Kristen Chen
Naperville,IL
Summary
Highly proficient in multitasking, exhibiting an exceptional work ethic, and possessing strong teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Eager to undertake diverse tasks to contribute to the team's success. Reliable and dedicated team player with a diligent and resourceful mindset. Demonstrates organizational prowess and dependability, successfully managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
APT Therapeutics
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Thawed Chinese hamster ovary (CHO) cells
- Transfected CHO cells with human proteins
- Replating and suspending CHO cells to further grow cells
- Cell counting with cellometer and passaging to renew cells' nutrients and help them thrive with its transfection
- Harvesting cells as preparation for protein purification
- Cryobanking cells for later use
- Running protein gel electrophoresis to see how much transfected genes of human DNA is expressing inside CHO cells
- Running Western blots to detect specific proteins within cells
- Purifying proteins from supernatant to filter proteins and quantify them
- Noting specific procedures and observations from lab results
Swim Instructor
Lifetime Fitness
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on individual student needs.
- Implemented proper safety protocols and emergency response plans.
- Mentored and trained new swim instructors on best practices.
- Provided emergency first aid and CPR as needed.
Lifeguard
Lifetime Fitness
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Responded to patron incidents in professional and timely manner.
- Demonstrated rescue techniques and provided first aid in emergency situations.
- Cleared pool areas of debris and hazardous objects to increase safety.
- Performed regular maintenance of pool equipment and life-saving equipment to keep in good working order.
- Completed daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry.
Volunteer
Wheaton Chinese Alliance Church
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events
- Efficiently organized and planned community-oriented engaging, fun and smooth-running events.
- Co-planned and arranged community donations and charities.
- Created engaging environment to foster sense of belonging for participants.
Physician Shadow
TOP Pain Center
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Practiced pain medicine in private facility, providing diagnosis, and treatment for patients.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions, and suggested treatment options.
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
- Determined appropriate treatments to achieve balance in body.
- Observed pain procedures and injections with attending physician
Teacher's Assistant
Ray Chinese School
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Assisted students with class and preparatory work in relation to AP Chinese exam.
- Monitored students during in-class exams.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wheaton Academy
West Chicago06.2023
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Reinforcing Learning Concepts
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Distributing Materials
- Red Cross Certified
- Student and Class Monitoring (ages 2-10)
- Issue Resolution
- Group and Individual Instruction
- First Aid
Timeline
Intern
APT Therapeutics
07.2023 - 08.2023
Lifeguard
Lifetime Fitness
06.2023 - 08.2023
Physician Shadow
TOP Pain Center
12.2022 - 01.2023
Swim Instructor
Lifetime Fitness
11.2022 - 08.2023
Teacher's Assistant
Ray Chinese School
12.2021 - 05.2022
Volunteer
Wheaton Chinese Alliance Church
08.2021 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Wheaton Academy
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