Lyric Ellis
Calumet Park,IL
Summary
Dedicated CNA with extensive experience in long-term care and pediatrics, notably with Oak Trace and Advocate. Excelled in vital signs monitoring and providing compassionate patient care, enhancing patient satisfaction and independence. Demonstrated proficiency in time management and empathy, achieving significant improvements in patient well-being and safety.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA Long Term Care
Oak Trace
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
CNA
Advocate
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Pediatrics
- Assisted patient 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.
Home Health Caregiver
Home Health
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Worked with a family for almost 2years and helped with their special needs child.
- Helped with transportation to and from school and helped after school with many other things from 9am - 5pm.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families through open communication channels and empathetic listening skills.
- Supported emotional well-being through companionship services such as reading aloud or playing games together during downtime periods.
Skills
- Patients
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Basic life support
Timeline
CNA Long Term Care
Oak Trace
02.2024 - 12.2024
CNA
Advocate
12.2022 - 10.2023
Home Health Caregiver
Home Health
03.2020 - 09.2022