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Sydney Hickman

Lawrence,KS

Summary

State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing with entry level experience. 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.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

LMH Volunteer

Lawrence Memorial Hospital
04.2023 - Current


  • Provided support and companionship to patients in need of assistance.
  • Reported patient requests, concerns, and other observations to staff.
  • Complied with HIPAA standards to confidentially maintain patient medical information.
  • Restocked medical supplies and consumables to prepare procedure rooms.
  • Transported patients and helped with discharge procedures.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Professional Dog Bather

Earthwise Pet
09.2021 - Current
  • Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
  • Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
  • Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
  • Assisted with development of animal behavior modification plans.
  • Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.

CNA Student

Delmar Gardens
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Cared with empathy and compassion to build positive patient and family relationships.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Contributed to overall quality and care of patients by answering calls for help, taking vital signs, and monitoring behavior and physical condition for progress or deterioration.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output to report changes to medical and nursing staff.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Caregiver, Special Needs

Palco
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Assisted client with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Engaged patient in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
05.2026

CNA Certification Kansas -

Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS
07.2023

High School Diploma -

Northwest High School
Cedar Hill, MO
05.2021

Skills

  • Infection Control
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Medical Terminology
  • Injury Prevention
  • Patient Relations
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Basic Life Support
  • Transporting Patients
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Patient Care Quality

Timeline

CNA Student

Delmar Gardens
06.2023 - 07.2023

LMH Volunteer

Lawrence Memorial Hospital
04.2023 - Current

Caregiver, Special Needs

Palco
06.2022 - 08.2022

Professional Dog Bather

Earthwise Pet
09.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Johnson County Community College

CNA Certification Kansas -

Johnson County Community College

High School Diploma -

Northwest High School
Sydney Hickman