Claire Van Der Linden
Riverside,California
Summary
Dedicated healthcare student committed to delivering compassionate care in home settings, ensuring clients receive the support needed for optimal well-being. Proven ability to effectively manage daily living activities while fostering a nurturing environment. Recognized as a reliable team player, adept at adapting to changing client needs and building strong interpersonal relationships. Passionate about enhancing the quality of life for individuals through personalized and attentive care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kaiser COPE Healthcare Scholar
12.2025 - Current
- Gaining hands-on clinical exposure and patient care experience in a large acute care hospital setting
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams to support patient needs and hospital workflows across clinical units
- Assist with patient support tasks, including mobility assistance, basic clinical procedures, and care coordination under supervision
- Contribute to patient safety and comfort by supporting care routines and positive patient experiences
Lifeguard/ Water Polo Game Management
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA
06.2025 - Current
- Monitored pool activities to ensure safety and adherence to regulations.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, providing first aid and CPR as needed.
- Enforced facility rules and guidelines to maintain a safe environment for patrons.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of pool equipment and facilities for compliance.
Home Health Care Assistant
Newlin Pediatric Home Care
Riverside, CA
05.2025 - Current
- Provided compassionate, individualized care to children clients in home settings, assisting with daily living activities and personal needs.
- Ensured a safe, clean, and supportive living environment tailored to each client’s needs.
- Assisted with medication reminders, mobility support, and basic health monitoring.
- Including catheterization, G-tube care, and injectable medication administration
Research Experience
University of California, Riverside
01.2022 - 05.2025
- Conducted undergraduate neuroscience research examining the effects of seizure activity and concussive impact on the hippocampus and dentate gyrus
- Performed literature review and data interpretation using peer-reviewed scientific sources to support evidence-based conclusions
- Collaborated with faculty mentors and research team members in an academic research environment
Social Media and Customer Engagement Manager
SoCal Water Babies
Riverside, CA
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Developed and implemented customer engagement strategies to enhance client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Analyzed customer feedback and trends to refine service offerings and improve user experience.
- Managed training programs for staff on effective customer interaction techniques and service excellence.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create targeted campaigns that increased customer retention rates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA05-2029
High School -
Martin Luther King High School
01.2025
Skills
- Quick and efficient emergency response
- Extensive First Aid, CPR, and BLS training
- Excellent communicator
- Patient care
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Red Cross
- American Red Cross CPR/AED/Lifeguard Certified, 2024
- CPR/First Aid Certified, YMCA San Diego County, 2023
- Mandated Reporter- Children, 2026
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Kaiser COPE Healthcare Scholar
12.2025 - Current
Lifeguard/ Water Polo Game Management
California Baptist University
06.2025 - Current
Home Health Care Assistant
Newlin Pediatric Home Care
05.2025 - Current
Research Experience
University of California, Riverside
01.2022 - 05.2025
Social Media and Customer Engagement Manager
SoCal Water Babies
01.2021 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California Baptist University
High School -
Martin Luther King High School
Awards and Honors
Provost’s List, 2025 Fall Semester
- Earned placement on the Provost’s List for the Fall 2025 semester for maintaining a high semester GPA and strong academic standing as a full-time student at California Baptist University.
American Epilepsy Society International Conference Presenter
- Worked on a project highlighting the impact of concussive brain injury on hippocampal neural proliferation in an adult brain. This project not only provided insights into the impact of brain injury on neurogenesis, emphasizing practicality, but also served as a learning opportunity as we worked in a professional lab. Through this research, I was granted the opportunity to present our findings at the International American Epilepsy Society Conference in Los Angeles.