Cassidy J. Gear
Pitman
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Aide
Riverfront Rehabilitation and Healthcare
2025.01 - Current
- Provided direct care to geriatric residents in the memory care and long term care unit, using supportive techniques when administering care for those with Alzheimer's Disease and dementia.
- Provided direct care to adult patients in the rehabilitation unit following surgeries, fractures, strokes, paralysis and other conditions.
- Maintained proper protocol for infection control and use of Personal Protective Equipment during care.
- Performed daily tasks including bed baths, showers, perineal care, grooming, dressing, feeding, nail care, and transfers with and without the use of a Hoyer lift.
- Monitored and performed care for residents with complex needs including tracheostomies, feeding tubes, colostomy bags, and NPO status.
- Ensured dietary restrictions and monitored food intake to prevent complications.
- Responded swiftly and appropriately to behavioral incidents, including verbal disputes and physical altercations between residents using de-escalation techniques.
- Communicated clearly with fellow aides and members of nursing staff to ensure a safe, high-quality care environment.
- Accurately documented all care activities and resident observations through a charting system.
Customer Service Associate
Wawa
2020.10 - 2025.01
- Table Manager in Deli: Regularly relied on to lead a team of associates to ensure food orders are processed correctly and in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail for available supplies while multitasking.
- Excels in a fast paced environment while ensuring positive and genuine customer satisfaction and service.
- Maintained a clean and risk-free environment following sanitation standards and safety guidelines.
- Acted as a lead associate, officially and unofficially, to support management as necessary and to contribute to the smooth overall operation and success of the store.
- Coordinated with team members to plan and complete operational tasks.
Education
Bachelor’s of Science - Biology
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ2026-06
Associate’s of Science - Biology
Rowan College of South Jersey
Sewell, NJ2024-05
Skills
- Direct Patient Care and Management
- Microscope and Basic Laboratory Equipment
- Data Recording (Excel, Sheets, Notebook, etc )
- Sterile Aseptic Technique
- Confidentiality (HIPAA)
- Reliable Team Player
- Compassionate
- Safety Precautions
- Infection Control
- Adaptable
- Healthcare Ethics
Certification
- CPR/AED - American Health Training (May 31, 2023)
- General Laboratory Safety Training - CITI Program (Expires January 24, 2027)
- Record ID: 70197466
- Hazardous Biological Material and Human Laboratory Samples - CITI Program (Expires January 24, 2029)
- Record ID: 74871396
- Certified Nursing Aide - New Jersey Department of Health (Expires November 8, 2027)
- Certification Number: NA200042969
Laboratory Experience
- Undergraduate Academic Laboratory — Rowan College of South Jersey; Rowan University
- Relevant Coursework: Organic Chemistry I and II, Microbiology, Cellular Biology, Biometry, Special Topics in Biology- Epigenetics (Current), and Fundamentals of Cell Culture Techniques (Current)
- Maintained mammalian cell cultures using proper aseptic techniques in biosafety hood.
- Performed routine media changes for live cell culture, as well as monitored and recorded growth change and morphology.
- Prepared reagents, culture media, and buffers.
- Passaged and split cells according to protocol.
- Performed accurate liquid transfer using micro, Pasteur, and serological pipettes.
- Estimated cell confluency with use of light microscope.
- Counted cells using hemocytometer and assessed live and dead cells using trypan blue dye.
- Conducted experiment testing different concentrations of growth serum after conducting research on availability and pricing.
- Worked with microorganisms including Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus and epidermidis, and Streptococcus mutans, etc.
- Performed Gram staining procedures and confirmation of identity with oil immersion.
- Operated equipment including a centrifuge and vortex for multiple procedures.
- Loaded a gel electrophoresis chamber and analyzed the results to match DNA pairs.
- Observed, collected, and recorded data for formal laboratory reports.
- Worked in teams to complete the experiments and meet report deadlines.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Aide
Riverfront Rehabilitation and Healthcare
2025.01 - Current
Customer Service Associate
Wawa
2020.10 - 2025.01
Associate’s of Science - Biology
Rowan College of South Jersey
Bachelor’s of Science - Biology
Rowan University