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Erin Kuroda
Honolulu
Work Preference
Summary
Motivated and passionate student with strong communication and organizational skills. Proven ability to balance academic responsibilities, volunteering, and work, all while staying dependable and self-driven. Detail-oriented, team player geared to growing through hands-on experience. Particularly interested in meaningful work that combines logic with empathy to support others.
Work History
Volunteer
Straub Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Supported nursing staff by assisting with unit organization and non-medical patient care tasks
- Maintained patient rooms and common areas to promote a comfortable clinical environment
- Observed and logged hospital workflows and patient–staff interactions in a healthcare setting
Cashier
Gelato & Chill
06.2025 - 03.2026
- Independently managed all operations during shift
- Provided friendly, efficient customer service in a fast-paced food service environment while creating product
- Maintained cleanliness of service area and assisted with restocking and closing duties
Speech & Debate - Varsity Member & Intermediate Club Mentor
'Iolani School
09.2021 - 05.2025
- Competed in various speech and debate events, developing strong communication and critical thinking
- Mentored middle school students in speaking skills, research, and performance
- Helped lead weekly practices, offered personalized feedback
Dental Assistant
Kurt I Uyehara, DDS Honolulu Preventative Dental
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Assisted dentists during procedures, prepared tools, supported patients, and maintained sterile conditions
- Took X-rays, performed flossing, and guided patients through treatment processes
- Managed front desk tasks including scheduling, prescriptions, and patient communication
Volunteer
The Queen's Medical Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided support to surgical units by preparing rooms and assisting with post-operation cleanup
- Transported and organized supplies to ensure efficiency during same-day surgery procedures
- Contributed to maintaining sanitation and safety standards in a medical environment
TEDx Youth Speaker
'Iolani School
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Delivered an original TED-style talk on medical advocacy and patient gaslighting
- Used storytelling to raise awareness and encourage self-advocacy
- Demonstrated confidence, empathy, and effective public speaking
Education
University of Hawaii at Manoa - Pre-Psychology
University of Hawaii At Manoa
2500 Campus Road, Honolulu HI, 9682205-2027
Iolani School -
Iolani School
963 Kamoku Street, Honolulu HI, 9682606-2025
Skills
- Volunteer coordination
- Community engagement
- Patient advocacy
- Critical thinking
- Research skills
- Team collaboration
- Customer Service
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Timeline
Cashier
Gelato & Chill
06.2025 - 03.2026
Volunteer
Straub Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Kurt I Uyehara, DDS Honolulu Preventative Dental
05.2024 - 09.2024
Volunteer
The Queen's Medical Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
TEDx Youth Speaker
'Iolani School
11.2023 - 05.2024
Speech & Debate - Varsity Member & Intermediate Club Mentor
'Iolani School
09.2021 - 05.2025
University of Hawaii at Manoa - Pre-Psychology
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Iolani School -
Iolani School