IFELUNWA OSANAKPO
CHICAGO
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Distributor, Volunteer
Nourishing Hope Food Pantry
Chicago
07.2022 - Current
- Served as a food distributor to registered clients at the community food pantry.
- Maintained clean and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running fundraisers by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to colleagues and clients.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
Physician Assistant Volunteer
Boycin Medical Clinic
Chicago
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Remained current on emerging trends in healthcare by participating in continuing education opportunities, enhancing skills for superior patient care delivery.
- Enhanced diagnostic accuracy through consistent collaboration with supervising physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently conducting thorough medical histories and physical examinations.
- Efficiently managed prescription refills to maintain continuity of care while adhering to strict medication protocols and guidelines.
- Administered various vaccinations and flu shot.
Physician Assistant Student Volunteer
St Mary's And Elizabeth Hospital Outpatient Clinic
Chicago
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Demonstrated cultural competence when working with diverse patient populations, addressing unique needs and providing tailored care approaches.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication for better treatment outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all clinical encounters using electronic medical records systems in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
Volunteer
St Peter's Catholic Church
Chicago
12.2018 - 11.2020
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Responded to inquiries regarding ministry and service details.
- Contributed to creating a welcoming atmosphere for worshippers by greeting parishioners before and after mass.
- Prepared altar with extreme attention to detail.
- Positioned Sacramentary for priest during Gloria, opening Prayer and closing prayer.
Health Fair Organizer
All Saints University School Of Medicine
Roseau, Dominica
02.2017 - 02.2017
- Leveraged social media tools effectively to create buzz around events, driving increased registrations and engagement.
- Maintained clear communication channels between all parties involved in the event planning process, ensuring timely updates and issue resolution.
- Used excellent communication skills to delegate tasks and achieve successful event outcomes.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by following strict sanitation protocols and guidelines.
Outreach Support Worker
FASD Life's Journey Inc
Winnipeg, Canada
11.2015 - 08.2016
- Provided support to 10 women ages 15-21 with intellectual disabilities at a non-profit organization.
- Participated in quality improvement by engaging in problem-solving initiatives.
- Performed duties in alignment with standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines to maintain a safe environment.
- Attended staff meetings and reviewed each participant's progress, also provided feedback.
Research Assistant
University Of Manitoba
Winnipeg
12.2014 - 01.2015
- Served on "Themes from older men's lay definitions of successful aging as indicators of primary and secondary control beliefs over time: The Manitoba Follow-up Study" research team.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Assisted in manuscript preparation, contributing to the publication of influential articles in peer-reviewed journals.
- Designed surveys and interview protocols for primary data collection, ensuring accurate representation of target populations.
- Implemented robust data management strategies, safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining compliance with ethical guidelines.
- Collected data for over 500 surveys and validated incoming data for accuracy and integrity while independently correcting errors.
Teacher's Assistant
University Of Manitoba
Winnipeg
09.2014 - 12.2014
- Assisted in providing lectures for "Integration of Health Determinants of Individuals."
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts while learning the latest information on specific subjects.
- Assisted the professor with document coordination and classroom management, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
Resident Advisor
University Of Manitoba
Winnipeg
09.2012 - 04.2013
- Collaborated with over 10 resident advisors to create a safe and comfortable environment for students living in the residence community.
- Guided students to integrate into both academic and social communities on campus.
- Provided a safe environment for students to talk confidently about personal issues.
- Strategized to improve resident care and satisfaction and held weekly meetings with directors to advocate for residents.
Education
M.D. -
All Saints University School of Medicine
Roseau, Dominica01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba05.2015
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organized and Efficient
- Attention to Detail
- Leadership Qualities
- Community Service
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Community Engagement
- Event Planning
- Administrative tasks
Publications
- Osanakpo, I., Olunu, E., Kimo, R., Onigbinde, E., Akpanobong, M., Adegbenro, F.. (2018, Jul). Sleep Paralysis, a Medical Condition with a Diverse Cultural Interpretation.. pubmed.ncbi, 8( 10.4103/ijabmr.IJAB), 6. Cited in PubMed; PMID: 30123741.
- Osanakpo, Ifelunwa, et al. “Analyzing the reported prevalence of heart disease among united states adults: Trends from the National Center for Health Statistics Database.” Medical Research Archives, vol. 12, no. 4, 2024, https://doi.org/10.18103/mra.v12i4.5365.
Timeline
Physician Assistant Volunteer
Boycin Medical Clinic
09.2023 - 03.2024
Food Distributor, Volunteer
Nourishing Hope Food Pantry
07.2022 - Current
Physician Assistant Student Volunteer
St Mary's And Elizabeth Hospital Outpatient Clinic
03.2020 - 07.2020
Volunteer
St Peter's Catholic Church
12.2018 - 11.2020
Health Fair Organizer
All Saints University School Of Medicine
02.2017 - 02.2017
Outreach Support Worker
FASD Life's Journey Inc
11.2015 - 08.2016
Research Assistant
University Of Manitoba
12.2014 - 01.2015
Teacher's Assistant
University Of Manitoba
09.2014 - 12.2014
Resident Advisor
University Of Manitoba
09.2012 - 04.2013
M.D. -
All Saints University School of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
University of Manitoba