Lessie Stephenson
Pine Crest Health Care Nursing Home
Chicago,IL
2022
years of professional experience
Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Aperion Care International, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate support and effective communication. Recognized for implementing infection control procedures and optimizing staffing schedules, ensuring high-quality care and operational efficiency.
Work History
CNA
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained hygiene standards by implementing infection control protocols.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records system.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Staffing Coordinator
- Coordinated staffing schedules to ensure optimal coverage and meet operational needs.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by screening resumes and scheduling interviews with candidates.
- Maintained accurate employee records in HRIS to support compliance and reporting requirements.
- Collaborated with department managers to identify staffing needs and develop effective solutions.
- Verified payroll, vacation and sick time hours to support accounting processes.
- Collaborated with manager to determine department's short and long-term hiring needs.
- Utilized online applicant tracking system to screen resumes for all job openings.
- Enhanced team productivity by developing and implementing efficient staffing schedules.
CNA
21 Years 7 Months- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Trained new staff on patient handling techniques and safety procedures.
- Advocated for patient needs, enhancing overall quality of care provided.
- Streamlined communication between caregivers and families, fostering support networks.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
CNA/ Staffing Coordinator
4 Years 4 Months- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident rooms and common areas.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement personalized care plans.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
Phlebotomy
Certified Nursing Assistant
Skills
Time management
Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Compassion and empathy
Multitasking and organization
Critical thinking
Reliable team player
Infection control procedures
Timeline
CNA/ Staffing Coordinator
Clarendale of Mokena
04.2016 - 08.2020Read More
CNA
Pine Crest Health Care Nursing Home
02.2000 - 09.2021Read More
CNA
Aperion Care International
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Staffing Coordinator
Aperion Care
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Elim Out Reach Training Center
Phlebotomy
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Olive Harvey College
Certified Nursing Assistant
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