Kiersten Ferguson
New Port Richey
Summary
Compassionate to gain experience and take on the care of someone's life, I am ready to acquire any task and take advantage of what I've learned in order to give my all in school and internships. The fragments of experiences I have obtained so far have made me even more excited to pursue a career in nursing.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chiropractor Assistant
Wolstein Chiropractic
32976 US Hwy 19. N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Educated patients on at-home exercises and stretching techniques, promoting long-term health benefits.
- Ensured a clean and sanitary environment by implementing strict hygiene protocols and maintaining equipment cleanliness.
- Monitored patient progress throughout treatments, reporting any concerns or improvements to the supervising chiropractor promptly.
- Conducted initial patient intake interviews, gathering essential medical history information for chiropractor review.
- Answered phones to respond to customer questions, provide information and schedule appointments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed electric muscle stimulation, massage, and mechanical traction explaining to patients what each machine does and why it helps.
- Stretched patients in either their Cervical, Thoracic, or lumbar spine depending on their pain
CNA Intern
Nursing Home
8417 Old County Rd 54, New Port Richey, Fl 34653
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Improved communication between medical staff and patients by accurately documenting and reporting vital signs and other observations.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care during routine tasks as well as connecting with them and making them feel safe under my care
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when measuring intake/output levels, ensuring accurate data collection for treatment decisions
- Maintained patient dignity while performing sensitive procedures such as toileting assistance or bedpan changes.
- Always leaving room for conversation during care since nursing home patients tend to feel lonely or don't have many family members to come and visit during these hard times
Barista
Starbucks, Barista
Odessa, FL
05.2020 - 01.2022
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers while inputting and customizing the type of beverage they pictured
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with coworkers
- Managed time effectively to balance both front-of-house tasks and back-of-house responsibilities during busy periods.
- Always crafting beverages for customers in a timely manor leaving them with a smile on their face
Education
High School Diploma -
J.W. Mitchel HighSchool
New Port Richey, FL06-2023
Skills
- Adaptive decision making
- Conflict resolution
- Basic life support training
- Chiropractic techniques
- Teamwork
- Willingness to learn
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Chiropractor Assistant
Wolstein Chiropractic
02.2023 - 08.2024
CNA Intern
Nursing Home
09.2022 - 05.2023
Barista
Starbucks, Barista
05.2020 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
J.W. Mitchel HighSchool