Led group activities including reminiscence therapy, cognitive stimulation exercises, music programming, and creative enrichment.
Facilitated cognitive and social engagement programs for adults with dementia, enhancing their quality of life and social interaction.
Assisted with daily routines and provided behavioral redirection and emotional support, fostering a therapeutic environment for residents.
Cancer Genetic Counseling Assistant
UF Health Shands Hospital
Gainesville, Florida
01.2023 - 07.2025
Screened referrals and patient histories to assess eligibility according to NCCN guidelines, facilitating appropriate patient care.
Educated patients in pretest appointments and coordinated genetic testing workflows, ensuring seamless testing processes.
Volunteer
Shand’s Hospital
Gainesville, USA
01.2022 - 05.2025
Deliver compassionate care and companionship to individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease. Engaged clients through art and music therapy, fostering emotional connection and updating families on care progress.
Supported nurses with daily clinical tasks while ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for patients. Engaged with infants through gentle touch and soothing voices.
Research Assistant
University of Florida
Gainesville, USA
01.2021 - 12.2024
Investigated prelimbic cortex to nucleus accumbens core projection's role in reinstating cocaine-seeking behavior post cocaine-alcohol polysubstance use.
DOI: 10.1038/s41386-025-02198-w
Patient Shadowing
Gainesville, USA
01.2021 - 12.2024
Shadowed six physician specialties: neurology, pediatrics, genetics, dermatology, emergency room, and Moh's surgery (386 hours) to gain comprehensive understanding of diverse medical practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral And Cognitive Neuroscience & Biology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
05.2025
Skills
Conversational American Sign Language (ASL)
Proficient in EPIC
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Dementia Assessment
Certification
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
Timeline
Member Assistant
TownSquare University Parkway
08.2025 - 03.2026
Cancer Genetic Counseling Assistant
UF Health Shands Hospital
01.2023 - 07.2025
Volunteer
Shand’s Hospital
01.2022 - 05.2025
Research Assistant
University of Florida
01.2021 - 12.2024
Patient Shadowing
01.2021 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral And Cognitive Neuroscience & Biology