Eliora Okpara
Thorold,ON
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Outreach Coordinator
Brock University (Ghanaian Student Association)
St Catharines, Ontario
01.2024 - Current
- To assist residents in their growth and transition into university life
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to students.
- Built strong relationships with students through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Fostering connections in the community through leadership initiatives
- Acts as a spoke person for club members and executives
Student Nurse
Brock University
St Catharines Hospital
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting vital signs, medical histories, and relevant information.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
Student Nurse (Chronic Care)
Brock University
Hotel Dieu Shaver
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Provide and maintain a high standard of chronic disease management for patients with chronic diseases.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
- Administered Flu shots
- Changed wounds and dressing
- Encouraged Independence in activities of daily living for patient going through rehab
Student Nurse (Mental Health)
St.Catharines General Hospital
St Catharines, Ontario
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Build effective relationships with people who use mental health services, and also with their relatives and care takers
- Taking care of patient with mental disorders and building care plans and assessments.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
Henley House LTC
St Catharines, Ontario
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Cared for Long Term Care Home residents during periods of illness and activities of daily living in general
- Provided bedside and personal care to clients and assisted them with toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding
- Spent time engaging in conversations with my assigned residents.
Personal Support Worker
Plan A Niagara
Niagara Falls, ON
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Student Nurse (Labor and Delivery, Pediatrics)
St.Catharines General Hospital
St Catharines, Ontario
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for mothers, newborns, and families through effective communication and teamwork.
- Supported maternal-infant bonding by encouraging skin-to-skin contact immediately after birth whenever possible.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Provided emotional support to children undergoing medical procedures, utilizing therapeutic communication techniques to reduce anxiety levels.
Student Nurse (Medical Surgical Unit)
St.Catharines General Hospital
St Catharines, Ontario
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion strategies, disease prevention, and self-care management techniques.
Student Nurse (Telemetry Unit)
St.Catharines General Hospital
St Catharines, Ontario
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Monitor EKG output and keep the interdisciplinary team informed of any changes
- Recording vital signs, including oxygen levels, blood pressure, breathing patterns
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Brock University
St. Catharines, ON05.2025
Skills
Critical Thinking
Problem Resolution
Organization and Time Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Certification
- First Aid & CPR/AED level C (05/10/2023)
- Qualitative mask fit certificate
- ADA and AODA certificate
- Customer service skills
- Able to multitask, set priorities, and meet deadlines and a fast-paced front-line role
- Certificate Of Competency
Sports, games
I participated in various sports in secondary school and loved going to camp with my friends every summer
Timeline
Student Nurse
Brock University
05.2024 - 06.2024
Community Outreach Coordinator
Brock University (Ghanaian Student Association)
01.2024 - Current
Student Nurse (Chronic Care)
Brock University
01.2024 - 04.2024
Student Nurse (Mental Health)
St.Catharines General Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023
Personal Support Worker
Plan A Niagara
05.2023 - 08.2023
Student Nurse (Labor and Delivery, Pediatrics)
St.Catharines General Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
Student Nurse (Medical Surgical Unit)
St.Catharines General Hospital
09.2022 - 12.2022
Henley House LTC
05.2022 - 09.2023
Student Nurse (Telemetry Unit)
St.Catharines General Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Brock University