Shonda N. Bethel
Wolfville,NS
Summary
Motivated and reliable Biological Sciences Researcher with over 3 years’ experience in Client Services. Exceptional cross-cultural communicator with effective organisational skills to enhance and develop operations. Committed to increasing client success through engaging interactions while providing quality service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Medical First Responder
St. John's Ambulance
01.2023 - Current
- Assess the patient's medical condition and provide necessary treatments, such as bandaging wounds or administering oxygen.
- Perform emergency medical services, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillator use.
- Provide basic life support care to patients in pre-hospital settings, including airway management and stabilization of fractures.
- Monitor vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation levels.
- Participate in continuing education courses related to emergency medicine practices.
- Attend regular drills to maintain proficiency in skills related to emergency response.
- Adhere to all local laws pertaining to emergency medical services protocol.
- Remain level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
Off Campus Housing Advisor
Acadia University
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Experienced in working with students from a variety of cultural and racial backgrounds and applying inclusive practices to daily interactions with others.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of the housing industry trends and regulations, ensuring accurate advice was always provided to individuals.
- Provided advisory support to students regarding all aspects of housing and
- Ensure that all rental units met safety standards and regulations prior to occupancy.
Biology Laboratory Teaching Assistant
Acadia University
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided direction to international students and resolved issues/problems, specifically focusing on retention, meaningful, engaging and academically successful experiences.
- Efficiently managed data using Microsoft Office software and bioinformatics programs
- Performed routine laboratory tasks such as pipetting, centrifugation, and NMR to ensure the smooth operation of experiments.
- Provided additional assistance to students with difficulties understanding concepts or performing experiments.
- Demonstrated proper techniques for handling specimens, preparing slides, and using microscopes.
- Taught students fundamental building blocks and advanced concepts.
Welcome Desk Attendant
Events Acadia
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Accurately scheduled reservations and bookings
- Greeted guests and provided assistance with check-in procedures.
- Handled financial transactions securely, maintaining balanced cash drawer at the end of each shift.
- Created detailed reports documenting daily activities at the front desk.
- Maintained an organized work environment throughout shifts.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
Peer Mentor
NetworkIT
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Conducted one-on-one meetings to discuss student progress and provide feedback.
- Assisted with the development of individualized plans for student success.
- Led weekly meetings with mentors and mentees to assess progress towards goals set during previous meetings.
- Developed strategies for helping mentees overcome personal challenges that may interfere with their education goals.
- Developed and distributed educational materials and resources.
- Encouraged positive study habits and self-motivation among mentee group.
Cashier
Sephora Canada
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted employees and peers in fostering and growing relationships across departments.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Preserved appearance of store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
- Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and store promotions.
- Recommended merchandise based on expert product knowledge and client preferences.
- Built and deepened productive and positive customer relationships with high-quality service and focus on gaining loyalty.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology And Chemistry
Acadia University
Wolfville, NS01-2025
Certificate - Advanced First Aid
St. John's Ambulance
Wolfville, NS01-2023
High School Diploma -
Albert College
06.2019
Skills
- Skilled Collaborator
- Effective Communication Skills
- Active Listening
- Data Driven
- Dependable Professional
- Research
- Analytical thinking
- Microbiology
- Strategic Planning
- Data Interpretation
- Gel Electrophoresis
- PCR
- Laboratory techniques
- Biochemistry
- Western Blotting
- DNA Barcoding
Timeline
Off Campus Housing Advisor
Acadia University
09.2024 - 12.2024
Welcome Desk Attendant
Events Acadia
05.2024 - 08.2024
Biology Laboratory Teaching Assistant
Acadia University
09.2023 - 09.2024
Peer Mentor
NetworkIT
05.2023 - 07.2023
Advanced Medical First Responder
St. John's Ambulance
01.2023 - Current
Cashier
Sephora Canada
04.2022 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Albert College
Bachelor of Science - Biology And Chemistry
Acadia University
Certificate - Advanced First Aid
St. John's Ambulance
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