Lewisa Hensley
Richmond ,KY
Summary
Compassionate CNA student skilled in vital signs monitoring, patient safety, and empathetic care. Committed to enhancing patient comfort while ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA Student
Hazard Community Technical College
Jackson KY
01.2026 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Provided emotional support to patients, enhancing their overall well-being.
- Participated in training sessions, improving personal caregiving skills.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, reducing the risk of infection and falls.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and empathetic care.
- Developed strong communication skills through active listening and effective verbal interactions with patients and colleagues.
- Delivered high-quality personal care services within the scope of practice as a CNA student, ensuring patient satisfaction.
- Enhanced teamwork abilities by collaborating closely with other CNAs, nurses, and healthcare providers to achieve common goals.
Ready to Work Student
Ready to Work, KCTCS
Jackson Kentucky
01.2026 - Current
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities, ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks.
- Engaged in training sessions, gaining knowledge on best practices within the organization.
- Enhanced cleanliness by performing regular sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming tasks.
- Improved overall appearance of the facility with thorough dusting and polishing procedures.
- Maintained a healthy environment by disinfecting surfaces and removing trash daily.
- Promoted safety by promptly addressing spills and other potential hazards.
- Collaborated effectively with staff to accommodate special event setups and teardowns, ensuring a seamless experience for guests.
- Reduced complaints by proactively addressing concerns related to cleanliness or maintenance needs from staff and visitors alike.
- Managed time efficiently while adhering to a strict schedule of daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks to keep facilities looking their best at all times.
- Increased customer satisfaction by consistently maintaining restrooms in pristine condition.
- Provided exceptional customer service to all facility visitors by promptly addressing their needs or directing them to the appropriate staff member for assistance.
- Complied with all applicable regulations regarding sanitation practices, which contributed to passing routine health inspections.
- Reduced downtime in common areas by efficiently coordinating cleaning during low-traffic hours.
- Improved restroom sanitation, receiving positive feedback from building occupants.
Volunteer
Beverly Smith
Jackson Kentucky
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted in organizing community outreach events to enhance local engagement.
- Supported fundraising initiatives through coordination of donor communications and event logistics.
- Collaborated with team members to develop promotional materials for volunteer recruitment.
- Engaged with community members to gather feedback and improve program effectiveness.
- Maintained accurate records of volunteer hours and contributions for accountability purposes.
- Contributed ideas for new programs aimed at addressing local needs and interests.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
Cook
Applebee's
Jackson Kentucky
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
- Assembled, stored and disposed of food using proper food handling, labeling and safety techniques.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following food safety guidelines and proper equipment usage.
- Excelled under pressure during peak service hours, maintaining accuracy and speed throughout meal rushes.
- Collaborated with other cooks for seamless teamwork, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Coordinated food preparation and timed completion to allow prompt serving of tasty, plentiful and nutritious food at correct temperature to valued customers.
- Upheld high standards of food quality by regularly inspecting ingredients for freshness and discarding any subpar items.
- Enhanced food quality by adhering to proper preparation techniques and maintaining a clean work area.
CNA
Signature Nursing Home
Georgetown KY
08.2009 - 03.2010
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and well-being.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting independence among residents.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient care areas, supporting hygiene standards.
- Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Trained new staff on best practices in resident care and safety protocols.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Education
Associate of Science -
Hazard Community Technical College
Jackson, Kentucky 06-2029
GED -
Skills U
Jackson KY05-2021
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Adaptable to change
- Patient safety
- Healthcare ethics
- Medical terminology
- Professional bedside manner
- Transfer techniques
- Personal care assistance
- Range of motion exercises
- Infection control procedures
- Activities of daily living ADL support
- Vital signs
- Attention to detail
- Empathy and compassionate care
- Catheter care
- Recording vital signs
- Certified nursing assistant
- CPR certification
- Patient relationship building
- Meal preparation
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
Certification
I am still in the process of completing my CNA certification I should have my CNA certification by the end of May 2026
Timeline
CNA Student
Hazard Community Technical College
01.2026 - Current
Ready to Work Student
Ready to Work, KCTCS
01.2026 - Current
Volunteer
Beverly Smith
01.2026 - Current
Cook
Applebee's
01.2024 - 08.2024
CNA
Signature Nursing Home
08.2009 - 03.2010
Associate of Science -
Hazard Community Technical College
GED -
Skills U