Lanija Harris-Dirr

• Provide daily assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting while preserving patient dignity and privacy.
• Support patient transfers and repositioning to promote mobility, comfort, and pressure relief.
• Maintain accurate charting of care provided, observations, and patient responses throughout the shift.
• Monitor patient comfort needs and respond to call lights with calm, timely bedside support.
• Provide patient-centered care as a current agency Travel CNA, adapting to diverse healthcare settings and patient needs.

Clinical Experience: 473 Hours

• Completed clinical rotations in Medical-Surgical Nursing, Labor & Delivery, NICU, Pediatrics, Mental Health, Long-Term Care, and Nursing Leadership.
• Performed comprehensive head-to-toe assessments, monitored vital signs, administered medications under supervision, and provided patient education.
• Assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs), tracheostomy care, close patient observation, and swallow studies while prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
• Developed skills in delegation, interdisciplinary collaboration, clinical judgment, and patient-centered care across diverse healthcare settings.
  
  Capstone Experience
  
  Sapphire at the Butte | Leadership Capstone
• Participated in leadership meetings and interdisciplinary discussions to support effective communication and coordination of patient care.
• Completed clinical documentation, care-related paperwork, and resident assessments while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assisted with patient assessments, identifying care needs and communicating findings to the healthcare team.
• Applied delegation, prioritization, and leadership principles to promote safe, patient-centered care.
  
  

• Operated a client-focused esthetics business, delivering personalized skincare services while maintaining high standards of sanitation and safety.
• Managed client scheduling, customer service, and daily business operations.
• Developed strong communication, attention to detail, and relationship-building skills while creating a welcoming client experience.
  

• Provided compassionate, patient-centered care in hospital and healthcare settings.
• Documented vital signs, intake and output, and patient condition changes with accurate charting using Epic.
• Collaborated with nurses and interdisciplinary teams to support patient safety and quality care.
• Maintained patient dignity, comfort, and infection prevention standards throughout care delivery.
• Applied BLS training and nursing assistant coursework to reinforce safe, reliable bedside support.

• Monitored vital signs and reported changes promptly to nursing staff during routine patient care.
• Assisted patients with transfers, repositioning, and walking support to maintain safe mobility.
• Provided feeding support and assisted with meals according to patient needs and care plans.
• Maintained patient comfort by responding to call lights, repositioning beds, and offering basic support.

• Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting while preserving dignity and privacy.
• Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to the care team promptly.
• Provided safe transfer support and assisted with repositioning to reduce fall risk and discomfort.
• Prepared meals and provided feeding assistance according to patient needs and care instructions.
• Maintained clean, organized care areas and followed infection prevention practices throughout visits.
• Tracked medication schedules and provided support with routine medication administration as directed.

• Assisted with bathing, dressing, and other activities of daily living to maintain dignity and daily routine.
• Documented care notes and medication management details in daily charting for consistent follow-up.
• Managed bowel, bladder, and catheter care while completing safe manual transfers as needed.
• Prepared meals and handled housekeeping to keep the home clean, organized, and well supplied.
• Monitored patient comfort and safety throughout shifts, responding promptly to changing care needs.

• Administered medication accurately using MARs and related software programs.
• Provided direct support to diverse communities with respectful, dependable daily care.
• Supported hospice patients and families with compassionate end-of-life care and comfort-focused assistance.

• Delivered trauma-informed support to participants while adapting communication to individual needs and circumstances.
• Answered multi-line telephones and greeted visitors, directing them appropriately and maintaining a calm front desk presence.
• Logged client information and incident details accurately to support charting & documentation during each shift.
• Maintained a safe, healthy shelter environment by monitoring conditions and addressing concerns promptly.
• Documented incidents during each shift and supported consistent handoff communication across the team.

• Facilitated Black across Portland and surrounding areas through ongoing support and community engagement.
• Built partnerships with surrounding organizations to strengthen community connections and expand local support.
• Canvassed neighborhoods and local businesses to promote outreach efforts and community participation.
• Helped teens build organizing skills and take a stronger role in their community.
• Organized events and community gatherings to bring residents together and support local involvement.