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Kelsey Cronkhite

East Amherst,NY

Summary

Motivated and adaptable professional with a diverse background in self-employment, personal care aide, bartending, and currently enrolled in a Nursing/Registered Nurse program for an associates with a highly anticipated graduation in December of 2025. Proven ability to manage operations independently, build strong client relationships, and excel in fast-paced environments. Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. Skilled in multitasking, effective communication, and working under pressure. Eager to leverage transferable skills and acquire new knowledge to contribute effectively to healthcare.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Permanent Makeup Artist

Self Employed
07.2017 - Current
  • Tattoo Artist/ Licensee
  • Maintained strict hygiene and safety standards during all procedures, promoting a sanitary and comfortable environment for clients.
  • Performed corrective procedures to improve the appearance of previous permanent makeup eyebrow applications.
  • Stayed current on industry trends and advancements in techniques, ensuring cutting-edge services for clients.
  • Maintained inventory of necessary supplies and equipment.
  • Educated clients on proper before and aftercare procedures, reducing potential complications and enhancing long-term results.
  • Collaborated with clients to create customized looks that aligned with their desired outcome.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing precise and natural-looking permanent makeup applications to the eyebrows.
  • Developed a strong rapport with repeat clients, fostering trust in my skills as a Permanent Makeup Eyebrow Artist.
  • Contributed to growth by consistently achieving positive reviews and referrals from satisfied clients.
  • Improved overall customer experience by creating a warm atmosphere that put clients at ease throughout the procedure process.
  • Engaged in marketing efforts by taking before-and-after photos of completed work for promotional materials.
  • Conducted consultations to understand client's desired look.
  • Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
  • Used social media platforms to promote permanent makeup eyebrow services.
  • Managed all aspects of business operations, including tracking income, expenses and profits.
  • Maintained accurate documentation and submitted to local regulatory agencies.

Bartender

Penalty Box
02.2021 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
  • Increased repeat customer numbers, creating welcoming atmosphere and remembering regulars' favorite drinks.

Personal Home Care Aide

Privately Employed
12.2022 - 05.2023
  • Enhanced client emotional well-being by offering companionship and engaging conversations.
  • Improved client daily living experience by providing personal care, meal preparation, and light housekeeping tasks.
  • Managed household tasks such as laundry, grocery shopping, and organizing and cleaning for a clean and safe living environment.
  • Assisted client with mobility issues, helping them maintain independence and an active lifestyle by supporting and encouraging walking with cane and gait belt.
  • Administered medication according to prescribed schedules, ensuring proper dosages were taken on time.
  • Provided transportation services for client appointments, social activities, and errands, increasing their access to community resources.
  • Facilitated communication between client and main caretaker
  • Contributed towards improved mental wellness of client by actively participating in recreational activities they enjoyed such as walks outside and going out to lunch.
  • Strengthened client relationship through empathy, patience, and clear communication during challenging situations.
  • Assisted client with bathing, dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions with direct care.
  • Traveled to clients home to complete services and promote continuity of care.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals provided by main care provider.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities by playing cards, board games, and watching movies together.

Education

Nursing

Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY
12-2025

Certificate - EKG Technician

Bryant And Stratton College
Getzville, NY
02.2013

High School Diploma -

Newfane Senior High School
Newfane, NY
06.2009

Skills

  • Clinical Skills: vital signs, client assessment, basic wound care and dressing changes, administration of oral and injectable medications, setting up IV equipment, infection control and aseptic technique, insertion of urinary catheters, glucose monitoring, assisting with activities of daily living
  • Strong multitasking
  • Organized
  • Prioritizing tasks
  • Compassionate care for diverse populations
  • Managing documentation
  • Proven ability to remain calm and focused in fast paced, demanding environments
  • Independent and self motivated
  • Highly reliable
  • Team player attitude
  • Clear and effective communication
  • Patient, empathetic, compassionate
  • Outgoing personality
  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Time management and preparation
  • Strategic planning and problem solving
  • Customer service
  • Ability to adapt

Certification

Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) January 2024

Timeline

Personal Home Care Aide

Privately Employed
12.2022 - 05.2023

Bartender

Penalty Box
02.2021 - Current

Permanent Makeup Artist

Self Employed
07.2017 - Current

Nursing

Erie Community College

Certificate - EKG Technician

Bryant And Stratton College

High School Diploma -

Newfane Senior High School
Kelsey Cronkhite