KISHANA LAIDLEY
Stamford,CT
Summary
Past stay at home mom with some nursing and retail experience whose passion is helping others, art, and assisting the community.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Living Advantage
Hamden, Connecticut
2020.01 - 2021.01
- Performed ADLs, such as bathing, dressing, serving meals, feeding and amputating.
- Organized and light cleaning of residents room or area.
- Monitored and charted vital signs, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Prepared and served a diverse a range of beverages with precision and quality.
- Provided excellent communication skills by greeting and engaging with customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Processed payments through handling both cash and credit transactions accurately and accurately efficiently.
- Performed various food preparations.
- Ensured kitchen was cleaned and efficient to create and deliver orders to patrons.
- Measured quantities of seasonings and other cooking ingredients.
- Adhered to all relevant nutrition and sanitary regulations and standards.
- Prepared food and beverages.
Cashier
Dunk Donuts
Fairfield, CT
2010.02 - 2014.06
- Managed cash register and maintained balanced cash drawers.
- Provided excellent customer service and resolved inquiries promptly.
Prep Cook
Kelly Backyard
Bridgeport, Connecticut
2003.01 - 2007.06
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items and special dishes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspaces and storage areas.
- Assisted chefs in cooking and plating meals during peak service hours.
Education
Bassick High School
Bridgeport, ConnecticutSkills
- Customer interaction
- Point of sale
- Cash handling
- Multitasking abilities
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Strong work ethic
- Visual merchandising
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic charting
- Infection control
- Healthcare communication
- Team collaboration
- Quality assurance
- Time management
- Emotional intelligence
- Stress management
- Direct nursing care
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
CNA
Living Advantage
2020.01 - 2021.01
Cashier
Dunk Donuts
2010.02 - 2014.06
Prep Cook
Kelly Backyard
2003.01 - 2007.06
Bassick High School