Asja Lawrence
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Aurora West Allis Medical Center, excelling in vital sign monitoring and compassionate communication. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective teamwork documentation. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations while delivering exceptional support to patients in need.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Aurora West Allis Medical Center
West Allis, Wisconsin
12.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and promptly reported changes to nursing staff to ensure timely interventions.
- Performed vital sign assessments, including blood pressure and temperature checks.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records to support continuity of care.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming, to enhance patient comfort and dignity.
- Documented patient care services through detailed charting in designated areas.
CNA
Newcastle Place
Mequon, WI
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Performed vital sign assessments, including blood pressure and temperature readings.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights and requests for assistance.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician without delay.
- Supported patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and personal hygiene.
- Applied proper body mechanics during patient ambulation and transfers, minimizing risk of injury.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Tracked and documented food intake and output, ensuring adherence to care plans.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of patient information.
Resident Care Assistant
Villa St Francis
Milwaukee, WI
01.2020 - 09.2023
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Collaborated in development of individualized care plans, ensuring tailored support for each resident.
- Documented and reported abnormal behaviors or symptoms, facilitating timely medical interventions.
- Ensured that all medications were administered properly according to physician orders.
- Assisted with ambulation needs such as walking with a cane or wheelchair assistance.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing per physician order.
Personal Care Assistant
Midwest Communications
Milwaukee, WI
05.2018 - 12.2020
- Supported clients with daily living activities, enhancing their comfort and dignity during bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Delivered companionship to elderly and disabled clients, promoting emotional well-being and reducing feelings of isolation.
- Executed housekeeping tasks, ensuring clean and safe living environments through laundry, vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and changing bed linens.
- Maintained accurate records of client care activities on computerized systems for charting purposes.
Caretaker
Nurse Next Door Senior Home Care Services
Greenfield, WI
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
- Encouraged independence by helping clients develop self-care skills, enhancing their confidence in meal preparation and personal hygiene.
- Supported daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Conducted home visits to assess client needs, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions for improved well-being.
- Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, or canes to support client mobility.
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
Shift Leader
Taco Bell
Pewaukee, WI
05.2017 - 02.2018
- Trained staff on job duties and safety protocols to enhance operational efficiency.
- Delegated tasks to staff to maintain an organized work environment and support team productivity.
- Monitored employee performance for compliance with company policies and procedures to uphold standards.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Provided exceptional customer service and maintained a positive attitude throughout the shift.
- Assisted in training new employees on shift operations.
- Inspected food preparation areas to ensure proper sanitation standards were met at all times.
- Confirmed accuracy of daily sales reports before submitting them to management for review.
- Verified that cash drawers contained correct amounts of money during opening and closing shifts.
Crew Member
Taco Bell
Milwaukee, WI
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Greeted customers upon arrival, provided menus and answered questions regarding menu items.
- Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.
- Educated customers on menu items, product ingredients and nutritional values.
- Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
- Restocked kitchen supplies to ensure availability of food products and utensils for smooth operations.
- Followed health department regulations to maintain safe food handling practices.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
- Organized dining room tables with condiments, napkins and other necessities to enhance guest experience upon seating.
Education
Cna -
Herzing University
Milwaukee, WI09-2023
Cbrf -
Quality healthcare options
01-2019
Medication Aide -
Quality Healthcare Options
01-2019
High School Diploma -
James Madison Academic Campus
Milwaukee, WI06-2018
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Support with medications
- Personal care support
- Routine care coordination
- Care documentation
- Electronic health records
- HIPAA compliance
- Safety precautions
- Compassionate communication
- Cultural sensitivity
- Team communication
- Adaptability
- Calmness under pressure
- Basic troubleshooting
- Confidentiality management
Timeline
CNA
Aurora West Allis Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
CNA
Newcastle Place
09.2023 - 12.2024
Resident Care Assistant
Villa St Francis
01.2020 - 09.2023
Caretaker
Nurse Next Door Senior Home Care Services
02.2019 - 09.2020
Personal Care Assistant
Midwest Communications
05.2018 - 12.2020
Shift Leader
Taco Bell
05.2017 - 02.2018
Crew Member
Taco Bell
01.2015 - 05.2017
Cna -
Herzing University
Cbrf -
Quality healthcare options
Medication Aide -
Quality Healthcare Options
High School Diploma -
James Madison Academic Campus