Lamijha Lanier-Black
Albany,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sub-TA
New Scotland Elementary School
Albany, NY
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
- Graded assignments, tests and papers according to teacher instructions.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions on various topics.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
- Monitored student progress by keeping detailed records of academic performance.
- Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Assisted with the development of Individual Education Plans.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians of students.
- Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the varying needs of individual students.
- Implemented strategies designed to help struggling learners understand difficult concepts.
- Utilized technology resources such as computers, tablets, projectors and interactive whiteboards.
Sub-TA
Arbor Hill Elementary School
Albany, New York
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
- Graded assignments, tests and papers according to teacher instructions.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions on various topics.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
- Monitored student progress by keeping detailed records of academic performance.
- Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Assisted with the development of Individual Education Plans.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians of students.
- Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the varying needs of individual students.
- Implemented strategies designed to help struggling learners understand difficult concepts.
PCA
Attentive Care
Albany, NY
01.2024 - Current
- Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
- Assisted clients with medication management by reminding them to take medications on time as prescribed by the doctor.
- Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
- Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.
- Collaborated with family members and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient's needs.
- Accompanied clients to doctor's appointments and outings when necessary.
- Educated families about proper nutrition for their loved ones in order to maintain good health.
- Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
- Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by the physician or dietitian.
- Transported clients from one location to another in an efficient manner.
- Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.
- Answered questions from family members regarding patient's condition or care plan.
- Gave reminders about hygiene practices like brushing teeth or combing hair.
- Administered medications orally or topically as directed by physician orders.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Sub-TA
Albany School of Humanities
Albany, New York
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
- Graded assignments, tests and papers according to teacher instructions.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions on various topics.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
- Monitored student progress by keeping detailed records of academic performance.
- Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Assisted with the development of Individual Education Plans.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians of students.
- Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the varying needs of individual students.
- Implemented strategies designed to help struggling learners understand difficult concepts.
HHA
Accu Care
Albany, NY
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship services to patients in their homes, including reading aloud, playing board games and engaging in conversation.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations as needed.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments according to physician instructions.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and preferences of the client.
- Organized client's personal items for easy access during daily activities.
- Observed changes in client's physical or mental condition and reported any changes immediately to supervisor or case manager.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls from clients for assistance or advice regarding health or safety issues.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to clients who were ill or had disabilities.
- Checked vital signs on a regular basis such as blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Answered questions from family members about the care being provided to the client.
- Gave assistance with ambulation using proper body mechanics techniques when necessary.
- Helped keep track of medical supplies used by the client throughout the day.
- Encouraged patients to maintain independence while helping them complete tasks they are unable to do alone.
CNA
St. Margaret’s Center
Albany, New York
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
CNA
Teresian House
Albany, NY
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Med Tech
Atria Delmar Place
Delmar, New York
10.2016 - 03.2018
- Performed urinalysis tests on patient samples for diagnosis and treatment of illnesses.
- Assisted physicians with medical procedures, such as injections and biopsies.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Prepared culture media to grow microorganisms in the lab for testing purposes.
- Labeled specimens accurately according to established protocols.
- Administered medications under physician direction following standard operating procedures.
- Implemented safety measures within the clinical environment per OSHA standards.
Resident Aide/ Med Tech
Loudonville Home For Adults
, NY
08.2011 - 05.2015
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
- Provided support to residents in the form of companionship, conversation, and emotional support.
- Monitored resident health status, including vital signs and changes in physical or mental condition.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations, providing appropriate medical attention when needed.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times while on duty.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding of residents as necessary.
- Transported residents to appointments or other destinations as required utilizing wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Maintained records of medication administration for each resident according to policy guidelines.
- Conducted regular room checks throughout shift to ensure cleanliness standards are met.
- Promptly answered call lights from residents seeking assistance or comfort needs.
- Reported any concerns about the wellbeing of a resident to the supervisor immediately.
- Encouraged independence through assisting rather than doing tasks for a resident whenever possible.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing linens and tidying up common areas.
- Attended staff meetings regularly to stay up-to-date on policies, procedures, and current events.
- Provided personal laundry services for those unable to do so independently.
- Assisted with end-of-life care by offering emotional support and comfort measures.
- Encouraged participation in group activities such as arts and crafts projects or music therapy sessions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Albany High School
Albany, NY06-2010
Skills
- Continuing education
- Diabetes management
- Oxygen therapy
- Range of motion exercises
- Vital signs monitoring
- End of life care
- Bed preparation
- ADL support
- Sterilization techniques
- Restocking supplies
- Infection prevention
- Healthy meal preparation
- Patient hygiene management
- Basic nursing care
- Hospice and palliative care
- Vitals documentation
- Infection control standards
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Qualified in patient transport
- Adaptable
- High level of autonomy
- Monitoring patient conditions
Timeline
PCA
Attentive Care
01.2024 - Current
Sub-TA
New Scotland Elementary School
10.2023 - Current
Sub-TA
Arbor Hill Elementary School
04.2022 - 06.2023
Sub-TA
Albany School of Humanities
10.2021 - 02.2022
HHA
Accu Care
01.2020 - 08.2020
CNA
St. Margaret’s Center
01.2020 - 03.2020
CNA
Teresian House
11.2019 - 02.2020
Med Tech
Atria Delmar Place
10.2016 - 03.2018
Resident Aide/ Med Tech
Loudonville Home For Adults
08.2011 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Albany High School