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Shandrell Lane

Gretna,LA

Summary

Compassionate CNA with extensive experience at Sunrise Senior Living Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance resident well-being through effective communication and teamwork. Recognized for delivering exceptional care and maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety, ensuring dignity and comfort for all patients.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Sunrise Senior Living Center
3732 West Esplanade Metairie, LA 70002
07.2010 - 01.2026
  • Administered daily personal care and assistance to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Monitored vital signs and communicated changes in resident conditions to nursing staff promptly.
  • Assisted in mobility exercises and rehabilitation activities, promoting resident independence and well-being.
  • Maintained cleanliness of living spaces, adhering to infection control protocols for resident safety.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and facility procedures, enhancing team performance.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • 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.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.

CNA

Volunteers of America New Orleans
3801 Canal Street New Orleans, LA
09.2015 - 02.2020

Delivered compassionate assistance to enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and elderly clients. Preformed daily activities for independent living skills. Administered meds and vitals.

PCA

Oschner Hospital
1514 Jefferson Highway, Jefferson LA 70121
12.1999 - 05.2001

CNA for the Heart Transplant Unit. Preparing patients for surgery by shaving, vitals, inserting foley catheters and compression garments.

Education

No Degree - CNA

Nick Randazzo VTI
Gretna, LA

High School Diploma - General Studies

LB Landry
New Orleans, LA
05.1991

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Wound care
  • Medication administration
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Conflict resolution
  • Patient advocacy
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Infection control practices
  • Toileting assistance
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Reliable team player
  • Recording vital signs
  • Safety precautions

Certification

First Aid and CPR adult and child

Timeline

CNA

Volunteers of America New Orleans
09.2015 - 02.2020

CNA

Sunrise Senior Living Center
07.2010 - 01.2026

PCA

Oschner Hospital
12.1999 - 05.2001

No Degree - CNA

Nick Randazzo VTI

High School Diploma - General Studies

LB Landry