Shannon Lynford
Woodstock,IL
Summary
Hello my name is Shannon and thank you for taking the time to read through my resume! I love working with people and changing lives. I like to make my residents and patients feel as if they are at a home like environment even if they are not long term. I feel as if nothing is more rewarding then making someone smile during a hard and difficult time in their life!
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crystal Pines Rehab
Crystal Lake, Illinois
03.2021 - Current
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Patient Care Technician
Northwestern Hospital
Huntley, Illinois
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Explained treatment procedures to patients and their families.
- Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care services.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
Education
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL03-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing Assistant
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL04-2017
Skills
- Infection control procedures
- Care plan implementation
- Electronic Charting
- Quality Assurance
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient-focused care
- Transporting patients
- Patient Lifting
- Condition Monitoring
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Indirect Patient Care
- Patient Relations
- Collecting specimens
- Monitoring fluids
- DBMS
- Documentation expert
- Performing patient intakes
- Understands medical procedures
- Geriatric Care
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crystal Pines Rehab
03.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Northwestern Hospital
02.2020 - 03.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing Assistant
McHenry County College
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
McHenry County College