Cathy Lou
Cardiff,Wales
Summary
Highly motivated graduate from Cardiff Sixth Form College with 7 A*s at A-Level. Possesses extensive experience in healthcare and educational settings, demonstrating strong skills in analysis, presentation, and patient care. Committed to ensuring individuals feel valued, seen, and heard through compassionate and attentive support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Youth Led Grant Panelist
Cardiff Third Sector Council
11.2024 - Current
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Student Volunteer
Parkinson's UK
Cardiff
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Used critical thinking to assist group activities, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Delivered exceptional care assistance by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.
Tutor
Private
Cardiff
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Fostered positive learning environment to enhance student focus.
- Developed study schedules for effective time management and exam preparation.
- Conducted one-on-one sessions for personalised attention to each student's needs.
- Offered homework assistance, bolstering understanding of classroom topics.
Phonecall Befriender (Volunteer)
Cardiff Council
Cardiff
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Supported carers by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Offered friendly, efficient phone calls every week and handled challenging situations with ease.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
Cardiff Wellbeing Support Service (Volunteer)
Cardiff Council
Cardiff, Cardiff
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Supported more than 10 individuals with learning disability, autism, and neurological disorders.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Vice Chairperson of Healthcare Society
Cardiff Sixth Form College
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Led team initiatives for organisational growth.
- Monitored performance metrics against set objectives.
- Devised contingency plans to ensure club continuity.
Vice Chairperson of Medical Insights Society
Cardiff Sixth Form College
Cardiff, Wales
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Presented medical topics to lower school students.
- Led sharing and discussion sessions surrounding medicine.
- Chaired committee meetings, providing strategic insights and updates on society performance.
Deputy Chair of Young People Executive
Oxford University Hospital
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Coordinated with supervisor on major decisions to drive executive success.
- Chaired meetings, resulting in strategic alignment within the team.
- Promoted a positive work environment to boost team members morale.
Speaker
TEDx Cardiff Sixth Form College
02.2024 - 02.2024
- Delivered compelling speech about healthcare and productivity.
- Facilitated open discussions, encouraging audience participation.
- Conducted thorough research prior to presentations-ensured accuracy and relevancy of information delivered.
Student Trainee
The Young Doctors Weekend
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Actively participated in safety briefings and adhered to all safety protocols on job sites.
- Attended necessary training and completed assessments.
- Contributed to improved team harmony through effective communication and collaboration.
Student Volunteer
Eye Screening at Eye Centre (CUHK Medical Centre)
Hong Kong
08.2023 - 08.2023
- Followed clinical guidelines to conduct assessments.
- Built trusting relationship with paediatric patients.
Student Trainee
Department of Paediatrics, Prince of Wales Hospital
Hong Kong
08.2023 - 08.2023
- Performed teamwork when working with healthcare professionals of different fields.
- Utilised clear communication skills when catering the needs and comfort of patinets.
Student Trainee
Velindre NHS Trust Virtual Work Experience
Cardiff, Wales
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Followed management orders and consistently completed assignments.
- Quickly established good working relationships with range of young people and professionals.
Student Trainee
Medical Data Analytics Centre (CUHK)
Hong Kong
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Evaluated research findings to provide key development insight.
- Planned research activities to develop new processes, products and applications.
- Coordinated with mentors to progress personal professional development.
Student Trainee
Neurology Ward, Queen Mary Hospital
Hong Kong
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Promoted positive physical and emotional wellbeing through empathetic care and compassionate assistance.
- Safely escorted patients to and from medical appointments and hospital visits.
- Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
Student Trainee
O&G Department, Prince of Wales Hospital
Hong Kong
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Maintained up-to-date patient records to enable care continuity between support providers.
- Supported clinical staff to complete health assessments.
- Worked closely with nurses to maintain optimum levels of communication.
Student Trainee
Lek Yuen Health Centre (Primary Care Clinic)
Hong Kong
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication.
- Delivered personal care focused on individual needs, preserving patient dignity and self-esteem.
- Improved patient comfort by assisting with daily personal hygiene tasks.
Student Volunteer
Cylch Meithrin Trelai (Wales Nursery)
Cardiff, Wales
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Developed skills in communication with children aged 3-12.
Student Trainee
Castleford House Care Home, Chepstow
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Worked in 4 different department in a care home specialised for elderlies with dementia.
- Provided all-rounded care to more than 15 elderlies.
Student Trainee
Clinical Skills Day Doctors Academy
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Worked closely with nurses to maintain optimum levels of communication.
- Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.
- Ensured safe, secure living conditions for service users, reducing risk and enhancing quality of life.
Student Trainee
Foundation in Communication Skills for Medicine
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Optimised patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication.
- Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients.
Instagram Medical Ideas Promotion
Founder of Nucleobound
12.2022 - Current
- Strengthened brand positioning through effective social media management.
- Built strong relationships with media outlets for enhanced promotion opportunities.
- Increased brand visibility by designing and implementing innovative promotional campaigns.
Education
A-Levels - 7A*s in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Chinese, EPQ
Cardiff Sixth Form College
United Kingdom 09.2022 - 06.2024
Secondary Education - Chinese, English, Maths, Further Maths, Sciences
Good Hope School
Sep 2015 - 07.2022
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Patient relations
- Project management
- Researching
- Problem-solving
Languages
English
Fluent
Catonese
Native
Mandarin
Fluent
Affiliations
- Piano Performance at Diploma Level
Timeline
Student Volunteer
Parkinson's UK
01.2025 - 08.2025
Tutor
Private
01.2025 - 08.2025
Youth Led Grant Panelist
Cardiff Third Sector Council
11.2024 - Current
Phonecall Befriender (Volunteer)
Cardiff Council
09.2024 - 08.2025
Cardiff Wellbeing Support Service (Volunteer)
Cardiff Council
09.2024 - 08.2025
Speaker
TEDx Cardiff Sixth Form College
02.2024 - 02.2024
Vice Chairperson of Healthcare Society
Cardiff Sixth Form College
09.2023 - 06.2024
Vice Chairperson of Medical Insights Society
Cardiff Sixth Form College
09.2023 - 06.2024
Student Volunteer
Eye Screening at Eye Centre (CUHK Medical Centre)
08.2023 - 08.2023
Student Trainee
Department of Paediatrics, Prince of Wales Hospital
08.2023 - 08.2023
Student Trainee
Velindre NHS Trust Virtual Work Experience
07.2023 - 07.2023
Student Trainee
Medical Data Analytics Centre (CUHK)
07.2023 - 07.2023
Student Trainee
Neurology Ward, Queen Mary Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2023
Student Trainee
O&G Department, Prince of Wales Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2023
Student Trainee
Lek Yuen Health Centre (Primary Care Clinic)
07.2023 - 07.2023
Student Volunteer
Cylch Meithrin Trelai (Wales Nursery)
06.2023 - 06.2023
Student Trainee
Castleford House Care Home, Chepstow
02.2023 - 02.2023
Student Trainee
Clinical Skills Day Doctors Academy
02.2023 - 02.2023
Student Trainee
Foundation in Communication Skills for Medicine
02.2023 - 02.2023
Instagram Medical Ideas Promotion
Founder of Nucleobound
12.2022 - Current
Deputy Chair of Young People Executive
Oxford University Hospital
11.2022 - 06.2024
Student Trainee
The Young Doctors Weekend
11.2022 - 11.2023
A-Levels - 7A*s in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Chinese, EPQ
Cardiff Sixth Form College
09.2022 - 06.2024
Secondary Education - Chinese, English, Maths, Further Maths, Sciences
Good Hope School
Sep 2015 - 07.2022
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