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Starnyisha Lyght

Madison Heights,MI

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Reliable employee seeking Nursing assistant position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries
04.2016 - Current
  • evaluated presenting with acute conditions such as asthma and other pre-existing conditions
  • cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
  • took and recorded clients temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
  • created system-wide communications about service excellence
  • treated clients with dual diagnosis of mental health and substance abuse
  • administered medication to clients ordered by physician
  • assisted physicians with physical examinations
  • conducted a weekly medical group once a week with male clients ranging from ages 21-78.
  • trained multiple staff on duties and procedures of the withdrawal management unit
  • ordered monthly supplies fro the facility
  • assisted with payroll duties of the building
  • changed bedding when necessary
  • answered multiple phone calls
  • corresponded with operations staff to ensure key client deliverables and revenue goals were met.
  • assisted with wound care
  • conducted injections and blood draws when necessary
  • conducted the staff scheduling process for withdrawal management, security and kitchen staff

Certified Nursing Assistant

Woodward Hills Nursing And Rehabilitation Facility
07.2019 - 11.2019
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • 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.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • changed bedding

Resident Assistant

ComForcare Home Care
02.2019 - 07.2019
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
  • Changed bed linens, dumped trash and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
  • Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions and hair care.
  • Responded to room transfers, incident reports and maintenance requests.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Attended, participated and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Provided emotional support and counseling to residents coping with loss and created and developed bereavement groups.

Medical Assistant

Entech Medical Staffing
02.2016 - 07.2016
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
  • Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
  • Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.

Medical Assistant

SSG Home Health Agency
08.2015 - 01.2016
  • Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
  • prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood safely store and transport samples
  • verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup
  • tracked and escalated compliance, care and quality issues
  • ran errands, including grocery shopping and picking up dry laundry
  • traveled with other health care providers to take notes and dictation at meetings
  • prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history
  • adhered to local, state and federal guidelines and accrediting agency regulations.

Resident Assistant

Brookdale Senior Living Facility
04.2015 - 07.2015
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
  • Changed bed linens, dumped trash and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
  • Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions and hair care.
  • Attended, participated and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
  • Responded to room transfers, incident reports and maintenance requests.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Encouraged community atmosphere by implementing educational and social programs.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Led by example through mature behavior consistent with university regulations and rules.
  • Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
  • Supported personal needs of residents dealing with diverse conditions.
  • Strategized to improve resident care and satisfaction and held weekly meetings with directors to advocate for resident needs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries
04.2010 - 02.2015
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • assisted physicians wit physicals
  • treated patients with dual diagnosis mental health and substance abuse
  • Administered medications to clients per doctors orders
  • conducted weekly medical groups for male ranging from ages 21-78
  • assisted with wound care
  • answered multiple phone calls
  • patient charting
  • changing bedding when necessary


Medical Assistant

S.A.Y Detroit Family Medical Clinic
10.2009 - 04.2010
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
  • Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
  • Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
  • Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
  • Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
  • Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.

Medical Assistant

Detroit Medical Group
06.2008 - 04.2009
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
  • Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
  • Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
  • Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
  • Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.

Education

Certification - Certifified Nursing Assistant- Certification

Abcott Institute
Southfield, MI
02.2019

Certification - Medical Assistant

Kaplan Career Institute
Detroit, MI
06.2008

High School Diploma -

Highland Park High School
Highland Park, MI
06.2007

Skills

  • Charting Expertise
  • General Housekeeping Abilities
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Medication Assistance
  • Supporting Personal Needs
  • EMR Systems
  • Grooming and Bathing Assistance
  • Feeding Assistance Expertise
  • Wound Care
  • Medications Familiarity
  • Medical Records Management
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
  • Efficient and Reliable Team Player
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Performing Patient Intakes
  • Trustworthy Companion
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Inpatient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Compassionate Caregiver
  • Admitting Support
  • Documenting Behaviors
  • Activity Planning
  • Activity Coordination
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Medical Office Administration
  • Health Insurance Verification
  • Monitoring Fluids
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Patient Safety Management
  • Medical Terminology Knowledge
  • Restock Shelves
  • Collecting Specimens
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Wheelchair Assistance
  • Blood Sugar Monitoring
  • Monitor Vitals
  • Transporting Patients
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Phlebotomy Training
  • Bed Making and Linen Changes

Certification

  • BLS Certified
  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • HIV Trained


Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Woodward Hills Nursing And Rehabilitation Facility
07.2019 - 11.2019

Resident Assistant

ComForcare Home Care
02.2019 - 07.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries
04.2016 - Current

Medical Assistant

Entech Medical Staffing
02.2016 - 07.2016

Medical Assistant

SSG Home Health Agency
08.2015 - 01.2016

Resident Assistant

Brookdale Senior Living Facility
04.2015 - 07.2015

Certified Nursing Assistant

Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries
04.2010 - 02.2015

Medical Assistant

S.A.Y Detroit Family Medical Clinic
10.2009 - 04.2010

Medical Assistant

Detroit Medical Group
06.2008 - 04.2009

Certification - Certifified Nursing Assistant- Certification

Abcott Institute

Certification - Medical Assistant

Kaplan Career Institute

High School Diploma -

Highland Park High School
  • BLS Certified
  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • HIV Trained


Starnyisha Lyght