Kennedi Rivers
Mount Pleasant,SC
Summary
Dedicated Nursing Assistant and Patient Care Technician with experience in emergency and acute care settings. Skilled in direct patient care, EKGs, phlebotomy, and infection control, and aspires to become a nurse focused on patient safety and patient-centered care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
ER Specialty Nursing Assistant / Cardiac Telemetry Unit
Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital
Oconee, SC
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted nurses and providers with direct patient care in a fast-paced Emergency Department
- Performed wound care, phlebotomy, urinary catheter insertion, EKGs, and vital sign collection under supervision
- Supported bedside procedures, patient transport, and efficient patient flow
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Roper St.Francis Hospital and Roper Mount Pleasant
Charleston, SC
06.2024 - Current
- Provided direct patient care including vital signs monitoring, ADLs, patient mobility, and safety support
- Assisted with EKGs, wound care, phlebotomy, and other clinical procedures
- Maintained accurate documentation, monitored equipment, and reported changes in patient status
Residential Community Mentor (RCM)
Clemson University
Clemson, SC
01.2024 - Current
- Fostered a supportive residential community through mentoring, event coordination, and peer support
- Responded to medical and safety emergencies, mediated conflicts, and enforced residence hall policies
Swim Instructor
Lowcountry Swim School
Mt. Pleasant, SC
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Taught swimming techniques and water safety to children ages 2–12
- Provided individualized instruction for children with special needs (including Down syndrome and ASD), earning high client satisfaction
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05.2026
High school or equivalent -
Wando High School
Mt. Pleasant, SC05.2022
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring & documentation
- Basic Life Support
- Telemetry monitoring and EKG acquisition
- Phlebotomy and specimen collection
- Urinary catheter insertion (under supervision)
- Patient mobility assistance and ADLs
- Safety protocols and fall prevention
Certifications And Exams
- ATI TEAS Version 7 — 86.7% (Advanced)
Math: 97.1% | Reading: 89.7% | Science: 81.8% - Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association
Awards
Outstanding Member of the Year, Bands of Wando, 2022
Timeline
ER Specialty Nursing Assistant / Cardiac Telemetry Unit
Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Roper St.Francis Hospital and Roper Mount Pleasant
06.2024 - Current
Residential Community Mentor (RCM)
Clemson University
01.2024 - Current
Swim Instructor
Lowcountry Swim School
05.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition
Clemson University
High school or equivalent -
Wando High School