Ainsley Swartzlander
Kinmundy
Summary
Adept at blending effective communication with team collaboration, I have honed my skills across roles from Practicum Student at Effingham County School District to Certified Nursing Assistant at Helia Healthcare. Demonstrating a commitment to patient care and classroom management, I excel in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering exceptional service and fostering positive outcomes.
Confident Student passionate about learning new skills. Ambitious and driven individual ready and willing to work hard and learn from professionals. Brings outstanding computer and communication skills.
Student motivated to apply education and abilities to enhance operations. Eager to learn new skills and advance knowledge with hands-on experience. Proficient in microsoft office and google suite with advanced interpersonal skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Practicum Student
Effingham County School District
Effingham
03.2025 - Current
- Observed clinical interviews between therapists and clients in order to gain insight into different therapeutic approaches.
- Developed proficiency in academic writing, including essays and research papers.
- Maintained accurate records of all client interactions including notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries.
Server
Iron Saddle Ranch
Salem
01.2025 - Current
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
- Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
- Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
- Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Server
Abc Pub Restaurant
Salem
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Practicum Student
Neoga Elementary School
Neoga
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Observed clinical interviews between therapists and clients in order to gain insight into different therapeutic approaches.
- Developed proficiency in academic writing, including essays and research papers.
- Maintained accurate records of all client interactions including notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helia Healthcare
Salem
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05-2026
High School Diploma -
South Central High School
Farina, IL05-2020
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Kaskaskia College
Centralia, ILSome College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OHCertified nursing assistant certification -
Vandalia Vocational Program
Vandalia, ILSkills
- Child development
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Patient care
- Health and safety
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- School policies enforcement
- Basic housekeeping
- Positive attitude
Timeline
Practicum Student
Effingham County School District
03.2025 - Current
Server
Iron Saddle Ranch
01.2025 - Current
Practicum Student
Neoga Elementary School
09.2024 - 11.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helia Healthcare
08.2024 - 10.2024
Server
Abc Pub Restaurant
01.2024 - 12.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Illinois University
High School Diploma -
South Central High School
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Kaskaskia College
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Columbus State Community College
Certified nursing assistant certification -
Vandalia Vocational Program