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Lesley Young

Rougemont,NC

Summary

Detail-oriented and dedicated professional known for strong work ethic and exceptional customer service skills. Highly organized, proactive, and punctual team player with a talent for multitasking. Eager to learn and contribute to team success in diverse work environments. Motivated to apply organizational skills and time management expertise.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Grants Administrator

Duke University
10.2022 - Current
  • Examined awards for alignment with need and suitability of terms and conditions.
  • Coordinated proposal submissions by meeting with team to discuss proposed resources, draft administrative components, review budget and drive deadline achievement.
  • Increased accuracy in financial reporting by monitoring grant expenditures and ensuring compliance with funder guidelines.
  • Managed multiple concurrent deadlines while remaining detail-oriented when submitting progress and financial reports to funders.
  • Strengthened collaboration among departments by facilitating regular meetings to discuss grant requirements and project goals.
  • Oversaw editing process completion and applied updates for error-free submissions.
  • Streamlined the grant application process by developing and implementing efficient workflow systems.

CNA

Croasdaile Village Retirement Community
12.2012 - Current
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
  • Took patients vitals, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented vital signs and weight of patients.
  • Cultivated relationships with residents to support happiness and emotional well-being.

Staff Specialist

Duke University
06.2018 - 09.2022
  • Offered every client knowledgeable and supportive assistance to meet all needs and build loyalty.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
  • Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
  • Listened and responded to customer requests and forwarded necessary information to superiors.

CNA

The Forest at Duke Retirement Community
02.2004 - 06.2006
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Took patients vitals, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented vital signs and weight of patients.
  • Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.

Security Officer

Duke University Police Department
05.1998 - 12.1999
  • Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
  • Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings, patrolling property and monitoring surveillance cameras.
  • Responded to alarms and disturbances to maintain safety.
  • Acted as first-responder for medical emergencies, incoming calls and code red situations prior to arrival of paramedics and law enforcement.

Education

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
12.2014

CNA Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant

Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NC
12.2003

High School Diploma -

Riverside High School
Durham, NC
06.1996

Skills

  • Working collaboratively
  • Organizational skills
  • Planning
  • Decision-making
  • Team Building
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Self-Motivated
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Attention to Detail
  • Flexible and Adaptable

Certification

  • Research Administration Academy (RAA) Program, Duke University - 2024
  • Dementia Training; various certificates through CARES HealthCare Interactive - 2024


Timeline

Grants Administrator

Duke University
10.2022 - Current

Staff Specialist

Duke University
06.2018 - 09.2022

CNA

Croasdaile Village Retirement Community
12.2012 - Current

CNA

The Forest at Duke Retirement Community
02.2004 - 06.2006

Security Officer

Duke University Police Department
05.1998 - 12.1999

CNA Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant

Durham Technical Community College

High School Diploma -

Riverside High School

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

Colorado Technical University

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