CHRISTINE LYSKAWA

• Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
• Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
• Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
• Logged information regarding naps, feedings and any medications administered.
• Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
• Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
• Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
• Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
• Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
• Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.

• Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
• Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
• Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
• Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
• Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Attended in-service programs to complete ongoing and annual organizational and departmental requirements to promote highest standard of customer relations principles for patients, visitors and fellow staff members.
• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
• Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
• Communicated and documented pertinent observations and information to maintain complete and accurate record of care given to patient.
• Offered direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments for patients in stable condition under general supervision of RN.
• Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

• Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
• Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
• Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
• Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
• Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
• Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.

• Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
• Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
• Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
• Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
• Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
• Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
• Assisted with end-of-life care.
• Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
• Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
• Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
• Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
• Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
• Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
• Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
• Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
• Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
• Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.

• Developed professional relationships with referring agencies to improve communication related to intakes and to increase business for facility.
• Collaborated with physicians to determine effective combination of therapy and medical treatments for patients in recovery.
• Led individual and group counseling sessions to meet variety of therapeutic needs for recovering individuals.
• Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
• Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
• Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
• Developed patient care plans and documented progress toward goals.
• Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
• Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
• Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

• Conducted comprehensive interviews of witnesses and claimants to gather facts and information.
• Handled calls from customers and other stakeholders.
• Collected information from customers to complete claims and legal files.
• Delivered exceptional customer service to policyholders by communicating important information and patiently listening to issues.
• Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
• Developed and maintained organized filing system for medical records to adhere to HIPAA regulations.