Miley Wichman
Norfolk,NE
Summary
Lifeguard Instructor at Aquaventure Waterpark, skilled in first aid and team collaboration. Training efficiency, significantly improving lifeguard readiness and performance. Demonstrated decision-making and critical thinking, ensuring optimal public safety.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard Instructor
Aquaventure Waterpark
Norfolk, NE
07.2023 - Current
- Provided in-service training to existing lifeguard staff.
- Instructed classes on safety and rescue techniques for lifeguards, such as CPR, first aid, and water-rescue skills.
- Assisted with administrative duties related to scheduling classes, ordering supplies.
- Trained new instructors on the American Red Cross curriculum guidelines.
- Coordinated with other instructors to ensure consistent teaching methods across all courses.
- Evaluated class performance at the end of each session and provided feedback to students.
Head Guard
Aquaventure Waterpark
Norfolk, NE
05.2023 - Current
- Enforced facility rules regarding proper swim attire, age restrictions and other policies.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits.
- Administered first aid for minor medical situations and contacted paramedics for medical emergencies.
- Provided guidance and support to staff members regarding customer service issues or complaints from guests and visitors.
- Explained security protocols to employees and guests to promote readiness for emergency situations.
- Patrolled the park to maintain safety.
- Create rotation schedules for lifeguards and aides.
- Maintaining accurate records of incidents.
- Addressing disciplinary issues with staff.
- Training new lifeguards.
- Maintaining inventory of pool supplies.
- Maintained records of chemical readings.
Lifeguard
Aquaventure Waterpark
Norfolk, NE
06.2021 - Current
- Instructed patrons on proper use of diving boards, slides, ladders.
- Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
- Examined recreational equipment for signs of damage and potential safety risks.
- Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
- Reminded patrons to walk carefully and avoid running around or near pool edges to prevent falls.
- Monitored surrounding environment constantly to watch for potential risks.
- Observed sections of assigned water zone of responsibility.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any issues that arose during shifts.
- Led swimmer instructional lessons
- Recognized swimmers in need of assistance and acted quickly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Norfolk Senior High
Norfolk, NE05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Media
University of St. Thomas
Saint Paul, MNSkills
- First aid skills
- Decision-making
- Rescue equipment operation
- Lifeguard training
- Physical fitness
- Pool maintenance
- Public safety awareness
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Time management
Affiliations
- D1 Softball
- Volunteer at Catholic Charities in St. Paul
Certification
- lifeguard
- lifeguard instructor
Accomplishments
- 2022-24 High School Softball Team Caption
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lifeguard Instructor
Aquaventure Waterpark
07.2023 - Current
Head Guard
Aquaventure Waterpark
05.2023 - Current
Lifeguard
Aquaventure Waterpark
06.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Norfolk Senior High
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Media
University of St. Thomas
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