Laura Rainsberry
Redding,CA
Summary
Join a team dedicated to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. With several years of experience in supervision, training, empowerment, and counseling, I have developed a proven ability to effectively communicate with a diverse population. Key qualities include a positive attitude, highly organized skills, and the ability to take initiative.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Aide
Dignity Health, Mercy Medical Center Redding
06.2018 - Current
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support.
- Assisted up to 30 patients with activities of daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Established trusting relationships with patients through consistent reliability and genuine empathy towards their unique situations.
- Supported patients mental well-being by engaging in meaningful conversations and offering emotional support.
Patient Assistant
Dignity Health, Mercy Medical Center
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Engaged with patient in total healing; physical, mental, and spiritual
- Constant over sight of patient to ensure no harm came to one self or others
- Assist Registered Nurse in care for patients
- Reduced risk of infection transmission by adhering to strict sanitation protocols during room cleaning and linen changes.
- Maintained accurate patient records by diligently updating medical charts and documenting vital signs.
- Expedited response times during emergencies, alerting appropriate personnel immediately upon identification of critical situations.
- Enhanced communication between healthcare team members by promptly relaying important patient information.
Private Nanny
Private Caregiver
09.2016 - 02.2019
- Oversaw care for medically fragile toddler
- Encouraged healthy moral character for a 4yr, 8yr, 14yr, & 18yr
- Provided transportation and supervision to sports events, medical appointments and educational outings
- Developed learning opportunities specific to child’s mental and emotional development
- Supervised and taught children in age appropriate activities
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child's progress and needs.
Community Service Specialist
Compass LLC
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Encouraged healthy living choices with food, relationships, mental health and spiritual health
- Provided transportation to work programs, all appointments and community outings
- Promoted advocacy for client rights
Administrative Assistant
Compass LLC
12.2014 - 08.2015
- Established a relationship of honor and community with stakeholders while connecting them to the appropriate party
- Encouraged a safe atmosphere of trust and freedom for clients
- Sustained a high level of alertness in the midst of several tasks
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
Billing Assistant
Discovery Cove Wellness Center
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Obtained mental health chart notes from providers in a timely manner; processed notes and report to insurance companies
- Secured Explanation of Benefits from insurance companies, expedited payments to correct client account, Prepared space for multiple events, readily available to help guests Jan 2014, -‐Jan 2017
- Insured attention to details at the venue and during the event
- Maintained proper code in commercial kitchen, while serving guests with desired beverages and food
Stirring Kids Intern
The Stirring
01.2015 - 10.2016
- Provided a safe and welcoming environment for families and children
- Communicated with team members, families and Stirring Kids Mentor
Craft and Fair, Bazaar Coordinator
Simpson University
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Created plans and organizational structure for future events
- Communicated with 50 vendors and University staff
Missions Team Leader
Simpson University
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Maintained weekly updates and a detailed financial record for two teams of six
- Concluded the mission trip with multiple debriefing sessions while in host country and the U.S
Private Nanny
- Actively supervised and engaged the child in age appropriate activities Feb 2012‐Aug 2013
- Fostered learning opportunities specific to the child’s mental and emotional development
Residential Counselor
Remi Vista, Inc, RC
05.2010 - 02.2012
- Maintained active supervision for up to 6 clients with developmental disabilities and/or adolescents at risk
- Preserved a consistent professional relationship with various clients and co‐workers
- Supported and encouraged clients to make progress in improving cognitive development
- Led staff development training and implemented state development guidelines in the facilities
Resident Assistant
Simpson University
03.2009 - 05.2010
Assistant Resident Assistant
ARA
09.2007 - 05.2008
- Provided constant guidance for 25+ female students by building relationships and fostering holistic development
- Implemented floor, dorm and campus wide functions while with in a budget
- Generated weekly and monthly forums with the leadership team
Event Staff
Sugar Pine Christian
04.2008 - 01.2009
- Configured team development challenges for campers and daily physical fitness routines for staff
- Recognized and responded to emergencies
- Volunteer
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Simpson University
Redding, CA05.2010
Skills
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Documentation proficiency
- Healthcare Software Familiarity
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking and Organization
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CHHA - Certified Home Health Aide
- CPR & AED- Adult & Child Cerertified
Timeline
Unit Aide
Dignity Health, Mercy Medical Center Redding
06.2018 - Current
Patient Assistant
Dignity Health, Mercy Medical Center
01.2017 - 06.2018
Private Nanny
Private Caregiver
09.2016 - 02.2019
Community Service Specialist
Compass LLC
08.2015 - 06.2017
Billing Assistant
Discovery Cove Wellness Center
08.2015 - 08.2016
Stirring Kids Intern
The Stirring
01.2015 - 10.2016
Administrative Assistant
Compass LLC
12.2014 - 08.2015
Craft and Fair, Bazaar Coordinator
Simpson University
01.2014 - 12.2015
Residential Counselor
Remi Vista, Inc, RC
05.2010 - 02.2012
Resident Assistant
Simpson University
03.2009 - 05.2010
Event Staff
Sugar Pine Christian
04.2008 - 01.2009
Missions Team Leader
Simpson University
01.2008 - 01.2009
Assistant Resident Assistant
ARA
09.2007 - 05.2008
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CHHA - Certified Home Health Aide
- CPR & AED- Adult & Child Cerertified
Private Nanny
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Simpson University
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