Lacy Clingan
Franklin,PA
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with experience in direct patient care and documentation accuracy. Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and deliver quality care. Seeking to utilize expertise to support a patient-centered healthcare environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Extern
Meadville Medical Center, Inpatient Mental Health
Meadville, Pennsylvania
06.2026 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the supervising nurse.
- Obtained vital signs and checked blood glucose levels of assigned patients.
- Administered medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily activities.
- Supported patients with mobility and personal hygiene tasks.
- Documented patient information accurately in medical records systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality care delivery.
- Prepared and maintained a clean, organized patient environment.
- Participated in training sessions on safety protocols and best practices.
CNA
Meadville Medical Center, 4th Floor Telemetry Unit
Meadville, Pennsylvania
07.2025 - 06.2026
- Delivered direct patient care in telemetry unit, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Achieved cross-training and certification as a Tele-Tech, improving versatility in patient monitoring.
- Cross-trained for ward secretary role, enhancing administrative support and patient communication.
- Recorded patient information in electronic health records, maintaining accuracy for effective care management.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
CNA
Sugar Creek Care Center
Franklin , PA
09.2023 - 07.2025
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene and mobility needs effectively.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Monitored food intake and output according to nursing staff guidelines.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
CNA
The Caring Place
Franklin , PA
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene and mobility needs effectively.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
EMT
Community Ambulance Company
Franklin, Pennsylvania
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Administered first aid and life support techniques to patients in crisis.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls and assessed patient conditions.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams during patient transport and care.
- Documented patient information and treatment protocols accurately.
- Operated emergency medical equipment, ensuring proper functionality at all times.
- Conducted daily vehicle checks and maintained readiness for emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on health-related topics during transport.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical supplies and equipment.
EMT
First Capital EMS
York, PA
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, assessed the situation and provided appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
- Performed basic life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams during patient transport and care.
- Documented patient information and treatment protocols accurately.
- Operated emergency medical equipment, ensuring proper functionality at all times.
- Conducted daily vehicle checks and maintained readiness for emergencies.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
Education
LPN - LPN
MMC Institute For Health Care Professionals
Meadville, PA09-2026
CNA - CNA
TNA Program Through The Caring Place
Franklin, PA10-2022
EMT - EMT BLS
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA02-2020
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Emergency response
- Injection administration
- Wound care
- Catheter care
- Personal hygiene management
- Mobility assistance
- Patient care planning
- Medical documentation
- Documentation accuracy
- Electronic charting
- Team collaboration
- Health education
- Health education
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Dementia care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Dementia care
Timeline
Nurse Extern
Meadville Medical Center, Inpatient Mental Health
06.2026 - Current
CNA
Meadville Medical Center, 4th Floor Telemetry Unit
07.2025 - 06.2026
CNA
Sugar Creek Care Center
09.2023 - 07.2025
CNA
The Caring Place
02.2022 - 09.2023
EMT
Community Ambulance Company
11.2021 - 02.2022
EMT
First Capital EMS
02.2020 - 10.2021
LPN - LPN
MMC Institute For Health Care Professionals
CNA - CNA
TNA Program Through The Caring Place
EMT - EMT BLS
Harrisburg Area Community College