Laura Finelli
Charleston,SC
Summary
Honors student specializing in biochemistry, neuroscience, and psychology with a focus on geriatric medicine. Experienced in cancer research, showcasing a strong work ethic and compassion in caregiving roles. Demonstrates critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Supplemental Instructor
College of Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina
12.2025 - Current
- Facilitated group study sessions and developed instructional materials to enhance student understanding in behavioral neuroscience.
Geriatric Caregiver
CareYaya
08.2025 - Current
- Provided daily personal care and support for elderly clients at home.
Shadowing
Medical University of South Carolina
02.2025 - Current
- Shadowed geriatrician Dr. Overstreet.
- Shadowed Dr. Phillips in the Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine department.
- Shadowed Dr. Oliva in the Emergency Medicine Department.
- Shadowed geriatric psychiatrist Dr. Mary Hart Bryan.
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Medical University of South Carolina
12.2024 - Current
- Work in the Blanco lab at MUSC assisting their research and learning laboratory techniques on pediatric medullablastoma through the BLOCKS program.
Honors Ambassador Program
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
09.2024 - Current
- Serve as representative of the Honors College and assist with recruitment events such as Honors Info Sessions, Interview Weekend, and Honors Experience
President and Founder of CofC Charity Water Club
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
09.2024 - Current
- Established and led CofC Charity Water Club, focusing on raising awareness and funds for the hopes of ending the water crisis worldwide. I Developed clubs mission, vision, plan and recruited members as well as organized and executed fundraising events and meetings.
American Red Cross Club Volunteer
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
09.2024 - Current
- Volunteer in community
- Attend meetings and events
- Completed 30+ service hours per semester
Open Water Beach Lifeguard
Ship Bottom Beach Patrol
Ship Bottom, NJ
06.2022 - Current
- Provide immediate medical care such as CPR, first aid, or AED
- Execute water rescues with techniques such as swimming, paddling, rowing, and use of equipment
- Identify hazardous conditions and continuously monitor beach patrons to ensure safety
- Engage with beach patrons and educate the public on safety concerns
- Worked as Lifeguard in Training Instructor, teaching 10-15 year olds how to be a lifeguard, and beach safety
Babysitter
Self-employed
01.2020 - Current
- Provide responsible and attentive care for children of various ages, always ensuring safety and wellbeing
- Organized and encouraged educational, recreational, and developmental activities
- Prepared and cleaned up nutritious meals
- Picked up and taken children to activities outside of the home
- Built long term relationships with families, providing consistent care and adapting to family’s needs
Barista
Surfside Coffee House
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Provided excellent customer service while taking and processing orders efficiently.
Meals on Wheels Volunteer
Charleston Area Senior Citizens
Charleston, SC
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted in preparing meals for homebound seniors and individuals with disabilities
- Prepared large quantities of meals efficiently, ensuring consistency and quality
- Contributed to my community by volunteering time and resources to support vulnerable population, and help reduce food insecurity and social isolation
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment
Volunteer for the UPLIFT program
The Lonon Foundation
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Providing events for children 5-17 years old who have been affected by their parent’s or caregivers’ cancer
- Offer a fun and supportive environment to give children a relief from difficult circumstances
- Completed darkness to light training
Student Athlete
College of Charleston
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Competed in various athletic events as a Cheerleader representing the college and promoting school spirit.
Brand Ambassador
Misfit Health
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Promote Misfit Health Bars through social media, fitness events and pop ups and engage with attendees
- Educate potential customers about health benefits, ingredients, and sustainability
President/Officer of Charity Water Club
Shawnee High School
10.2021 - 06.2024
- Organized and executed fundraising events and meetings
- Developed and managed clubs budget
- Represented at events, advocating for clean water
Cheerleading Coach
Medford Youth Athletic Assn
Medford, NJ
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Volunteered time to support the community by leading kindergarten game day team and senior competition team
- Introduced kids to fundamental cheerleading skills and techniques through fun and engaging drills
- Provided positive reinforcement and individualized attention while promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect
- Prepared practice schedules and game day routines
- Maintained clear communication with parents and provided updates on scheduling and their child’s performance
Captain of Shawnee Cheerleading
Shawnee High School
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Led cheer team by setting a positive example, fostering hard work, teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship
- Organized team meetings and practices along with scheduling
Chef/Busser/Hostess/Food Runner
Northside Bar & Grille
Surf City, NJ
02.2020 - 07.2023
- Prepared and cooked various dishes while ensuring quality, consistency and presentation
- Managed kitchen stations, mainly the friers and salad stations
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines
- Quickly and efficiently cleared tables, and ensured all dining areas were clean
- Assisted servers by refilling drinks, setting up tables, and attending to customers needs
- Welcomed guests with a friendly, positive and professional demeanor
- Handled reservations, wait times, and customer concerns
- Delivered food and drinks to tables, serving as a key link between the kitchen and dining area
Server
Auletto Caterers
Camden, NJ
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted in setting up dining areas
- Served multicourse meals and beverages during weddings and events
- Monitored tables during events, cleaning up, refilling drinks, attending to guests needs
- Demonstrated knowledge of formal table etiquette
- Thrived in a fast paced, high pressure environment by multitasking
Swim Instructor/Lifeguard
Medford Fitness
Medford, NJ
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Taught basic swimming skills to young children through private lessons
- Educated on water safety, self-rescue techniques, and adjusted to all swimming abilities
- Provided instruction to a child with autism, adapting to their needs and learning styles
Education
BA - Biochemistry, Neuroscience, Psychology
The College of Charleston
Charleston, SC05.2028
High School -
Shawnee High School
Medford06.2024
Skills
- AED certified
- Patient care
- CPR certified
- First Aid certified
- Medication management
- Laboratory techniques
- Team leadership
- Public speaking
Timeline
Supplemental Instructor
College of Charleston
12.2025 - Current
Geriatric Caregiver
CareYaya
08.2025 - Current
Barista
Surfside Coffee House
05.2025 - 08.2025
Shadowing
Medical University of South Carolina
02.2025 - Current
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Medical University of South Carolina
12.2024 - Current
Meals on Wheels Volunteer
Charleston Area Senior Citizens
10.2024 - 05.2025
Volunteer for the UPLIFT program
The Lonon Foundation
10.2024 - 05.2025
Honors Ambassador Program
College of Charleston
09.2024 - Current
President and Founder of CofC Charity Water Club
College of Charleston
09.2024 - Current
American Red Cross Club Volunteer
College of Charleston
09.2024 - Current
Brand Ambassador
Misfit Health
08.2024 - 12.2024
Student Athlete
College of Charleston
05.2024 - 02.2025
Cheerleading Coach
Medford Youth Athletic Assn
08.2023 - 01.2024
Captain of Shawnee Cheerleading
Shawnee High School
03.2023 - 01.2024
Open Water Beach Lifeguard
Ship Bottom Beach Patrol
06.2022 - Current
Swim Instructor/Lifeguard
Medford Fitness
01.2022 - 06.2022
President/Officer of Charity Water Club
Shawnee High School
10.2021 - 06.2024
Server
Auletto Caterers
01.2021 - 12.2022
Chef/Busser/Hostess/Food Runner
Northside Bar & Grille
02.2020 - 07.2023
Babysitter
Self-employed
01.2020 - Current
BA - Biochemistry, Neuroscience, Psychology
The College of Charleston
High School -
Shawnee High School