Lynsee Wood
Cheneyville,LA
Summary
Experienced Healthcare team member proficient in specimen collection, mobility assistance and emergency situation management. Demonstrated strengths in building relationships, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively. Hardworking and dedicated with CNA certification.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Oak Haven Nursing Home
Center Point, LA
05.2023 - Current
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
CNA
Tioga Nursing Facility
Tioga, LA
11.2020 - 03.2023
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Front Desk Receptionist
Midstate Ortho
Alexandria, LA
10.2015 - 06.2016
- Answered incoming calls, redirected callers to the appropriate personnel or department and took messages as needed.
- Greeted customers warmly and made them feel welcome.
- Assisted with scheduling appointments for clients and visitors.
- Maintained an organized reception area and ensured that all guests were attended to promptly.
- Performed data entry into computer systems to maintain accurate records of customer information.
- Assisted with preparing reports, presentations and other documents as requested by management staff.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, balancing the register at the end of each shift.
- Generated monthly reports summarizing sales activities, customer feedback surveys and other relevant data.
- Updated customer information in databases regularly to ensure accuracy of records.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly to inquiries via phone or email in a professional manner.
- Resolved any customer complaints or issues in a timely fashion following established protocols.
PCT
Health South Rehab
Alexandria, LA
08.2011 - 09.2015
- Assisted preceptors in orienting new PCTs to the clinical setting and teaching them proper patient care procedures.
- Provided guidance to PCTs on how to accurately document patient information into the medical record system.
- Conducted performance evaluations of PCTs, providing constructive feedback and addressing areas of improvement.
- Mentored PCTs in developing professional relationships with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare personnel.
- Demonstrated effective communication strategies when interacting with patients, families, and staff members.
- Instructed PCTs on the importance of maintaining accurate records regarding medication administration, treatments, laboratory results.
Teacher's Assistant
Rosenthal Montessori Elementary
Alexandria, LA
10.2005 - 05.2011
- Provided individualized assistance to students with special needs in the classroom.
- Facilitated small group instruction and activities for students of varying abilities.
- Assisted teachers with creating and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.
- Supported teachers by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and organizing supplies.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior reports.
- Coordinated daily tasks between teachers and other staff members.
- Greeted parents at school events to provide information about curriculum and activities.
- Supervised students during lunchtime, field trips, assemblies, and other activities.
- Observed student performance in order to assess progress towards academic goals.
PCT
Fresenius Dialysis
Alexandria, LA
01.1999 - 11.2001
- Facilitated team-based learning activities for PCTs such as case studies, role-playing scenarios, and simulations.
- Mentored PCTs in developing professional relationships with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare personnel.
- Conducted performance evaluations of PCTs, providing constructive feedback and addressing areas of improvement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure delivery of quality care for patients.
- Observed interactions between preceptors and PCTs during rounds or bedside teaching sessions.
- Maintained detailed records of training activities and staff progress against targets.
- Committed passionately to student development through hands-on training.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bayou Chicot
Ville Platte, LA05-1998
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Care
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Toileting assistance
- Compassion and Empathy
- Feeding Assistance
- Compassionate communication
- Basic Life Support
- Transporting patients
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Patient-focused care
- Mobility Assistance
- Monitoring fluids
- Direct Patient Care
- Collecting specimens
- General housekeeping ability
- Wound care specialist
- HIPAA Compliance
- Catheter change and preparation
- Patient Assessments
- Valid La driver's license
- Compassionate
- Safety Precautions
- Inpatient Care
- Quick problem solver
- Collecting vital signs
- Calm and level-headed under duress
Certification
- AED/First Aid Certification #7ABD2E4
- CNA Certified 5-27-2022/5-27-24 License #327655
Timeline
CNA
Oak Haven Nursing Home
05.2023 - Current
CNA
Tioga Nursing Facility
11.2020 - 03.2023
Front Desk Receptionist
Midstate Ortho
10.2015 - 06.2016
PCT
Health South Rehab
08.2011 - 09.2015
Teacher's Assistant
Rosenthal Montessori Elementary
10.2005 - 05.2011
PCT
Fresenius Dialysis
01.1999 - 11.2001
High School Diploma -
Bayou Chicot
- AED/First Aid Certification #7ABD2E4
- CNA Certified 5-27-2022/5-27-24 License #327655
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