MAKENNA BUIST

• Monitor the weight room to ensure a safe environment, assisting patrons and enforcing facility guidelines to prevent injuries.
• Provide excellent customer service at the front desk, answering inquiries and managing facility access.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the weight room and common areas to ensure a welcoming environment.
• Assist in equipment maintenance and report any issues to facility management.

October 2023- Med/Surg- New York Presbyterian- Bronxville

January 2024- Med/Surg- Phelps Hospital

April 2024- Labor and Delivery- Westchester Medical Center

January 2025- Psych- Westchester Medical Center

March 2025- Pediatrics- Blythedale Hospital

• Demonstrated ability to interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner
• Prioritized multiple tasks in dynamic environment and stayed calm and composed
• Assisted with training of new staff members
• Resolved customer complaints and inquiries in a timely manner
• Informed kitchen of special dietary needs or requests, delivering personalized meal options

• Utilized creative problem solving approaches when dealing with challenging behaviors from children
• Monitored playgrounds during recess periods to ensure safety regulations were being followed
• Implemented behavior management techniques to promote positive reinforcement for desired behaviors
• Developed positive relationships with parents, guardians, staff members, and children through effective communication
• Encouraged good hygiene practices among the children in my care by providing regular handwashing reminders
• Cleaned and sanitized childcare toys, keeping play areas hygienic and free of harmful objects
• Read stories and sang songs to children
• Developed age-appropriate activities to engage children and foster learning