Brooklyn Swenson
La Crosse,Wisconsin
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing proven direct support experience developed during healthcare career. Team-oriented and adaptable to changing needs. Organized, proactive, confident, and always willing to go the extra mile to meet and exceed expectations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCA
Mayo Clinic Health System
Mankato, MN
06.2023 - 02.2024
CNA
Gundersen Health System
La Crosse, WI
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Travel CNA
GrapeTree Medical Staffing
, MN And WI
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Provide individualized help for each facility with minimal to no orientation prior.
- Assist with activities of daily living including transferring, walking, dressing, bathing, and toileting.
- Check resident vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, pulse, respirations, and blood sugar levels.
- Deliver individualized resident care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, and evaluating resident needs.
- Assist with feeding and monitor intake to help residents achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answer call lights and support resident comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assist in maintaining clean work environments.
PCA
Mayo Clinic Health System
Mankato, MN
05.2022 - 08.2022
PCA
Mayo Clinic Health System
Mankato, MN
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Maximized patient satisfaction by promptly answering call lights.
- Obtained patient vital signs and glucose levels and charted accordingly.
- Maintained consistent communication with nurses regarding patient vitals, intake/output, and any significant changes from previous measurements or overall state of well- being.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain preparedness for expected demands.
Food Service Manager
Mount Kato Ski Area
Mankato, MN
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation and quality.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Set schedules for staff by planning and designating shifts and hours.
- Reviewed and approved employee timesheets.
- Oversaw training of new team members.
CNA
Benedictine Living Community
Saint Peter, MN
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Supported resident comfort and safety by answering call lights and anticipating needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding residents with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Maintained resident stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and output information.
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living such as dressing, ambulation, toileting, and feeding.
Food Service Supervisor
Mount Kato Ski Area
Mankato, MN
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Maintained health and food safety standards at all stages, from storage through delivery.
- Delegated tasks to maintain productivity levels
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
Food Service Worker
Mount Kato Ski Area
Mankato, MN
11.2016 - 03.2018
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Biomedical Science Concentration
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse
La Crosse, WI12-2024
Skills
- Calm Under Stress
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Emotional and Social Support
- Self- assured in unfamiliar situations
- Experienced with EPIC charting system
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant on Minnesota and Wisconsin Registry
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- STAT Responder
Timeline
PCA
Mayo Clinic Health System
06.2023 - 02.2024
CNA
Gundersen Health System
10.2022 - 11.2023
PCA
Mayo Clinic Health System
05.2022 - 08.2022
Travel CNA
GrapeTree Medical Staffing
10.2021 - 02.2023
PCA
Mayo Clinic Health System
04.2021 - 08.2021
Food Service Manager
Mount Kato Ski Area
10.2020 - 03.2021
CNA
Benedictine Living Community
07.2019 - 01.2021
Food Service Supervisor
Mount Kato Ski Area
11.2018 - 03.2020
Food Service Worker
Mount Kato Ski Area
11.2016 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Biomedical Science Concentration
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse
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