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UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Summary
I am an astute research assistant and current certified nursing assistant (CNA) with a diversified skill set equipped for working in both team-based and individual capacities. I prioritize meeting the needs and exceeding the expectations of patients and colleagues in a compassionate, diligent, and professional manner. I demonstrate a strong work ethic and sense of curiosity, innovative thinking, and a commitment to a more just and equitable community. I am an aspiring physician assistant (PA) who has an ambition of working in underserved, low-resource urban areas, serving low-income, underinsured, marginalized, and vulnerable populations.
Skills
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Experience
Cross Country HealthcareBoise , IDCertified Nursing Assitant (CNA)08/2020 to Current
- Assist patients on the transplant surgery unit with activities of daily living, including, but not limited to ambulation, hygiene, and eating, while also promoting and encouraging patient independence
- Take patients' vital signs and monitor blood glucose levels
- Communicate with nurses directly regarding patient care
- Chart patient information into Epic Systems Healthlink for accessibility by physicians, nurses, etc., lending to the comprehensive care of patients
- Strictly comply with HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy
Planet Fitness Inc.Fairfax , VAUndergraduate Student Research Assistant05/2017 to 07/2020
Dr. Robert Redfield III Lab
- Carried out the following experimental procedures for data collection and analysis: DNA extraction, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), gel electrophoresis, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry (IHC), and ELISpot
- Analyzed flow cytometry data using FlowJo and Prism softwares
- Hilldale Undergraduate/Faculty Research Fellowship: collaborated with fellow lab members to write, edit, and submit an original research proposal and manuscript
- Animal handling and care: assisted with rat weanings and mouse injections
- Compiled and managed animal inventory and genotyping data for improved accessibility
- Troubleshot any procedural/experimental setbacks
- Trained research assistants on genotyping procedures such as DNA extraction, PCR, and gel electrophoresis
- Contributed to weekly lab meetings by preparing and presenting pertinent data for further analysis and feedback
The City Of Middleton's Recreation DepartmentCity , STATEProgram Coordinator09/2016 to 07/2020
- Developed and implemented new activities/drills for the tennis program
- Worked closely with the recreation supervisor to schedule program dates and plan activities
- Helped leverage youth and adult participation, skill, and interest in tennis
- Resolved conflicts regarding program participant behavior, program leader work ethic, and parent concerns
- Conferred with program leaders, participants, and parents to accommodate diverse needs
- Managed program leaders by establishing and reiterating the expectations and responsibilities of their position
University Of Wisconsin-Madison Club TennisCity , STATEVice President of Skills Development09/2019 to 05/2020
- Worked with the executive board to update the club's terms of agreement and bylaws to improve club culture and overall team experience
- Consulted the executive board on a regular basis regarding weekly practices, including matters of attendance and transportation
- Created weekly practice match-ups and developed and implemented new practice drills
- Coordinated transportation for team members to and from practice
- Helped foster a positive club environment that values equal opportunity for all team members
- Served on the team's home tournament committee to help promote, organize, and fundraise for the event
Cousins Submarines Inc.City , STATECrew Member01/2016 to 05/2016
- Provided excellent customer service while assisting with customer orders, processing transactions and resolving customer complaints
- Promoted the company's rewards programs through friendly and effective communication with customers
- Worked closely with the shift manager and other crew members to carry out daily operational tasks
Education
Bachelor of Science:Neurobiology08/2020University of Wisconsin - Madison, City, State
- 2019 Hilldale Undergraduate/Faculty Research Fellowship Recipient
Project: "The differential representation of T and B lymphocyte subsets in BAFF and APRIL double knockout rats"
- Co-author: "Autoantibody production significantly decreased with APRIL/BLyS blockade in murine chronic rejection kidney transplant model" PLOS ONE. October, 2019.
Certificate/Minor:Global Health08/2020University of Wisconsin - Madison, City
Some College (No Degree):Community Health And Health Disparity in NepalTeach For Nepal, City
- UW Madison's Global Health Field Study
- Met with community leaders, scientific researchers, healthcare providers, hospital administrators, government healthcare officials, and international representatives (UN; USAID) to discuss health disparities, inequities, and initiatives throughout the country of Nepal
- Broadened understanding of the intersection between health, education, economics, and research on national and global scales
Activities
- JustDane Circles of Support Member; Provide social support to recent, formerly incarcerated individuals as they re-enter society and navigate their re-integration into the community
- UW Hospital and Clinics Volunteer; Medical / Surgical and Short Stay Inpatient Unit Host; Heart and Vascular Care Greeter
- Grace Episcopal Homeless Shelter and Food Pantry Volunteer
- Badger Volunteers; Meals on Wheels; Central Wisconsin Center; Falk Elementary After-School Mentor
- Undergraduate Neuroscience Society (UNS)
- Aspiring Physician Assistant Association (APAA)
- Wisconsin Premedical Society (WPS); Saturday Science Volunteer
- UW Club Tennis
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School Attended
- University of Wisconsin - Madison
- Teach For Nepal
Job Titles Held:
- Certified Nursing Assitant (CNA)
- Undergraduate Student Research Assistant
- Program Coordinator
- Vice President of Skills Development
- Crew Member
Degrees
- Bachelor of Science : Neurobiology 08/2020
Certificate/Minor : Global Health 08/2020
Some College (No Degree) : Community Health And Health Disparity in Nepal
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