Lacey Church
Nursing/Business
Mechanicsville,MD
Summary
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure new position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
CalvertHealth Medical Center
Prince Frederick
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
MedStar Shah Medical Group
Prince Frederick, MD
05.2017 - 05.2022
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Waitress
The Pier Bar
Solomons, MD
11.2016 - 03.2017
- Reduced wait times for seating by efficiently clearing tables immediately after guests'' departure.
- Contributed to increased sales by promoting daily specials and making personalized menu recommendations.
- Consistently exceeded management''s performance expectations while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless guest experiences and resolve any issues promptly.
- Streamlined order processing for increased efficiency through clear communication with kitchen staff.
- Demonstrated extensive menu knowledge, enabling personalized recommendations for guests based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
Head Hostess
Nagoya Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi
Prince Frederick, MD
04.2015 - 10.2016
- Monitored dining room operations, identifying areas of improvement in service flow and staff performance.
- Oversaw the dining room layout and table settings, ensuring compliance with restaurant standards and aesthetics.
- Utilized knowledge of menu items to provide personalized recommendations based on guest preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Managed communication between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for smoother service during peak hours.
Education
N/A - Business Administration And Management
College of Southern Maryland
La Plata, MDSkills
Condition Monitoring
Documenting behaviors
Electronic Charting
Observing responses
Medical terminology knowledge
Conducting intakes
Quality Assurance
Direct Patient Care
Indirect Patient Care
Patient-focused care
Database Administration
Complex Problem-Solving
Recording vital signs
Basic Life Support
Medical Records Management
EMR / EHR
Collecting vital signs
Companionship and emotional support
HIPAA Compliance
Safety Precautions
Specimen Collection
Medical office administration
Patient Assessments
Trustworthy companion
Bedside manner
Supporting personal needs
First Aid Certification
Clinical Documentation
Team Collaboration
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
CalvertHealth Medical Center
06.2022 - 12.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
MedStar Shah Medical Group
05.2017 - 05.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
05-2017
Waitress
The Pier Bar
11.2016 - 03.2017
Head Hostess
Nagoya Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi
04.2015 - 10.2016
N/A - Business Administration And Management
College of Southern Maryland