Jaida Thomas
*********@*****.*** 917-***-**** www.linkedin.com/in/jaida-thomas1
EDUCATION
Hunter College Manhattan, NY
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Expected May 2027
● GPA 3.55, Dean List (Fall and Spring 2023)
WORK EXPERIENCE
First Tech Fund New York, NY
2021 Fellow September 2021 - Present
● Network with professionals from leading global companies such as Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube for career guidance and digital skills training
● Develop remote learning etiquette and proficiency in online forms, corporate email writing, Microsoft Suite, and college readiness Youth Advisors Manhattan, NY
Youth Intern March 2022 - Present
● Co-facilitate and lead collaborative meetings with teachers, students, and staff from the DOE’s Office of School Design
● Engage in professional development opportunities to enhance skills in storytelling, empathy building, prototyping, and facilitation
● Perform research on NYC school budgeting issues and present information to educate schools on areas of improvement New York Botanical Garden Queens, NY
Teacher Assistant May 2022 - Present
● Lead lessons and interactive gardening activities for groups of 10+ children, customizing content to suit their age for maximal engagement and learning
● Create a dynamic learning environment by incorporating social activities to foster active participation and enhance the education experience
Youth Impact Program Queens, NY
Member October 2020 - June 2023
● Acted as jurors, judges, and advocates in a mock court setting, handling real-life cases such as grand theft
● Developed a deeper understanding of the court system, focusing on economic and social inequities within the community and the criminal justice system
District Council 27 Queens, NY
Intern December 2022 - April 2023
● Assisted with addressing constituents’ concerns regarding housing and emission pollution within their communities
● Conducted research on housing issues relevant to future legislation and responded to constituents’ inquiries CLINICAL AND RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
NYU ARISE Manhattan, NY
Research Intern June 2022 - August 2022
● Conducted a 5-week research project at NYU Cellular Molecular Biology Lab
● Presented a 15-minute presentation to display research findings on the DASH/Dam1 complex to professors and our cohort NYC Health Youth Advisory Board Manhattan, NY
Youth Intern August 2021 - May 2022
● Represented NYC teens and assisted in the development of youth-friendly educational posters and pamphlets used in clinical settings
● Developed an educational showcase on ways to support adolescent sexual health for the community and hospital employees SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University Brooklyn, NY Clerical Intern July 2023 - August 2023
● Managed the organization of medical records of current students enrolled in SUNY Downstate medical programs
● Observed the daily operations of nurses at SUNY Downstate Hospital Association for Help of Retarted Children Queens, NY Intern February 2024 - April 2024
● Fostered interpersonal skills in neurodivergent adults by providing educational material on social skills, helping them engage in meaningful conversations and day-to-day social interactions Precision Pain and Medicine Queens, NY
Medical Intern July 2024 - August 2024
● Shadowed Physician Assistants to learn effective communication and documentation of patient information
● Assisted with pre-operative procedures, including recording vitals, and prepping anesthesia sheets
● Performed clerical tasks, such as scheduling and confirming patient appointments SKILLS
● Skills: Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word & Teams), Canva, Google Suite (Docs, Meet & Slides), Zoom, Webex, Mail Chimp