Lucy Speet
Jacksonville,IL
Summary
Developed essential skills in healthcare environment, including patient care, communication, and teamwork. Seeking to transition into new field where these transferrable skills can be applied effectively. Aiming to leverage these abilities to contribute meaningfully in dynamic and supportive workplace.
Compassionate and dedicated with natural ability to connect with patients and provide quality care. Understands basic patient care principles and proficient in vital signs monitoring and assisting with daily living activities. Committed to making positive impact by ensuring patient comfort and well-being.
Interested in changing career paths while still maintaining the same characteristics i’ve learned from previous job experiences. Looking for new opportunities and willing to adjust to what is needed.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
The Grove Health and Rehab
Jacksonville, IL
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Assistant Manager
Jimmy John's
Jacksonville Il
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
Education
CNA Certification -
Lincoln Land Community College
Jacksonville, ILHigh School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Jacksonville, ILSkills
- Time management
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
- Emotional support
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Compassion and empathy
- Medical terminology
- Fast Learner
- Charting
- Dedicated
Timeline
CNA
The Grove Health and Rehab
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager
Jimmy John's
03.2023 - 08.2024
CNA Certification -
Lincoln Land Community College
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School