Laura Wood
Chandler
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients, and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Desert Cove Nursing Center
01.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Supported nursing team in executing care plans by documenting patient progress accurately.
- Communicated effectively with patients to provide emotional support and address concerns.
- Implemented infection control procedures to promote hygiene and prevent illness spread.
- Adapted quickly to varying patient needs, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic healthcare environment.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- 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
Montecito Post Acute Care And Rehabilitation
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in patient care techniques and safety protocols.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
Assistant Store Manager
Circle K
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Assisted in daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Managed inventory levels, conducting regular stock audits to minimize discrepancies.
- Trained new staff on customer service best practices and operational protocols.
- Coordinated visual merchandising efforts to enhance product displays and drive sales.
- Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
CNA
Immanuel Campus Of Care
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Assistant Administrator
De'Riche Agency
07.2017 - 02.2020
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation for multiple projects, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation systems, improving data accessibility and accuracy.
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering collaboration and reducing response times.
- Led training sessions for new staff, promoting best practices and ensuring adherence to agency protocols.
- Oversaw project timelines and deliverables, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives of the agency.
- Managed purchasing, stocking and organizing inventory.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality of personal data and proprietary business documents.
- Performed routine clerical tasks by scanning, filing, and copying documents.
- Served as point-of-contact for visitors to the office, projecting a welcoming atmosphere while responding knowledgeably to inquiries regarding the organization''s services or personnel.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
CNA
Twin Pines Health Care Center
01.2015 - 06.2017
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Medication Aide
The Hickman Group
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Administered prescribed medications following safety protocols and established schedules.
- Monitored patient responses to medications, documenting observations for healthcare teams.
- Assisted in training new staff on medication management procedures and compliance standards.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to update medication inventories and address discrepancies.
- Ensured accurate documentation of medication administration in electronic health records systems.
- Conducted regular audits of medication storage areas to ensure regulatory compliance and safety standards.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
CNA
St Martha Manor
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Supported needs of 13 residents under long-term care.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in patient care techniques and safety protocols.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and well-being.
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coatesville Area Senior High School
Coatesville, PA05-2005
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- End-of-life care
- Patient transfersw
- Toileting assistance
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Lifting and transferring
- Reliable team player
- Recording vital signs
- Collecting vital signs
- Patient lifting
- Electronic charting
- Geriatric care
- Specimen collection
- Transporting patients
- Trustworthy companion
- Preparing meals
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
CNA
Desert Cove Nursing Center
01.2025 - 10.2025
CNA
Montecito Post Acute Care And Rehabilitation
10.2023 - 01.2025
Assistant Store Manager
Circle K
09.2021 - 10.2023
CNA
Immanuel Campus Of Care
06.2021 - 09.2021
Assistant Administrator
De'Riche Agency
07.2017 - 02.2020
CNA
Twin Pines Health Care Center
01.2015 - 06.2017
Medication Aide
The Hickman Group
01.2013 - 01.2015
CNA
St Martha Manor
01.2008 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
Coatesville Area Senior High School