Stella Ikhapo
Montréal,Canada
Summary
Reliable personal care professional bringing several years of experience in personal care assistant roles. Skilled in addressing physical and mental disabilities and monitoring needs for convalescent patients. Trusted to care for patients at varying stages of life, including monitoring and maintaining psychological and physical well-being, and implementing evidence-informed and approved interventions, Proven expertise in coordinating clinical trial activities, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining high-quality documentation. Committed to advancing patient mental health outcomes through hands-on care and professional practice.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Patient Mental Health Support
Clinical Research Operations
Mental Health Promotion
Patient Recruitment & Engagement
Regulatory Compliance (ICH-GCP, FDA, Health Canada Div, 5) Electronic
Data Capture (InForm, iMedidata)
Trial Master File Management (Veeva Vault, eTMF)
Program Support & Implementation
Time Management & Team Collaboration
Experience with Vulnerable & Diverse Populations
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Caregiver
Alternacare Inc
Montreal, Quebec
07.2020 - Current
- Provide frontline emotional, behavioural, and daily living support to patients.
- Observe and document psychological and physical changes, reporting concerns to care teams.
- Support therapeutic activities that encourage social interaction and mental stimulation.
- Maintain a patient-centered, respectful, and safe care environment.
- Advocate for patient dignity, autonomy, and mental wellness.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
Clinical Research Intern
Ategwa Pharma Consulting
Montreal, Quebec
05.2020 - 02.2022
- Supported clinical trial start-up activities and patient-focused research practices.
- Developed informed consent documents emphasizing clarity, safety, and respect.
- Maintained CTMS databases, timelines, and essential study documentation.
- Coordinated with research sites to ensure ethical compliance and smooth operations.
- Contributed to patient-centered clinical research processes.
- Collected and managed sensitive participant information according to relevant regulations.
- Maintained organized records of study materials and documentation processes.
Vaccine Service Center Rep/Clinical Support HD Ana
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK)
Montreal, Quebec
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Provided backend technical and operational support for global clinical trials.
- Conducted protocol readiness checks and maintained digital systems used in studies.
- Managed unblinding procedures, investigational product requests, and safety workflows.
- Supported investigators, research teams, and patient-facing staff with timely assistance.
- Ensured high-quality data and adherence to clinical and regulatory standards.
- Answered incoming calls from customers promptly and professionally.
- Updated customer records with any changes in contact information or preferences.
Patient Recruitment Assistant
Daughters of Charity
Abuja, FCT
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Recruited and screened participants for community-based health and mental well-being programs.
- Conducted outreach to increase awareness and participation among underserved groups.
- Managed data entry, scheduling, and follow-up for enrolled participants.
- Helped reduce social and cultural barriers to accessing care and research programs.
Education
Basic Training Diploma - Institutional And Homecare Assistance
Lester B Pearson
Montreal, QC 07.2024 - 04.2025
Post Graduate Diploma - Clinical Research
James Lind Institute
01.2020 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Nasarawa State University, Keffi
Keffi, Nasarawa 09.2006 - 12.2010
Skills
- Effective time management in fast-paced environments
- Crisis intervention
- Patient care
- Research compliance
- Clinical trial management
- Time management
- Compassionate advocacy
- Care plan adherence
- Daily living assistance
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- EDC Systems: InForm, iMedidata ○ eTMF Sustems: Veeva Vault
- Strong documentation and organizational skills
Timeline
Basic Training Diploma - Institutional And Homecare Assistance
Lester B Pearson
07.2024 - 04.2025
Caregiver
Alternacare Inc
07.2020 - Current
Clinical Research Intern
Ategwa Pharma Consulting
05.2020 - 02.2022
Post Graduate Diploma - Clinical Research
James Lind Institute
01.2020 - 07.2020
Vaccine Service Center Rep/Clinical Support HD Ana
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK)
05.2019 - 04.2020
Patient Recruitment Assistant
Daughters of Charity
08.2016 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Nasarawa State University, Keffi
09.2006 - 12.2010