Lauren McKay
Brainerd,MN
Summary
Hardworking and adaptable worker with experience in food service, customer service, and housekeeping. Independently managed a bakery, worked as a cook, server, bartender, and assisted with catering. Excelling academically, graduating high school with an AA degree, a 4.0 GPA, and President’s List honors. Completed nursing prerequisites at Bemidji State University, allowing for an accelerated BSN in three years. Passionate about patient care and dedicated to excellence in both work and education.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartwood Senior Living
10.2024 - Current
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)- Provide hands-on patient care and assistance with daily activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility)
- Monitor vital signs and observe patient conditions, reporting any changes to nurses or healthcare professionals
- Offer emotional support to patients and families, ensuring a compassionate care environment
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable setting for residents
- Promote patient dignity and independence while collaborating with the medical team to deliver high-quality care in the nursing home
Service Staff All-Arounder
Twin Pines
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Waitress & Bartender - Served guests and ensured a great dining experience
- Assisted in the Kitchen as a cook and dishwasher
- Lodging Responsibilities: Cleaned cabins and rooms, handled laundry
- Marina Assistance: Helped with boat launches, baited hooks, removed fish, and maintained boats
- Required flexibility and dedication to efficiently manage various tasks and support daily operations
Full-Service Team Member
Green Lantern
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Green Lantern Restaurant (Started at age 13)
- Gained experience in multiple areas of the restaurant
- Summer 2021: Independently ran the bakery, managing all production and operation
- Worked as a line cook, preparing meals and assisting with food prep
- Assisted with catering events and large-scale food service
- Supported front-of-house staff by bussing tables and running food
- Developed adaptability, teamwork, and multitasking skills by stepping in wherever needed to ensure smooth operations
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Central Lakes College
Brainerd, MN05-2025
Skills
- Honest, dedicated Hard Worker
- Patient Care & Healthcare Knowledge
- Multi-Tasking & Adaptability
- Culinary & Food Service Expertise
- Strong Work Ethic & Initiative
- Teamwork & Leadership
- Customer Service & Communication
- Attention to Detail & Organization
- Academic Excellence & Time Management
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartwood Senior Living
10.2024 - Current
Service Staff All-Arounder
Twin Pines
04.2024 - 09.2024
Full-Service Team Member
Green Lantern
08.2020 - 08.2024
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Central Lakes College
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