Petrolina Uwandu

PETROLINA NKEIRUKA UWANDU PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Detail-oriented Biology graduate and healthcare professional with experience in education, laboratory diagnostics, patient support, and structured documentation. Skilled in communication, digital record-keeping, and supporting individuals in both academic and clinical settings. Highly organized, tech-adaptable, and seeking remote opportunities in education, healthcare support, research assistance, or administrative roles. CORE COMPETENCIES          Remote Communication and Virtual Support Online Teaching Assistance Data Entry and Digital Documentation Patient Support and Care Coordination Research and Laboratory Reporting Administrative Support Safeguarding and Compliance Time Management and Multitasking Confidentiality and Data Protection DIGITAL SKILLS      Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) Zoom and Google Meet Email and Calendar Management Online Documentation and Record-Keeping  Basic Data Analysis and Reporting  Internet Research  CRM PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Health Care Assistant: Suncel Hospital – Owerri, Nigeria November 2023 – Present  Provide structured support to multiple patients daily while maintaining accurate written and digital records.  Document patient observations clearly for medical review and follow-up.  Assist with care coordination and ensure confidentiality of sensitive medical data.  Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.  Maintain organized patient documentation in a fast-paced clinical environment. Remote-Relevant Skills Gained: documentation accuracy, confidentiality, structured reporting, people support. Medical Laboratory Assistant: De-Range Medical Diagnostics and Laboratory – Owerri, Nigeria July 2021 – September 2023  Conducted laboratory testing and recorded results with high accuracy.  Managed specimen documentation and ensured proper data tracking.  Maintained detailed laboratory reports for review and compliance purposes.  Supported quality control procedures and safety compliance. Remote-Relevant Skills Gained: data recording, analytical reporting, structured workflow management. Teaching Assistant / Classroom Support: Hereighs Nursery and Primary School – Owerri, Nigeria June 2020 – April 2021      Assisted in delivering lessons in basic science and health education. Prepared lesson materials and structured learning activities. Supported student academic progress and behavioral development. Assisted with grading, assessments, and record-keeping. Collaborated with senior teachers to maintain organized classroom documentation. Remote-Relevant Skills Gained: instructional support, communication, lesson planning, student engagement. Volunteer Laboratory Assistant: Imo State Polytechnic – Umuagwo, Nigeria 2019 – 2020  Supported academic staff during biology practical sessions.  Guided students on laboratory procedures and safety compliance.  Assisted in preparing materials and maintaining structured lab records. EDUCATION Bachelor of Technology (Hons) in Biology Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO), Nigeria 2015 – 2023 Final Year Research Project: Bioaccumulation of petroleum hydrocarbons and heavy metals in Blue Crab (Callinectes sapidus).  Conducted environmental field sampling.  Performed laboratory analysis using spectrophotometry.  Prepared structured research documentation and presented findings. CERTIFICATIONS (Florence Academy, London – 2023)         Basic Life Support First Aid Safeguarding Children and Adults Infection Prevention and Control Medication Administration Mental Health Awareness Health and Safety Duty of Care ADDITIONAL INFORMATION     Strong written and verbal communication skills Comfortable working independently in structured environments High-speed internet access Available for flexible remote schedules.