Lakeisha Young
Manhattan
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with over 10 years of experience dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to clients, including those with disabilities. Expertise in personal care, meal preparation, and effective communication ensures a holistic approach to client well-being. Demonstrated ability to manage tasks independently while maintaining continuous top-quality care. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Reliable team player focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes through empathetic care and attention to detail. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Foundation Park
4925 Colbert Hills Dr, Manhattan, Ks 66503
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans for clients.
- Supported clients in physical therapy exercises to enhance strength and mobility.
Private Duty Caregiver
Self-Employed
Manhattan, Ks
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Delivered compassionate personal care, including bathing, grooming, and dressing clients daily.
- Maintain a clean and organized living environment for clients by performing light housekeeping duties.
- Engage in meaningful conversations with clients to provide companionship and emotional support.
- Promote independence by encouraging participation in daily tasks within the capabilities of the client.
In Home Caregiver
At Home Care
Manhattan, KS
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Administered individualized personal care, ensuring comfort and dignity during showering, dressing, grooming, and mobility assistance.
- Oversaw daily activities while offering companionship to promote emotional stability and trust.
- Achieved a consistently clean and organized home environment through diligent housekeeping efforts. Enhanced household functionality by effectively managing laundry tasks. Contributed to overall household satisfaction through attention to detail in cleaning.
- Facilitated transportation services for pharmacy and medical appointments.
- Recorded client changes and updates in documentation journal for administrative review.
General Laborer
Express Employment Professionals
Manhattan, KS
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed work with little supervision.
- Operated tools and equipment to support daily operations and project completion.
- Collaborated with team members to fulfill work assignments effectively and promptly.
- Contributed to a positive workplace atmosphere by maintaining open communication with colleagues.
- Upheld safe and a clean working environment.
Memory Care Executive Chef
Home of the Flint Hills
Flint Hills, Kansas
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Coordinated daily meal service, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards met.
- Implemented inventory management strategies to minimize spoilage and control costs effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of food temperatures and storage conditions for compliance audits.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
Personal Leave of Absence
Personal Sabbatical
Kansas City, KS
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Achieved personal growth through focused skill enhancement during life challenges. Impacted community by volunteering at University Christian Church nursery, ensuring quality care for children. Empowered at-risk teens as a life coach for Camp L.I.T., guiding them towards their dreams and fostering supportive relationships. Made a difference at Center of Hope warming shelter, leveraging personal abilities to assist individuals in crisis.
Home Health Aide
Adult Health Services Inc.
Kansas City, KS
03.2018 - 11.2021
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
Education
High school diploma -
Wyandotte High School
Kansas City, KS05-2011
Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate - CNA
TEC/ATS Health Careers
Kansas City, KS01-2011
Skills
- Proficient in maintaining cleanliness
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Patient care experience
- Experience with Hoyer lift
- Effective team leadership initiative
- Detail-oriented professional
- Skilled in supporting senior residents
- Adaptability in dynamic environments
- Consistent team contributor
- Supportive presence
- Quality management
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant- January, 2011
- First Aid/CPR Certified- May, 2025
Languages
English
Timeline
CNA
Foundation Park
05.2025 - Current
Private Duty Caregiver
Self-Employed
02.2025 - 05.2025
In Home Caregiver
At Home Care
02.2024 - 01.2025
General Laborer
Express Employment Professionals
10.2023 - 01.2024
Memory Care Executive Chef
Home of the Flint Hills
03.2023 - 09.2023
Personal Leave of Absence
Personal Sabbatical
11.2021 - 03.2023
Home Health Aide
Adult Health Services Inc.
03.2018 - 11.2021
High school diploma -
Wyandotte High School
Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate - CNA
TEC/ATS Health Careers