Crystal Hardison, CNA
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Compassionate and seasoned care provider with over 12 years experience, specializing in hospice, end-of-life care, and memory support. Dedicated to ensuring the highest level of physical comfort and emotional peace for terminally ill residents. Adept at providing gentle, dignified assistance while remaining professional and responsive in high pressure situation. Including CPR and first aid. Committed to supporting both patient, person centered approach rooted in respect.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA Shower Aide
Interim HealthCare
Lubbock, TX
02.2023 - Current
*Serve as a dedicated shower aide, ensuring the safety, hygiene, and skin integrity of residents while providing dignified personal care.
*Monitor residents physical conditions and report any changes to the nursing staff to ensure proactive medical attention.
*Provide compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and support during daily activities.
Resident Assistant
Brookdale Assisted Living
Lubbock, TX
04.2021 - 04.2023
*Providing comprehensive daily living assistance including personal hygiene, dressing, bathing, and nutritional support.
*Managed residents mobility by performing safe transfers (chair to bed) and frequent turning to prevent pressure sores.
*Maintained compassionate and patient environment for residents in a high-quality senior living facility.
House Manager
Angel Arms Assisted Living
Lubbock, TX
05.2019 - 04.2020
*Oversaw daily operations to ensure quality care for residents.
*Developed and implemented training programs for staff to enhance service delivery.
*Coordinated resident assessments and care plans with healthcare professionals.
*Streamlined communication processes among staff, residents, and families to improve satisfaction.
*Managed scheduling and staffing to maintain optimal resident-to-staff ratios.
*Enhanced family satisfaction with household management by addressing concerns promptly and efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Texico High School
Texico, NMSkills
Time management
- Condition monitoring
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Lifting and transferring
- Patient hygiene assistance
- ADLS ( Activities of daily living)
- Dementia/Alzheimer's care
- Hospice Care
Certification
Texas Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
CPR/BLS Certification
High School Diploma
Timeline
CNA Shower Aide
Interim HealthCare
02.2023 - Current
Resident Assistant
Brookdale Assisted Living
04.2021 - 04.2023
House Manager
Angel Arms Assisted Living
05.2019 - 04.2020
High School Diploma -
Texico High School
Professional Skills
End of life comfort care: Skilled in providing palliative support, focusing on pain management observation and resident comforts.
Memory care expertise: 12 plus years of experience assisting residents with alzheimers and dementia, utilizing patience and redirection techniques.
Emergency Response: Current CPR and first aid with a proven ability to remain calm and professional during medical crisis.
ADL Assistance: Expert in assisting with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming) with a focus on maintaining resident dignity.