom from Smoking•Create advertising plan and manage advertising budget for my counties Show less

  • Health Promotions Coordinator

    May 2018 - Nov 2019

  • Tobacco Control Coordinator

    Jun 2017 - May 2018
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  Iowa Department of Public Health

  Apr 2019 - May 2019

  Grant Reviewer

  -Review and evaluate grant applications-Provide an impartial and objective review -Provide scores and comments-Complete review forms and submit within the IowaGrants.gov system

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  Iowa's Center for Agricultural Safety and Health

  Nov 2019 - now

  Member of the Board of Advisors
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  Iowa Department of Health and Human Services

  Nov 2019 - now

  State Office of Rural Health Director