Kristin Cook
Athens
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a focus on patient care, highly productive in fast-paced environments and proficient at completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Equine Trainer
Spring Creek Boarding facility
Athens
07.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented individualized training programs for horses of various breeds, disciplines, and temperaments, improving performance and behavior outcomes.
- Monitored horse health and behavior daily, collaborating with veterinarians, farriers, and nutritionists to maintain optimal care.
- Maintained accurate records of training progress, veterinary care, and behavioral observations
- Educated horse owners and boarders on training techniques, equine behavior, and safe handling practices through demonstrations and consultations.
- Conducted groundwork, desensitization, and under-saddle training, including colt starting, problem-solving, and advanced riding techniques.
Sterile Processing Supervisor
UT Medical Center
Knoxville
10.2021 - 12.2025
- Supervised daily operations of sterile processing department.
- Trained staff on sterilization techniques and equipment usage.
- Ensured compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Reviewed work orders from surgery teams requesting specific instruments and ensured timely delivery of those items.
Patient Care Technician
Starr Regional Medical Center
Athens
06.2016 - 04.2020
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in daily living activities for patients, enhancing comfort and dignity.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
Education
Mcminn County High School
Athens, TnSome College (No Degree) - Health Sciences
South College
Knoxville, TNSkills
- Veterinary collaboration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care documentation
- Infection control procedures
- Sterilization techniques
- Time management
- Patient services
- Professional bedside manner
- Catheter care
- Blood glucose testing
- Wound care
- CPR certification
- Emergency response
- Basic nursing care
- Teamwork
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Equine Trainer
Spring Creek Boarding facility
07.2022 - Current
Sterile Processing Supervisor
UT Medical Center
10.2021 - 12.2025
Patient Care Technician
Starr Regional Medical Center
06.2016 - 04.2020
Mcminn County High School
Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences
South College