Melissa Christopherakos
Etobicoke,ON
Summary
A reliable, motivated, and service-focused Student Nurse aspiring to utilize nursing education to obtain a 4-month position as a clinical extern in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Gymnastics & Specialty Camp Instructor
City of Toronto, Parks, Forestry and Recreation
Toronto , Ontario
2022.06 - 2023.08
- Developed structured, diverse, inclusive activities and events for all campers
- Create a fun and friendly environment through inclusive activities
- Supervised 10 campers at a time and ensured safety on and off the equipment
- Administered first-aid and followed City of Toronto health and safety guidelines.
Gymnastics Instructor
City of Toronto, Parks, Forestry and Recreation
Toronto , Ontario
2022.03 - 2022.06
- Design structured and diverse plans for all participants
- Create a fun and friendly environment by developing inclusive activities
- Ensure safety of all campers on and off the equipment.
Gymnastics Coach
Etobicoke Gymnastics Club
Toronto , Ontario
2019.06 - 2022.02
- Develop weekly lesson plans for teams of children of varying ages
- Organize and lead the children through activities
- Ensure safety procedures are followed.
Customer Service Representative (CSR)
City of Toronto
Toronto , Ontario
2020.11 - 2021.03
- Register patrons participating in leisure skating
- Ensure the screening of all participants and enforcement of COVID protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) -
Western University
Skills
- Standard First Aid & CPR Level C/AED 2023
- Documentation
- Proper beside manner and etiquette
- High degree of proficiency in therapeutic patient-centered care
- Vital signs
- Provision of ADLs
- Turnover and reposition patients
- Patient Health Assessments
- Cleaning, sanitation, infection control protocols
- Administration of medications, IV management, enteral feeds (NG tubes), catheterization, simple & complex dressing changes
Awards
Dean’s Honour List – 2023, 2024 (pending)
Volunteer Experience
- STARS Program, Western University, 2023 – Present, Interact and assist nursing students during laboratory practice and developing new health assessments skills, Encourage and support future colleagues through positive effective feedback for professional growth and development, Assist tech support with take down and set up for simulation and lab supplies and health assessment equipment
- Leadership Team, Etobicoke Collegiate, 2021 – 2022, Plan and organize leadership outings and activities, Mentor students in younger grades through spirit events, Develop a strong welcoming environment through various inclusive ventures
- Childcare Volunteer, rEcess, 2018 – 2019, Respite care for families of children with special needs, Supervise and care for children with special needs
Timeline
Gymnastics & Specialty Camp Instructor
City of Toronto, Parks, Forestry and Recreation
2022.06 - 2023.08
Gymnastics Instructor
City of Toronto, Parks, Forestry and Recreation
2022.03 - 2022.06
Customer Service Representative (CSR)
City of Toronto
2020.11 - 2021.03
Gymnastics Coach
Etobicoke Gymnastics Club
2019.06 - 2022.02
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) -
Western University
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