Lashondra Whitaker
Exton,PA
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Seeking a long term position where my advanced knowledge of Alzheimer's and Dementia can be utilized.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel CNA
ProLink Healthcare
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Exhibited strong organizational skills by efficiently managing workloads in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Promoted overall wellbeing by assisting patients with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and mobility support.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
CNA
Milestone Staffing (Enloe Medical Center(Pediatric unit)
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
CNA
Aya Healthcare
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
CNA
Aya Healthcare
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
CNA
Aya Healthcare
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Patients, Dressing, Lifting, Transportation, Meals, Foley catheter care
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
CNA
TBM Healthcare
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
CNA
MNA Healthcare
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
CNA
Intelycare
12.2018 - 10.2019
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
CNA
RTG Medical
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
CNA
Aureus Medical
11.2017 - 05.2018
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
A.A.S. Business Office Administration - Business Administration And Management
Northshore Technical Community College
Bogalusa, LA05.2020
CNA Certification -
Northshore Technical Community College
Bogalusa, LA01.2007
Skills
- CPR Certification/ First Aid
- Universal Precautions
- Documenting behaviors
- Vital signs monitoring
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Patient Observation
- Bathing Assistance
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Patient-focused care
- MS Office
- Scheduling
References
References are available upon request.
Timeline
Travel CNA
ProLink Healthcare
11.2022 - 01.2024
CNA
Milestone Staffing (Enloe Medical Center(Pediatric unit)
03.2021 - 10.2022
CNA
Aya Healthcare
02.2021 - 03.2021
CNA
Aya Healthcare
11.2020 - 01.2021
CNA
Aya Healthcare
06.2020 - 11.2020
CNA
TBM Healthcare
01.2020 - 06.2020
CNA
MNA Healthcare
11.2019 - 02.2020
CNA
Intelycare
12.2018 - 10.2019
CNA
RTG Medical
07.2018 - 12.2018
CNA
Aureus Medical
11.2017 - 05.2018
A.A.S. Business Office Administration - Business Administration And Management
Northshore Technical Community College
CNA Certification -
Northshore Technical Community College