Margo ChARPENTIER
St. Paul,Minnesota
Summary
Compassionate and passionate employee, and volunteer with experience at Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, excelling in patient care and rehabilitation coordination. Proven ability to enhance patient mobility through therapeutic exercises while providing emotional support. Skilled in record keeping and clear communication, ensuring effective collaboration with healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ABLE Program Volunteer
Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
Golden Valley, MN
05.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate effective rehabilitation services for patients.
- Demonstrated proper use of assistive devices, such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, and braces.
- Assisted healthcare professionals with physical therapy and occupational therapy exercises for patients to improve mobility, strength, coordination, and balance.
Hospice Volunteer
Peaceful Hearts Hospice
Omaha, Nebraska
02.2025 - Current
- Maintained patient records, including documenting conversations and activities with the patient.
- Provided companionship to hospice patients and their families, offering emotional support.
- Participated in volunteer training sessions to stay up-to-date on current practices within hospice care.
Dog Handler
Dog Days Vandalia Daycare & Boarding
St. Paul, MN
05.2024 - Current
- Ensured safe and secure handling of all dogs while in the facility.
- Cleaned kennels on a regular basis to ensure sanitary living conditions for all dogs in the facility.
- Facilitated socialization exercises to enhance dogs' interactions with humans and other animals.
- Monitored animals during group play sessions for signs of aggressive or fearful behavior.
Bookstore Employee
Creighton University Bookstore
Omaha, Nebraska
08.2023 - Current
- Answered phone calls and emails from customers regarding orders and product availability.
- Managed customer relationships by providing excellent customer service.
- Greeted customers and provided assistance with their inquiries.
- Maintained cleanliness of store, including floors, shelves, counters, and windows.
Babysitter
Neighborhood Clients
St. Paul, Minnesota
05.2022 - Current
- Using problem-solving skills to anticipate potential issues before they arise.
- Establishing trust through consistent communication with both parents and kids.
- Remaining alert at all times while caring for multiple children simultaneously.
- Assisting with meals, snacks, and bedtime routines for the children.
Occupational Therapy Volunteer
Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
Stillwater, Minnesota
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care plans and recommendations for discharge planning.
- Observed patient progress during therapy sessions and documented findings.
- Assisted with activities designed to increase patient's ability to perform everyday tasks independently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Minnehaha Academy
Minneapolis, Minnesota05-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology and Pre-Occupational Therapy
CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY
Omaha, NESkills
- Patient care
- Rehabilitation coordination
- Therapeutic exercise
- Record keeping
- Emotional support
- Problem solving
- Clear communication
Accomplishments
- Received Highest Honor award from Highschool
- Chosen to be a member of Creighton's Honors Program
- Elected Co-President of Creighton's National Alzheimer's Buddies Club
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- BLS Certified from American Red Cross
Affiliations
- DEI Chair for Theta Phi Alpha Sorority at Creighton
- Member of Creighton's 402 weekly Service Program
- Local hospice Volunteer
- Member of Best Buddies Club
- Volunteer at Nebraska's animal humane society shelter
- Member of Creighton Club Soccer Team
Timeline
ABLE Program Volunteer
Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
05.2025 - Current
Occupational Therapy Volunteer
Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
05.2025 - 08.2025
Hospice Volunteer
Peaceful Hearts Hospice
02.2025 - Current
Dog Handler
Dog Days Vandalia Daycare & Boarding
05.2024 - Current
Bookstore Employee
Creighton University Bookstore
08.2023 - Current
Babysitter
Neighborhood Clients
05.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Minnehaha Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology and Pre-Occupational Therapy
CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY
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