Alexis Grady
Lake Charles
Summary
Motivated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with experience in diverse patient care settings, including float pool operations. Strengths include solid clinical skills, adeptness at multitasking, and ability to adapt quickly to changing environments. Consistently deliver high-quality patient care while contributing to team success through reliability and collaborative problem-solving. Previous work has resulted in improved patient satisfaction and streamlined departmental processes.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CNA, Float Pool
Lake Charles Memorial Health System
Lake Charles
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Maintained a safe environment for the residents by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary team members regarding patient care needs.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to CNA duties.
- Performed range of motion exercises with immobile patients under direction of a licensed nurse.
- Prepared and served meals according to prescribed diets.
- Reported changes in patient's condition to nursing staff.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when making decisions about patient care needs.
- Participated in the development of individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Responded to emergency situations using proper protocol and providing basic life support when needed.
- Transferred patients in wheelchairs or with gurneys to other units or departments within the facility.
- Provided direct patient care, including bathing and dressing patients.
- Cared for residents by changing linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning rooms and bathrooms.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Dietary Aide
Lake Charles Memorial Health System
Lake Charles
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Set up trays for patients upon request.
- Stocked supplies in dining areas as needed.
- Assisted in the ordering, receiving, storage, and inventory of food items.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following all safety protocols.
- Assisted with preparation of snacks and other light meals.
- Delivered meals to residents and patients in their rooms when requested.
- Observed special diets prescribed by physicians or nutritionists.
- Checked temperatures of hot food before serving it to patients and residents.
- Ensured that all food was prepared according to established health standards.
- Provided assistance with meal setup, serving, and clean up as needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and surfaces.
- Worked closely with dietitians to ensure proper nutrition for each resident and patient.
- Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes, wiping countertops.
- Informed supervisor about any changes in patient's dietary needs or preferences.
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen, dining and utility areas to promote healthy environment.
- Served food and beverage items to residents, meeting therapeutic diets.
Education
Sam Houston High School
Lake CharlesSkills
- Patient care
- Infection control
- Emergency response
- Nutritional assistance
- Team collaboration
- Safe food handling
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Compassion and empathy
- Emotional support
- Active listening
- Patient advocacy
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Basic life support
Timeline
CNA, Float Pool
Lake Charles Memorial Health System
10.2023 - 06.2024
Dietary Aide
Lake Charles Memorial Health System
01.2021 - 08.2023
Sam Houston High School
Similar Profiles
Brooke BirgeBrooke Birge
Patient Access Representative at Lake Charles Memorial Health SystemPatient Access Representative at Lake Charles Memorial Health System
John KuehnJohn Kuehn
RN, Medical-Surgical PNR at Lake Charles Memorial Health SystemRN, Medical-Surgical PNR at Lake Charles Memorial Health System
CARMEN GAYNEAUXCARMEN GAYNEAUX
LPN at Lake Charles Memorial Health SystemLPN at Lake Charles Memorial Health System
Emily McDonaldEmily McDonald
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at St. Nicholas Center For ChildrenCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant at St. Nicholas Center For Children
Armani' SmithArmani' Smith
CNA Supervisor at Calcasieu Community Care CenterCNA Supervisor at Calcasieu Community Care Center