Kerrigan Wilking
Minneapolis
Summary
Compassionate Human Physiology major with hands-on experience in caregiving and patient support within nursing home settings. Strong foundation in anatomy and health sciences, combined with practical experience assisting older adults with daily living, mobility, and nutritional needs. Reliable, team-oriented, and committed to delivering patient-centered care in clinical environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Coach
Minneapolis Gymnastics
Minneapolis
07.2025 - Current
- Led practice sessions, ensuring proper techniques and safety protocols were followed.
- Assessed athlete performance through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Guided youth in developing strong work ethic through positive role modeling and skill practice.
- Cultivated positive team environment, reinforcing teamwork and sportsmanship.
- Mentored junior coaches, enhancing collaboration and professional development.
Culinary aide
Benedictine Living Community
St. Peter
09.2022 - 06.2025
- Prepared and cooked meals tailored to residents' dietary needs.
- Collaborated with nutritional staff to serve meals to residents in a timely manner.
- Followed safety and sanitation standards in food handling procedures.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas to promote a safe environment.
Caregiver
Accra
Minnetonka
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Supported clients in daily living activities and personal care to enhance comfort and independence.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Supported clients in social activities to promote engagement and well-being.
- Ensured clean and safe environments for clients, promoting health and well-being.
- Executed light housekeeping tasks, including laundry and changing linens, to maintain client hygiene and comfort.
Dining Server
Laurels Peak Rehabilitation Center
Mankato
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Provided exceptional dining service to residents in a rehabilitation setting.
- Engaged residents in conversation to foster a welcoming and enjoyable dining atmosphere.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas before and after meals.
- Assisted with meal preparation and ensured timely delivery of food items to enhance dining experience.
- Trained new servers on dining protocols and customer service standards.
Nanny
St. Peter
06.2020 - 09.2022
- Planned and organized educational games, fostering child development and learning.
- Supervised daily activities, enhancing children's safety and engagement.
- Assisted children with daily activities, such as dressing, bathing, and feeding.
- Implemented routines to promote good habits and time management skills.
- Communicated with parents about children's progress and behavior regularly.
- Transported children to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments.
- Performed light housekeeping duties, maintaining a clean and organized environment for children.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Peter High School
St. Peter, MN06-2023
Bachelors of Arts - Human Physiology
University of Minnesota- Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Patient Advocacy
- Safety protocols
- Cultural sensitivity
- Nutritional coaching
- Safety compliance
- Time management
- Caregiver support
- Compassionate engagement
Volunteer Experience and Certifications
- M Health Fairview, Children's hospital- Inpatient Pediatric Unit (September 2025- Present)
- South East Seniors, Nurse program- Senior companion (September 2023- March 2024)
- Basic Life Support and CPR-Certified (Present)
Languages
American Sign Language
Professional
Affiliations
Physical Activity- Running, Yoga, Weight Training
Timeline
Coach
Minneapolis Gymnastics
07.2025 - Current
Caregiver
Accra
11.2023 - 02.2024
Culinary aide
Benedictine Living Community
09.2022 - 06.2025
Dining Server
Laurels Peak Rehabilitation Center
03.2022 - 09.2022
Nanny
06.2020 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
St. Peter High School
Bachelors of Arts - Human Physiology
University of Minnesota- Twin Cities