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Erica Lynch

Erica Lynch

Alpine,CA

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with a strong commitment to delivering compassionate care and supporting patient needs. Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with medical staff and adapt to dynamic healthcare environments. Reliable team player focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes through empathetic care and attention to detail. Experienced in providing patient care and daily living assistance, utilizing effective communication and problem-solving skills to ensure patient comfort and safety. Proven track record of collaborating with healthcare teams to maintain a high standard of care.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Arbor Hills Nursing Center
09.2024 - Current

Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.

  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Workedworked 50-60 hrs week.

CNA

Clipboard Health
09.2022 - 02.2024
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • worked 50-60 hrs week
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.

CNA

Sunrise Hospital
11.2019 - 03.2023
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • worked 60 hrs a week.

CNA

St Rose Hospital
07.2016 - 05.2020
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Worked 50-60 hrs week

CNA

Desert Parkway Psych Hospital
03.2017 - 01.2019
  • Documented behavioral incidents to keep accurate records.
  • Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
  • Cultivated relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
  • Followed standard admissions procedures and documentation requirements for client intakes.
  • Identified behaviors associated with substance abuse and recognized signs of being under influence of alcohol or drugs.
  • Conducted searches of clients upon return to facility.
  • Planned and implemented safe interventions consistent with treatment goals.
  • Performed searches of resident belongings prior to admissions and throughout stays.
  • Documented patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
  • Provided excellent service to patients.
  • worked 50 hrs week

CNA

Generations Healthcare
01.2017 - 12.2017
  • Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
  • Delivered high level of care to every patient.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
  • worked 60 hrs week

CNA

Fundamental Healthcare Subacute Facility
03.2013 - 02.2016
  • Provided respite for caregivers and support for patient families.
  • Provided relief and emotional support for patients.
  • Attended resident support and educational meetings.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks in patient rooms.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • worked 60 hrs a week

CNA

Heights of Summerlin
02.2012 - 12.2014
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • worked 60 hrs week

CNA

North Vista Psych Hospital
02.2011 - 01.2014
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
  • Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • worked 60 hrs week

CNA

Emeritus Assisted Living
01.2010 - 12.2012
  • Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Redirected clients with memory issues, providing safety guidance protection.
  • Engaged clients by conversing and participating in activities and hobbies.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
  • worked 50 hrs week

CNA

Maxim Healthcare
02.1999 - 11.2005
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • worked 60 hrs week

CNA

UNI
05.1998 - 12.2004
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • worked 60 hrs a week

CNA

Edgemore Psych Hospital
02.1995 - 03.1997
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • worked 60 hrs week

Education

CNA - Cna

Cesar Chavez
San Diego, CA
05.1994

Skills

  • Collecting vital signs
  • General housekeeping ability
  • Performing patient intakes
  • Infection control procedures
  • Quick problem solver
  • Collecting specimens
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Assisting with personal grooming
  • Charting expertise
  • Reliable transportation
  • Grooming and bathing assistance
  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Basic life support
  • End-of-life care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Team collaboration
  • Safety precautions

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.

Timeline

CNA

Arbor Hills Nursing Center
09.2024 - Current

CNA

Clipboard Health
09.2022 - 02.2024

CNA

Sunrise Hospital
11.2019 - 03.2023

CNA

Desert Parkway Psych Hospital
03.2017 - 01.2019

CNA

Generations Healthcare
01.2017 - 12.2017

CNA

St Rose Hospital
07.2016 - 05.2020

CNA

Fundamental Healthcare Subacute Facility
03.2013 - 02.2016

CNA

Heights of Summerlin
02.2012 - 12.2014

CNA

North Vista Psych Hospital
02.2011 - 01.2014

CNA

Emeritus Assisted Living
01.2010 - 12.2012

CNA

Maxim Healthcare
02.1999 - 11.2005

CNA

UNI
05.1998 - 12.2004

CNA

Edgemore Psych Hospital
02.1995 - 03.1997

CNA - Cna

Cesar Chavez
Erica Lynch