- Enjoy participating in a variety of physical for overall physical and mental well-being like running, pilates, weightlifting, walks outside, and swimming
- Mindfulness Practices like yoga and meditation
- Adventure Traveling, I studied abroad in Switzerland this summer and it ws amazing
- Enjoying baking/cooking and experimenting with new recipes and techniques
- Prioritizing self care and mental health
Christen Olson
Pittsburgh
Summary
Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes compassionate communication to support patients emotionally and physically. Strong understanding of medical equipment operation and patient monitoring techniques.
Personable and vigilant with passion for water/land safety and positive, upbeat attitude. Well-versed in lifeguard responsibilities, including CPR and first aid certification, and skilled in swimming and emergency response. Dedicated to ensuring safe and enjoyable environment for all pool visitors.
Professional in customer service with track record of delivering high standards of hospitality in busy restaurant settings. Consistently maintained welcoming atmosphere and effectively managed tables to ensure smooth operations. Valued for strong teamwork and ability to adapt to changing demands while focusing on customer satisfaction and efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pool Lifeguard
The Pittsburgh Golf Club
05.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained a clean and orderly pool area, ensuring a welcoming environment for patrons.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
Waitress
Stackd Oakland
07.2023 - Current
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Mercy
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Learned valuable techniques and advice from the nurses which is crucial for nursing school.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
- Worked with nurses, PT/OT, Doctors, transporters etc.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA04-2027
High School Diploma -
Oakland Catholic High School
Pittsburgh, PA05-2023
Skills
- Vital Signs
- Team collaboration
- Patient Hygiene
- Bed baths
- CPR
- AED operation
- Customer service
- Strong multitasking
- Greeting guests
- Spinal injury management
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Lifeguard training
- Injury prevention
- Oxygen administration
- Water rescue techniques
- Rescue equipment use
- Physical fitness
- Patron surveillance
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- First aid
- Swimming proficiency
- Surveillance techniques
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Mindful communication
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Interests
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Mercy
06.2025 - 10.2025
Waitress
Stackd Oakland
07.2023 - Current
Pool Lifeguard
The Pittsburgh Golf Club
05.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pittsburgh
High School Diploma -
Oakland Catholic High School