

Dedicated pre-optometry student with experience in patient care and biomedical research. Brings strong communication skills, collaborative effort, time management, adaptive, and a passion for delivering high quality patient care. Quick to learn new clinical procedures, works effectively in team environments, and is committed to building the knowledge and skills necessary for a career in optometry.
- Supported neuroscience research on inflammatory signaling in brain cells, contributing to understanding of neuroinflammation.
- Shadowing, assisting, and/or performing molecular biology techniques including:
- RNA extraction
- Western blotting
-cDNA synthesis
- Cell cultures
- qRT-PCR
- Developing an understanding in experimental design, data analysis, and laboratory research.
- Providing compassionate, hands on care and support to geriatric residents in both personal care and dementia/memory care units.
- Taking Vitals
- Assisting with all ADLs
- Hospice Care
-Postmortem care
-Prioritizing dignity, empathy, and safety while maintaining a nurturing and respectful environment for all elderly residents.
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to support client development and learning.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis to track client progress
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistent care and communication for clients and their families.
- Engaged clients in therapeutic activities that promote social skills and emotional regulation.
- Built relationships with over 30 toddlers and infants to promote a nurturing environment.
- Went through basic child care and montessori training
- Taught children based on their age specific needs
- Communicated with other staff members to provide the best care for the children
- Prepped/uploaded files, vaccine records, lab work
- Set up documentation such as company policy forms, new patient forms, GAD-7s, PHQ-9s , etc.
- Enthusiastically engaged with staff, doctors, patients, and parents
- Made phone calls regarding lab work pickup, patient appointment status, etc.