Nicole Lewis
Bellevue,NE
Summary
I have 20 yrs experience in long term, hospital setting, hospice, dementia and home health care. I am very passionate and caring when taking care of all patients. I have received a lot of compliments and awards for my level of care. I love what I do and will continue to do my absolute best for patients. I am reliable and prompt with arriving early and getting things ready for my shift.
I'm detail-oriented and successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients, and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant - PT (24hrs Per Week)
Ambassador Long Term Care and Rehab
04.2026 - 10.2026
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and daily personal care
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in resident condition for nursing team review.
- Supported care plans by responding promptly to call lights and resident requests.
- Repositioned residents and maintained skin integrity through consistent mobility assistance.
- Communicated observation updates to licensed nurses to support timely care decisions.
- Maintained cleanliness of rooms, equipment, and bedside areas to uphold safety standards.
- Guided newer nursing assistants on proper transfer techniques and resident support routines.
- Promoted resident comfort and dignity through compassionate, dependable bedside care.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Responded to call lights and provided timely support for resident comfort needs.
- Supported mobility with transfers, repositioning, and walking assistance throughout the day.
- Documented care tasks and resident observations in charting systems
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Increased patient engagement by organizing recreational and therapeutic activities.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
- Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests and medical procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Certified Nursing Assistant - FT (36hrs Per Week)
Glenhaven Village Rehab/Long Term
08.2025 - 10.2026
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Coordinated with external healthcare providers, ensuring comprehensive care by sharing patient information and updates.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Streamlined patient care procedures, improving efficiency and reducing wait times for treatments.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention, empowering individuals to take charge of their health.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Supported needs of 15+ residents under long-term care.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in resident condition for nursing team review.
- Supported care plans by responding promptly to call lights and resident requests.
- Repositioned residents and maintained skin integrity through consistent mobility assistance.
- Guided newer nursing assistants on proper transfer techniques and resident support routines.
- Promoted resident comfort and dignity through compassionate, dependable bedside care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Certified Nursing Assistant - FT (36hrs Per Week)
Nebraska Medical Center - Med Surg/Acute Care
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Delivered high-quality care to acute care patients in hospital facility.
- Communicated observation updates to licensed nurses to support timely care decisions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests and medical procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention, empowering individuals to take charge of their health.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Certified Nursing Assistant - FT (40hrs Per Week)
Nebraska Masonic Home - Alzheimer's/Long Term Care
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other daily living activities.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of 12+ residents under long-term care.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Increased patient engagement by organizing recreational and therapeutic activities.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in resident condition for nursing team review.
- Supported care plans by responding promptly to call lights and resident requests.
- Repositioned residents and maintained skin integrity through consistent mobility assistance.
- Guided newer nursing assistants on proper transfer techniques and resident support routines.
- Promoted resident comfort and dignity through compassionate, dependable bedside care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Communicated observation updates to licensed nurses to support timely care decisions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ashland-Greenwood High
Ashland, NE05-1998
Medication Aid - Nursing
Metropolitan Community College
Omaha, NE03-2020
Basic Life Support - Nursing
American Red Cross
Omaha, NE06-2026
No Degree - Nursing
Metropolitan Community College
Omaha, NE08-2024
No Degree - Nursing
College of Saint Mary
Omaha, NE08-2000
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Methodist
Omaha04-1999
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient mobility assistance
- Call light response
- Collecting vital signs
- Recording vital signs
- Electronic documentation
- Electronic charting
- Care documentation
- Patient-focused care
- Long-term care
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Geriatric care
- Vital signs collection
- Ambulation assistance
- Patient lifting
- Patient rapport
- Dressing assistance
- Safety measures
- Vital signs documentation
- Safety precautions
- Patient-centered care
- Transporting patients
- Behavioral documentation
- Colostomy care
- Blood glucose testing
- Specimen collection
- Condition monitoring
- Care plan implementation
- Restraint application
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Reliable team player
- Adaptable
- HIPAA compliance
- Colostomy care
- Specimen collection
- Blood glucose testing
- Supportive care
- Condition monitoring
- Care plan execution
- Restraint application
Accomplishments
- Girl Scout leader for 3 years
- Non-profit Organization treasurer
- Team Leader at UNMC
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate #43879 state of Nebraska, 1999
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant - PT (24hrs Per Week)
Ambassador Long Term Care and Rehab
04.2026 - 10.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant - FT (36hrs Per Week)
Glenhaven Village Rehab/Long Term
08.2025 - 10.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant - FT (36hrs Per Week)
Nebraska Medical Center - Med Surg/Acute Care
08.2022 - 08.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant - FT (40hrs Per Week)
Nebraska Masonic Home - Alzheimer's/Long Term Care
06.2020 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Ashland-Greenwood High
Medication Aid - Nursing
Metropolitan Community College
Basic Life Support - Nursing
American Red Cross
No Degree - Nursing
Metropolitan Community College
No Degree - Nursing
College of Saint Mary
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Methodist
Education and Training
other
Sunshine Awards
I've received seven Sunshine Awards from various patients and co-workers for my exceptional care and compassion and through my willingness to go above and beyond my job duties.