Karis Routhier
Registered Nurse
Bremerton,WA
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caregiver
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided help with meal preparation, physical assistance as needed, and companionship. This role enabled me to practice my skills as a caregiver.
- I assisted with activities of daily living, encouraging her independence, and promoting quality of life. I gave simple verbal instructions to aid in grooming, medication self-administration, and safe movement.
- Worked closely with family and other caregivers.
- Assessed for and reported changes in mental status, physical strength, or any other concerns that arose during the shift.
- This job stretched my ability to communicate with a patient with advanced dementia. It required patience, empathy, and tactfulness in order to encourage the right of autonomy while also mainlining safe practices.
Elderly Caregiver
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided help with meal preparation, physical assistance as needed, and companionship. This role enabled me to practice my skills as a caregiver.
- I assisted with activities of daily living, encouraging her independence, and promoting quality of life. I gave simple verbal instructions to aid in grooming, medication self-administration, and safe movement.
- Worked closely with family and other caregivers.
- Assessed for and reported changes in mental status, physical strength, or any other concerns that arose during the shift.
- This job stretched my ability to communicate with a patient with advanced dementia. It required patience, empathy, and tactfulness in order to encourage the right of autonomy while also mainlining safe practices.
Elderly Caregiver
- Assessed vital signs and changes in mental status during the shift as well as supported activities of daily living.
- Communicated effectively with a dementia patient to promote autonomy and a working relationship.
- Worked closely with family and other caregivers to provide quality care.
- Prioritized and maintained safety principles to prevent injuries.
- Helped with as-needed medication self-administration.
Administrative Assistant
PEERS RVA
08.2023 - 01.2024
- I worked remotely for a company that teaches social skills to those who have mental disabilities.
- My role was primarily administrative, setting up Zoom Meetings, scheduling appointments, and managing my employer’s calendar.
- This job gave me experience working with websites and databases, inputting and utilizing information. Working closely with parents, counselors, and coaches has challenged and refined my professional image as well as customer service skills.
Nanny/Childcare
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Throughout high school years and into college, I have worked on the side taking care of children. I have served many different families with kids from 2 months old to 10 years old.
- Working with infants has proven to be an especially valuable experience for me.
- This job gave me valuable experience as a caregiver and problem solver. I have worked in a variety of settings which has required creativity, empathy, and perseverance.
Receptionist
Hair Identity
01.2022 - 01.2022
- As the receptionist, I scheduled appointments, helped manage inventory, and balanced the cash register at the end of the shift.
- The job required professional communication, customer service, and strong administrative skills. In addition, at Hair Identity we worked together as a team to create an enjoyable experience for our clients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Brightpoint Community College
Chester 05.2001 -
Skills
BLS Certified
COMMUNITY SERVICE
- Beta Club, Member, 2021-2022
As a Beta club member, I participated in several community service projects. I served as an usher at a local graduation and helped a local pregnancy help center with their mailings. Other projects included shopping for and wrapping gifts for a family in need through the Christmas Mother organization and helping a local thrift store organize their store.
- Brightpoint Community College, Food Drive Organizer, 2023-2024
In the Spring semester of 2023 I headed up a food drive for Brightpoint Community College. Working with the Dean of Students, Sandra Kirkland, I created flyers and sings, and recruited a team of fellow classmates to help decorate and place food collection boxes across campus. I lead a second food drive the Summer of 2024 with a local Church to help build up the college's food pantry supply.
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
PEERS RVA
08.2023 - 01.2024
Elderly Caregiver
01.2023 - 01.2025
Elderly Caregiver
01.2023 - 01.2025
Receptionist
Hair Identity
01.2022 - 01.2022
Nanny/Childcare
01.2018 - 01.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Brightpoint Community College
05.2001 -