SYLVIA OKORO
Public Health Advocate
Lagos,Ajah
Summary
Dedicated and self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in health care Background in providing medical, emotional and physical support to vulnerable populations. Experienced in leading and supervising emergency medical response.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Owner
Self Employed
05.2019 - Current
- Answer customers questions regarding products prices and availability
- Exceeded targeted sales goals
- Scheduled and attended at least 7 appointments weekly
- Managing daily operations, recruiting and staff trainings.
Certified Medication Aide
Runk And Pratt
08.2017 - 09.2017
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
Intern
YWCA
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Assist staff with over 200 hotline calls.
- Assist in new volunteer training and recruitment
- Drafted and submitted promotional website materials.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence for domestic violence and sexual assault victims.
- Managed and organized support groups.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to volunteer service to gain knowledge
Emergency Medical Technician Volunteer
University Of Lynchburg
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Managed over 100 hotline calls on campus.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion, Public Health
University of Lynchburg
Lynchburg, Virginia 09.2015 - 05.2017
Skills
Multi Tasking
undefinedCertification
CPR
Activities
- LC Emergency Medical Services, Lynchburg College- Member
- Volunteered round-the-clock 24hours emergency care to Lynchburg College Campus
- Alpha Chi Omega Sorority- Lynchburg College, Lota Omicron Chapter- Member
- Volunteered for prevention of domestic violence and hazing on campus
- American Red Cross Club, Lynchburg College- Treasurer
Achievements And Honors
- Dean’s List. (2016)
- Phi Epsilon Kappa Honor society (2017)
Coursework
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Medical Terminology
- Nutrition
- Women’s Health Issues
- Foundations of Health Promotion
Accomplishments
- Recognized by the YWCA for outstanding service to domestic violence and sexual assault prevention.
Outstanding service to Domestic Violence Prevention
During my internship I provided support to domestic violence victims through the help of the YWCA.
Timeline
Owner
Self Employed
05.2019 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
Runk And Pratt
08.2017 - 09.2017
Intern
YWCA
01.2017 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion, Public Health
University of Lynchburg
09.2015 - 05.2017
Emergency Medical Technician Volunteer
University Of Lynchburg
08.2015 - 06.2016
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