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La' Kia Pinder

La' Kia Pinder

Cambridge,MD

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable nursing professional with a proactive attitude and ability to learn quickly. Experienced in providing quality care to patients in various medical settings. Strong work ethic, excellent communication, and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Crisis Specialist

Channel Marker
Easton, MD
10.2022 - Current
  • Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
  • Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
  • Evaluated risk to clients or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
  • Offered supportive counseling and crisis intervention to individuals in crisis.
  • Devised and enhanced treatment strategies to promote continued progress.
  • Supported clients through difficult times by providing a safe space where they could express themselves without fear of judgement or criticism.

Unit Secretary/Nursing Technician

University Of Maryland Shore Regional Health
Easton, Maryland
05.2017 - Current
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks, such as dressing, glucose monitoring, and walking.
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
  • Trained new nursing technicians in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
  • Provided prompt and accurate services, such as CPR, and CPI during emergencies.
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for important documents.
  • Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
  • Provided crisis management when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques such as redirection or calming strategies.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Genesis HealthCare
Cambridge , Maryland
10.2016 - 04.2021

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  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Bayleigh Chase ALF
Easton , Maryland
06.2015 - 05.2017
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, personal hygiene, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet all needs.
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Signature HealthCARE At Mallard Bay
Cambridge , Maryland
01.2014 - 02.2015
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Genesis HealthCare The Pines
Easton, Maryland
07.2005 - 01.2015
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Strayer University
Washington, DC
01-2025

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Strayer University
Washington, DC
03.2023

High School Diploma -

Cambridge South Dorchester High School
Cambridge, MD
05.1998

Skills

  • Documentation/Legal documentation
  • Patient care/Patient assessments
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Dementia and Alzheimer'
  • CPR certified
  • Blood glucose monitoring
  • Data collection
  • Customer service
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Electronic charting
  • Medication administration
  • HIPAA
  • Catheter change and preparation
  • Behavior redirection
  • Problem-Solving skills

Timeline

Crisis Specialist

Channel Marker
10.2022 - Current

Unit Secretary/Nursing Technician

University Of Maryland Shore Regional Health
05.2017 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Genesis HealthCare
10.2016 - 04.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Bayleigh Chase ALF
06.2015 - 05.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant

Signature HealthCARE At Mallard Bay
01.2014 - 02.2015

Certified Nursing Assistant

Genesis HealthCare The Pines
07.2005 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

Strayer University

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Strayer University

High School Diploma -

Cambridge South Dorchester High School

Languages

English
Native language

Work Availability

monday
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thursday
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saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant

La' Kia Pinder