Lindia Barfield
Chicago,IL
Summary
Compassionate and reliable professional with a strong background in healthcare and education. Known for excellent communication and teamwork skills, driving positive outcomes in student attendance and patient care.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truancy Officer
Prudential Defense Solutions
Chicago, IL
03.2023 - Current
- Engaged with families to address barriers affecting student attendance, fostering supportive relationships.
- Conducted investigations into student attendance issues, ensuring compliance with local education policies.
- Served as a liaison between schools, parents, and law enforcement agencies to address truancy issues collaboratively.
- Collaborated with school administrators to develop intervention strategies for improving student attendance rates.
Patient Care Technician
Rush Hospital Medical Center
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Assisted in monitoring vital signs and reporting changes to nursing staff.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation of patient information.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care Providing Patient Care. One of the primary responsibilities of a pct is providing direct care to patients. ...
- Assisting With Clinical Procedures.
- Documenting Patient Care.
- Maintaining a Safe and Clean Environment.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
CNA
Regency Hospital Company LLC
East Chicago, IN
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures and documentation for patient records.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Trained and mentored nursing staff to enhance patient care quality and team performance.
- Supervised daily operations ensuring compliance with care standards and protocols.
ER Technician
South Suburban Hospital
Hazel Crest, IL
02.2019 - 10.2021
- The Emergency Trauma Techs perform basic patient care skills, follow infection control practices, assist in set up of equipment for procedures, provide direct patient care in trauma/ emergency situations, and have knowledge and direct experience with orthopedic injuries and splint placement
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Administered emergency medical care and stabilization to patients in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely patient assessments and interventions.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Assisted in the preparation and maintenance of surgical instruments and sterile environments.
- Supported physicians during emergent procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and safety at all times.
- Applied critical thinking skills in various situations such as prioritizing tasks based on severity level or recognizing potential life-threatening conditions.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
CNA, Float Pool
Norwegian American Hospital
Chicago, IL
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Assisted in mobility and rehabilitation exercises, promoting patient independence and recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Improved patient safety by performing regular room checks to ensure a clean, hazard-free environment was maintained at all times.
- Assisted nurses during medical emergencies by providing prompt response time and following established guidelines for patient care procedures.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Illinois School of Health Careers
Chicago, IL10-2006
High School Diploma - General Studies
LIVING FREE CENTER
Chicago, IL05-2004
No Degree - NURSING
Harold Washington College
Chicago, IL10-2002
Skills
- Patience and tolerance
- Professionalism and ethics
- De-escalation techniques
- Strong organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Data entry
- Telephone etiquette
- Customer service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Punctual and reliable
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Customer complaint resolution
- Administrative support
- Patient transport
- IV insertion
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Orthopedic splinting
- Measuring and monitoring vitals
- Basic patient care
- Phlebotomy procedures
- Medical terminology
- CPR
- Wound care
- Phlebotomy
- 12-lead EKG monitoring
- Patient registration
- Advanced life support
- Diabetic care
- Venipuncture
- Admissions and discharge processes
- ER support
- Patient care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- MEDITECH EHR software
- Infection control
- Time management
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- End-of-life care
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Electronic charting
- Patient relationship building
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Timeline
Truancy Officer
Prudential Defense Solutions
03.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Rush Hospital Medical Center
01.2022 - 11.2024
CNA
Regency Hospital Company LLC
01.2022 - 04.2023
ER Technician
South Suburban Hospital
02.2019 - 10.2021
CNA, Float Pool
Norwegian American Hospital
01.2017 - 03.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Illinois School of Health Careers
High School Diploma - General Studies
LIVING FREE CENTER
No Degree - NURSING
Harold Washington College