Jessica Aikon
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RWB Student Leader
Virginia Tech
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Created events that foster an environment of inclusion and belonging
- Addressed and responded to issues within the community
- Provided support and connect residents to resources around campus
Red Cross Disaster Cycle Services Regional Intern
The American Red Cross
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Participated in training and development workshops to enhance knowledge of disaster response protocols, first aid techniques, and other topics including the Mass Care curriculum and the Sickle Cell Initiative
- Provided feedback on the Youth Leaders for Climate Action facilitator guide
- Reviewed several transcripts regarding Home Fire responses in varying regions and prepare an overall synopsis
- Promoted disaster preparedness by providing feedback on ongoing updates to the Red Cross Emergency app
- Helped recruit volunteers and or employees by drafting job postings and interviewing potential hires
- Crafted a digital quarterly newsletter for the Disaster Action Team (DAT) members to support communications from NHQ
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted the pharmacist with filling prescriptions
- Interacted with customers while performing transactions
- Recommended different saving and health programs to customers
- Collected patient information and instruct COVID-19 Testing
- Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
Student Assistant Manager
Virginia Tech Dining Services
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Trained and supervised student staff members
- Managed and delegated responsibility within a particular area of the dining facility
- Provided excellent customer service by answering questions or referring them to the dining ap
- Ensured food safety by taking hourly temperatures and consulting with student managers
Junior Volunteer
Sentara Northern VA Medical Center
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Greeted guests from the main desk and direct them to their desired location
- Answered patient phone calls and notified nurses
- Attended to patient needs, such as giving them water, if approved by nurses
- Disposed of linens and restock supplies in the emergency room
- Packaged 10 -15 kits each shift for new patients
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA12-2024
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification ,2025
- Epidemiology: The Basic Science of Public Health, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill through Coursera, 2021
- COVID-19 Contact Tracing, John Hopkins University through Coursera, 2020
Timeline
Red Cross Disaster Cycle Services Regional Intern
The American Red Cross
01.2024 - 05.2024
RWB Student Leader
Virginia Tech
01.2023 - 12.2024
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
06.2022 - 05.2023
Student Assistant Manager
Virginia Tech Dining Services
10.2021 - 01.2023
Junior Volunteer
Sentara Northern VA Medical Center
07.2019 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Virginia Tech
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