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Laura Axavier

Spokane

Summary

Compassionate healthcare professional with a focus on patient care, highly productive in fast-paced environments and proficient at completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant Student

Spokane Veterans Home ( New Chapters Clinicals)
Spokane
08.2025 - 08.2025
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
  • Documented patient progress and care activities in electronic health records.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care delivery.
  • Supported patients in mobility exercises and rehabilitation activities.
  • Engaged in continuous learning of nursing skills and best practices through training sessions.
  • Answered call lights promptly to ensure timely response to patient needs.
  • Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding, and assisting in feeding activities.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff.
  • Guided individuals to bathrooms and cared for incontinence needs.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Charted daily information such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages and daily inputs and outputs.
  • Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
  • Ambulated patients with appropriate assistive devices and in line with proper body mechanics.
  • Supported resident interests and welfare by encouraging participation in events geared toward appropriate physical activity and social interactions.
  • Recorded food and liquid intake and output levels.
  • Took part in educational programs designed for CNA students.
  • Responded promptly to patient call lights to determine needs.
  • Helped maintain a positive atmosphere in the healthcare setting.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchairs or stretchers.
  • Adhered strictly to safety regulations set forth by the state board of nursing.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients by following infection control protocols.
  • Participated in CNA clinical rotations at various healthcare facilities.
  • Provided direct patient care in accordance with established standards and practices.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.

Food Service Worker

Deaconess Hospital
Spokane
06.2023 - 07.2025
  • Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines and patient needs.
  • Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas following health regulations.
  • Assisted in inventory management, ensuring supplies were stocked and organized.
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  • Collaborated with dietary staff to address special requests from patients.
  • Trained new staff on proper food handling and safety procedures.
  • Monitored food temperatures to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
  • Operated cash register to process cash, check, and credit card transactions.
  • Performed variety of duties related to food service.
  • Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
  • Followed staff performance and service standards to deliver consistent and positive customer experiences.
  • Maintained professional demeanor during interactions with customers and co-workers.
  • Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
  • Assisted in the preparation of food items according to recipes and instructions.
  • Prevented spoilage and cross-contamination by storing food in designated containers and storage areas.
  • Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Assisted with unloading deliveries from suppliers into storage areas.
  • Utilized point-of-sale systems for taking orders from customers.
  • Maintained accurate records of sales transactions for end-of-day reports.
  • Rotated inventory to reduce waste and optimize freshness.
  • Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
  • Explained food preparation methods and ingredients to enable patrons with food allergies to make educated decisions.

Prep Cook

Wild Sage American Bistro
Spokane
07.2021 - 09.2022
  • Assisted chefs with food preparation, ensuring quality and consistency.
  • Prepared ingredients for dishes in a fast-paced culinary environment.
  • Followed recipes accurately to create menu items for service.
  • Managed inventory by checking stock levels and reporting shortages.
  • Adhered to food safety standards and health regulations consistently.
  • Operated kitchen tools, including knives, mixers, and ovens safely.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
  • Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
  • Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Helped train and develop new talent.
  • Maintained records of daily food usage in accordance with health regulations.
  • Monitored inventory levels of all kitchen items and placed orders when needed.
  • Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
  • Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
  • Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
  • Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.

Exhibition Chef

Guckenheimer Corporate Dining
Seattle
07.2017 - 05.2021
  • Prepared diverse menu items using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
  • Managed kitchen operations to ensure smooth service during peak hours.
  • Implemented food safety protocols to ensure compliance with health regulations.
  • Collaborated with management to design weekly menus reflecting customer preferences.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and kitchen equipment usage.
  • Organized inventory and ordered supplies to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Conducted regular kitchen inspections to uphold cleanliness and organization standards.
  • Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
  • Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
  • Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
  • Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
  • Developed creative ideas for special events or promotions involving food preparation or presentation.
  • Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
  • Adjusted seasonings of dishes according to customers' tastes.
  • Supervised specialty dish preparation to satisfy customer requests and cater to various dietary needs.

Education

Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant

New Chapters
Spokane, WA
08-2025

Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts

Le Cordon Bleu
Seattle, WA

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Time management
  • Staff training and development
  • Effective communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Food safety
  • Patient care
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Special dietary needs
  • Problem-solving
  • Positive attitude and energy
  • Patient relations
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Working with diverse people
  • Team oriented
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Infection control protocols
  • Dietary management
  • Security compliance
  • Basic life support
  • Feeding assistance
  • Activities of daily living support
  • Compassionate care
  • Dressing assistance
  • Bathing assistance
  • Resident support
  • Transfer techniques
  • Ambulatory assistance
  • Nursing support
  • Patient safety
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Adaptable to change
  • Patient care excellence
  • Personal care assistance
  • Mental health support
  • Patient positioning
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Analytical thinking
  • Self motivation

Certification

  • BLS
  • Dementia & Mental Health Certification
  • Nurse delegation/ Diabetes
  • First Aid/ CPR/ AED
  • HIV/ AIDS Certification
  • NAR (PENDING)
  • NAC (PENDING)
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Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant Student

Spokane Veterans Home ( New Chapters Clinicals)
08.2025 - 08.2025

Food Service Worker

Deaconess Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2025

Prep Cook

Wild Sage American Bistro
07.2021 - 09.2022

Exhibition Chef

Guckenheimer Corporate Dining
07.2017 - 05.2021

Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant

New Chapters

Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts

Le Cordon Bleu

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