JaLeesa Lancaster
Capitol Heights,MD
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a focus on patient care, highly productive in fast-paced environments and proficient at completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, medication administration, and specimen collection. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Available Hands Inc
Laurel, MD
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding client care plans and needs.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
Patient Care Technician
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland
06.2012 - 09.2014
- Assessed patient conditions in fast-paced emergency room environment.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes for patient records.
- Performed venipuncture, arterial puncture and IV insertion.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
Residential Counselor
Mary T. Inc
Annapolis, Maryland
01.2011 - 06.2012
- Supported individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored resident behavior and reported changes to the care team.
- Maintained a safe and clean living environment for all residents.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed.
- Administered medications to residents following established protocols and schedules.
CNA
Morningside House Of Ellicot City
Ellicott City, Maryland
10.2010 - 01.2011
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Education
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Intergrated Health TW
Laurel, MD07-2025
Nursing Assistant Certification - Nursing Assistant
Howard Community College
Columbia, MD04-2010
High School Diploma -
Belford High School
Houston, TX05-2007
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
U.S. Career Institute
Fort Collins, COSkills
- Patient care
- CPR certification
- Emergency response
- Catheter change and preparation
- Direct patient care
- Collecting specimens
- IV maintenance
- Transporting patients
- Compassionate caregiver
- Vital sign recording
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
- Medical terminology
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- Nursing Assistant
- CPR
- First Aid Certified
Languages
French
Limited
Timeline
CNA
Available Hands Inc
05.2021 - 12.2022
Patient Care Technician
Johns Hopkins Hospital
06.2012 - 09.2014
Residential Counselor
Mary T. Inc
01.2011 - 06.2012
CNA
Morningside House Of Ellicot City
10.2010 - 01.2011
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Intergrated Health TW
Nursing Assistant Certification - Nursing Assistant
Howard Community College
High School Diploma -
Belford High School
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
U.S. Career Institute