Selin Tekkesin
Shirley,NY
Summary
Dynamic, hard working, educated individual with hands-on experience in patient care while working with a child with Kabuki syndrome and a gastrointestinal feeding tube for multiple years as well and upscale hospitality, with strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks and challenges. Efficient in adaptability, eager to learn and further gain patient care experience, and with a results-oriented mindset, I am committed to making meaningful contributions in working and advancing experience to further education as an aspiring Physician Assistant and graduate student.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Fine Dining Server
Mannino’s Italian Kitchen and Lounge
Shirley, NY
10.2025 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced, team based fine-dining environment.
- Processed customer orders efficiently and accurately using restaurant's point-of-sale system.
- Fostered an environment for guests that made them feel welcomed, heard, and appreciated and made them look forward to returning.
- Professionally and proficiently upsold wines and daily features.
Server
Cowfish
Hampton Bays, New York
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Problem solved efficiently whenever a guest faced an issue in a timely manner to ensure their satisfaction while upholding company policy and values.
- Efficiently multitasked and managed large amounts of guests and a large volume of tables.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of dining area and tables.
- Oversaw daily operations during peak hours, optimizing workflow and team performance.
- Developed strategies to increase upselling opportunities, contributing to revenue growth.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
Home Health Aide
Private Family Employer
Coram, NY
01.2018 - 05.2024
- Administer medication orally, through an IV, and albuterol through a nebulizer.
- Change MIC-KEY gastrointestinal feeding bags and tube as well as conduct daily scheduled meals through the MIC-KEY tube.
- Bathe, clean, and dress the patient daily.
- Take patient to all doctor appointments.
- Conduct PT exercises with patient at home daily.
- Monitored vital signs daily and reported changes to healthcare professionals for timely intervention.
- Implemented activities that promoted physical and mental well-being for clients.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care activities, enhancing continuity of care across shifts.
- Performed housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patient.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science, Concentration in Critical Care
StonyBrook University
03.2026
Skills
- Proficient and fast decision making ability
- Problem solving
- Team Oriented
- Amiable
- Physical stamina
- Immense work ethic
- Strong communication skills
- Exceptional customer service
- Relationship building
- Patience and empathy
Timeline
Fine Dining Server
Mannino’s Italian Kitchen and Lounge
10.2025 - Current
Server
Cowfish
05.2025 - 10.2025
Home Health Aide
Private Family Employer
01.2018 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Science, Concentration in Critical Care
StonyBrook University