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Lorena H. Costello

McHenry,IL

Summary

Certified nurse's Assistant seeking an assistant position at local hospital, nursing home, dental office or medical office specializing in patient care.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Clarendale of Algonquin
Algonquin, Illinois
12.2020 - 09.2026
  • Helped with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, feeding, and ambulation.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral care to support comfort and daily hygiene.
  • Responded promptly to sudden illness or injury and provided immediate support during emergencies.
  • Recorded patient condition, progress, and concerns accurately for medical staff review.

Service Clerk

Dunkin' Donuts
McHenry, Illinois
02.2019 - 12.2020
  • Service Clerk includes customer service, making coffee, decorating cones, Cleaned service area to maintain hygiene standards., cashier. Drive up service also includes taking and expediting takeout orders.
  • Maintained the cleanliness and organization of the service area.

CNA

Eastgate Manor
Algonquin, IL
08.2016 - 01.2019
  • CNA: ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) included appointments, checking vitals, making beds, reporting to nurses updates and/or any changes. Issued medical reminders and administered medication with nurse's supervision. Also assisted with personal care of co-residents, bathing, grooming etc.

CNA

Heritage Woods
McHenry, IL
08.2016 - 08.2018
  • CNA: ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) required taking and recording vital signs, reading and reporting oxygen levels, assistance with personal care and grooming of co-residents including bathing, dressing, and bringing meals to co-residents.

Internship

Hearthstone Nursing Clinic
Woodstock, IL
10.2015 - 12.2015
  • Administered daily patient care, ensuring comfort and well-being. Provided care-giving services, including assisting patients with mobility, personal hygiene, and nutrition during meal times. Assisted in taking vital signs and documented patient progress in charts.

Education

GED -

McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL
01-2016

Certification for Course Nursing Assistant -

IDPH
Crystal Lake, IL
01-2016

Basic Nurse's Assistant -

McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL
12-2015

Skills

  • Bilingual communication in English and Spanish
  • Basic care skills: feeding, cleaning, vital signs
  • Prompt patient assistance
  • Proficient in safety protocols
  • Customer service proficiency
  • Conflict management techniques

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Clarendale of Algonquin
12.2020 - 09.2026

Service Clerk

Dunkin' Donuts
02.2019 - 12.2020

CNA

Eastgate Manor
08.2016 - 01.2019

CNA

Heritage Woods
08.2016 - 08.2018

Internship

Hearthstone Nursing Clinic
10.2015 - 12.2015

GED -

McHenry County College

Certification for Course Nursing Assistant -

IDPH

Basic Nurse's Assistant -

McHenry County College
Lorena H. Costello