Megan Shreves
Canton,Texas
Summary
Compassionate and motivated nursing school applicant with diverse experience in direct service, athletic support, and elderly assistance. Proven skills in communication, teamwork, and customer interaction through years of serving as a waitress, assisting as a swim instructor, and working as an athletic trainer in high school and college. Currently volunteering in a nursing home, where I keep residents' company and provide support with empathy, patience, and respect. Dedicated to bringing my strong skills, reliability, and a genuine passion for serving others in a nursing career.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Chuy's
Terrell, USA
09.2024 - Current
- Provide friendly and quick service to all customers, treating everyone with respect.
- Assist with menu questions and give recommendations.
- Keep the restaurant clean and organized in the kitchen and at my tables throughout my shifts.
- Handle conflict with customers professionally, ensuring satisfaction.
- Handle cash and credit transactions.
- Practice teamwork with my coworkers, assisting in running food trays and tending to their tables' needs as well as my own.
- Perform opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Address complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
- Keep supplies stocked during my shift.
Server
Vals Italian Restaurant
Canton, USA
09.2022 - 07.2024
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Trained new employees on restaurant procedures.
- Stayed informed on daily specials, and new menu items.
- Prepared drinks from the bar.
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and drinks.
- Stocked server areas with supplies.
- Prepared checks, calculating total meal costs and taxes.
- Took reservations and to-go orders.
Swim Instructor
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Built bonds and trust while teaching primarily young children how to swim.
- Provided a positive and supportive environment.
- Instructed swimming techniques for various skill levels in a safe environment.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback during sessions.
- Demonstrated proper swimming techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness of the pool area before and after classes.
- Taught basic survival skills such as floating, treading water, and emergency exits from the pool.
- Made classes entertaining and fun for the kids.
- Built relationships with parents and swimmers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Trinity Valley Community College
Athens05-2025
High School -
Canton High School
Canton, TX05-2023
High School -
Sachse High School
01-2022
Skills
- Customer service
- Positive guest interactions
- Customer engagement
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Time efficiency
- Strong work ethic
- Calm demeanor
- Relationship building
- Empathy and patience
- Recreational activities
Accomplishments
• Phi Theta Kappa Member, Trinity Valley Community College
• National Society of High School Scholars
• Two-time 1st place UIL A Capella Choir award (Garland ISD)
• Two-time 1st place UIL Advanced Theatre award (Garland ISD)
• HESI Score- 94
• TEAS Score- 86.7
• National Society of High School Scholars
• Two-time 1st place UIL A Capella Choir award (Garland ISD)
• Two-time 1st place UIL Advanced Theatre award (Garland ISD)
• HESI Score- 94
• TEAS Score- 86.7
Extracurricular Activities
•Club Volleyball, 2016-2023, USA Volleyball. Competed in national tournaments around the country.
•School Volleyball Team, Sachse High School, Canton High School. Participated for one season at each school
•Choir, Sachse High School, Schrade Middle School. Performed in UIL competitions winning awards along with performing solos.
•Sports Medicine Program, Sachse High School, Trinity Valley Community College. Cared for student athletes on the football and basketball team, tending to wound care and major injuries as well as taping ankles and wrists.
•Advanced Theatre, Schrade Middle School. Lead in two plays, both winning UIL competitions and awards.
Volunteer Experience
• Nursing Home Volunteer, current at Canton Oaks. Multiple times a week I assist the residents in activities and keep them company.
• VBS Leader, 2018 Stillwater Community Church. Led activities and small groups.
• Worship Singer, 2018 Stillwater Community Church. Sang solos and in group performances on Sundays and Wednesdays.
• Athletic Training, 2024 Trinity Valley Community College. Temporarily helped out in my college's sports medicine program.
Healthcare Experience
- Caregiver, current, Since January 2025 I have been one of the caregivers for my grandma with Alzheimer's and Diabetes. My duties include managing her medications, preparing meals, keeping her spaces clean, and monitoring her blood sugar and oxygen levels.
- Sports Medicine, 2021-2022, Cared for student athletes on the football and basketball team, tending to wound care and major injuries as well as taping ankles and wrists. I worked with my peers to provide quick help to the athletes. I also prepared icepacks, water bottles, water tanks for refills, wound bags, and inhalers before practices.
Timeline
Server
Chuy's
09.2024 - Current
Server
Vals Italian Restaurant
09.2022 - 07.2024
Swim Instructor
06.2021 - 08.2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Trinity Valley Community College
High School -
Canton High School
High School -
Sachse High School