Gregory Akopov
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Compassionate and reliable healthcare provider with extensive hands-on experience through IHSS and the Hospital Elder Life Program at CPMC. Skilled in mobility assistance, patient communication, and cognitive engagement, with a proven ability to improve quality of life for elderly patients. Known for delivering empathetic, culturally sensitive care that fosters trust, dignity, and independence. Thrive in collaborative clinical environments and maintain professionalism under pressure. Fluent in Russian, enhancing communication and support for diverse patient populations. Committed to high-quality, patient-centered care and continuously growing in the healthcare field.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Care Giver
IHSS
San Francisco
04.2025 - Current
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
Hospital Elder Life Program Volunteer
Sutter Health
San Francisco, CA
02.2025 - Current
- Provide one-on-one engagement to hospitalized elderly patients to reduce risk of delirium and cognitive decline.
- Assist with patient mobility through supervised walks and in-bed exercises to maintain physical function.
- Deliver cognitive stimulation activities including puzzles, music, conversation, and mindfulness exercises.
- Support nutritional health by offering mealtime assistance and companionship during meals.
- Promote orientation and emotional well-being through consistent daily check-ins and friendly conversation.
- Help reinforce healthy sleep cycles by creating calming evening routines and minimizing nighttime disturbances.
- Collaborate with nursing staff to ensure individualized care and improve patient safety and satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA08-2025
Skills
- Patient communication and rapport building
- Elderly care and cognitive engagement
- Basic patient mobility assistance
- Cultural sensitivity and empathy
- Active listening and emotional support
- Team collaboration in clinical settings
- Fluency in Russian (useful for Russian-speaking patients)
- Time management and dependability
- Adaptability in hospital environments
- Professionalism in clinical settings
- Interpersonal communication with interdisciplinary teams
- Consistent documentation and note-taking (if applicable)
- Familiarity with hospital workflows and volunteer protocols
Certification
- CPR Certified
- HIPAA Compliance Training
Languages
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Deans List Student
- Over 200 hours of voluntary hours.
Affiliations
- One of the founding members of the first-ever Armenian Student Association at SFSU. Helped establish the organization’s mission, recruit members, and coordinate cultural events and advocacy efforts to promote Armenian identity, heritage, and student unity on campus.
Timeline
Care Giver
IHSS
04.2025 - Current
Hospital Elder Life Program Volunteer
Sutter Health
02.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology
San Francisco State University
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