Destiny Swearingen
Wilmington,NC
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Starbucks Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
Wilmington, North Carolina
10.2021 - Current
- Supported Starbucks opening and closing tasks, securing cash, supplies, and equipment.
- Trained new partners on beverage standards, register operation, and customer service.
- Handled daily bar and lobby assignments to keep store operations running smoothly.
- Monitored drink quality, order accuracy, and service pace during rush periods to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Resolved customer concerns using Starbucks service guidelines and calm communication
- Coordinated timely restocking of inventory and organized supplies to ensure consistent product availability.
- Delegated tasks to staff while setting priorities and goals to enhance team efficiency.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
UNCW
Wilmington, North Carolina
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Maintained accurate records for experiments, observations, and project notes.
- Contributed to design of qualitative and quantitative research studies, enhancing project frameworks.
- Assisted faculty in conducting research projects to gain practical experience in the field.
- Performed laboratory experiments in accordance with established protocols.
- Collected, analyzed, and interpreted data using statistical software to support research conclusions.
- Set up, calibrated, and maintained laboratory and field research equipment.
- Performed sterile isolation techniques to prevent contamination during sample handling
- Followed laboratory safety protocols and microscopy laboratory procedures
- Applied principles of Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) for specimen analysis
- Prepared specimens for SEM imaging using proper laboratory techniques
- Created laboratory solutions and ensured materials were properly sterilized to prevent cross-contamination and maintain experimental integrity
Emergency Room Volunteer
Yavapai Regional Medical Center West
Prescott, Arizona
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided blankets, water, and comfort items to improve patient comfort in waiting area.
- Maintained clean waiting spaces and stocked supplies for emergency room use.
- Relayed messages between clinical staff, families, and registration teams.
- Supported intake processes by organizing paperwork and directing visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient records while adhering to HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored supply levels in order to prevent shortages during peak hours of operation.
- Helped maintain a clean environment by sanitizing examination rooms after each use.
- Assisted patients in navigating to their designated exam rooms. from waiting area to exam rooms.
Sports Medicine Student Trainee
Bradshaw mountain high school
Prescott Valley, Arizona
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted athletic staff with basic sports medicine support and preparation of student-athletes.
- Completed approximately 40 hours per semester of supervised training in athletic training techniques and injury assessment.
- Developed practical skills in athletic taping, wrapping, splinting, wound care, icing, and injury prevention.
- Applied foundational knowledge of muscular and nervous system anatomy to understand injuries, movement, and recovery.
- Assisted with stretching, range-of-motion exercises, and basic rehabilitation activities.
- Received training in CPR and emergency response procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC12-2025
Skills
- Team leadership
- Sterile procedures
- Laboratory techniques
- Specimen preparation
- Microscopy
- Data analysis
- Research methodologies
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
UNCW
09.2025 - 12.2025
Starbucks Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
10.2021 - Current
Sports Medicine Student Trainee
Bradshaw mountain high school
08.2018 - 12.2018
Emergency Room Volunteer
Yavapai Regional Medical Center West
01.2018 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Carolina At Wilmington