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Lakisha Simmons

Dietary Manager
Tyler,TX
Lakisha Simmons

Summary

Knowledgeable and compassionate Nursing staff member with 15+ years of CNA experience. Diligent about serving all facets of patient medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals of all backgrounds while protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services.

Dedicated Healthcare professional accustomed to providing optimal patient care and support while assisting medical staff with meeting critical needs. Skilled in collecting specimens, cleaning rooms and managing dietary needs. Excellent communication and organizational skills combined with dependable, forward-thinking approach.

Overview

17
years of professional experience

Work History

Conquest Healthcare

Director of Dietary Services
04.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
  • Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
  • Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.

Healthcare Services Group Inc. Tyler Texas

Dietary Manager
04.2017 - 04.2023

Job overview

  • Educated new employees on proper facility procedures and policies, following company policies
  • Completed multiple duties by handling DSSi transactions, maintaining cleanliness and displaying exceptional customer service
  • Coordinated food inventory and maintained costs within budget guidelines
  • Checked inventory levels and ensured compliance with standards and practices
  • Notified registered dietician of individuals identified as high-risk
  • Performed full nutritional assessments

Genesis HealthCare

CNA
02.2007 - 07.2019

Job overview

  • Attended to patients in 140-bed unit, continuously checking on needs and maintaining high standards of patient care
  • Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests
  • Cleaned and sterilized oxygen and dialysis equipment to reduce risk of patient infection and contamination
  • Prepared examination and patient rooms for all procedures, checking supply availability and laying out instruments
  • Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care
  • Used mobility devices and equipment to carefully and transport patients
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying

Genesis HealthCare

Staffing Coordinator
02.2012 - 03.2015

Job overview

  • Interpreted, explained and enforced human resources policies to keep staff in compliance with standards
  • Worked with HR management to devise and update policies based on changing industry and social trends
  • Created and modified job descriptions within all departments
  • Assisted in new hire process by calling and scheduling appointments with candidates, filling out required paperwork and preparing schedules
  • Interviewed, hired, and mentored over 50 new personnel and oversaw all staffing operations.

Genesis HealthCare

Medication Aide
05.2009 - 02.2012

Job overview

  • Organized and administered medications on clear schedules to help alleviate symptoms and optimize quality of life
  • Provided mental and emotional support to keep clients happy and healthy
  • Pleasantly greeted patients and families and displayed enthusiastic, compassionate attitude, effectively establishing long-term professional relationships
  • Engaged with patients through participation in daily activity, which helped boost mood and improv overall memory
  • Supported needs of 70 + residents under long-term care.

Education

Tyler Junior College
Tyler

GED
01.2005

University Overview

Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX

Some College (No Degree)

University Overview

  • Continuing education in Medication aide

Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX

Some College (No Degree) from Food Services Management

University Overview

Skills

  • Electronic charting
  • Compliance and regulations
  • Oral and written communications
  • Document management
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Decision making
  • Patient relations
  • Preparing meals
  • Catheter change and preparation
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Grooming and bathing assistance
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Special Events
  • Dietary Requirements
  • Portion Sizes
  • Food Safety and Sanitation
  • Special Diets
  • Meal Plan Development
  • Nutrition Education
  • Employee Coaching
  • Action Plan Development
  • Establishing Work Schedules
  • Catering Services
  • Supply Ordering and Management
  • Calm and Pleasant Demeanor
  • Labor and Overhead Cost Estimation
  • Managing Deliveries
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Counting Money
  • Hiring and Firing
  • Front of House Management
  • Inventory Management Software

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Received a job promotion within 6 months of employment as a result of outstanding work performance
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Timeline

Director of Dietary Services
Conquest Healthcare
04.2023 - Current
Dietary Manager
Healthcare Services Group Inc. Tyler Texas
04.2017 - 04.2023
Staffing Coordinator
Genesis HealthCare
02.2012 - 03.2015
Medication Aide
Genesis HealthCare
05.2009 - 02.2012
CNA
Genesis HealthCare
02.2007 - 07.2019
Tyler Junior College
GED
Tyler Junior College
Some College (No Degree)
Kilgore College
Some College (No Degree) from Food Services Management
Lakisha SimmonsDietary Manager