Lisa Swanson
Sioux Falls
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. 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.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Rove Staffing LLC.
01.2024 - Current
- Travel to different long term care facilities that need help with their staffing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, enabling them to maintain independence and dignity.
- Continuously sought opportunities for professional development and ongoing learning, resulting in the delivery of high-quality patient care.
- Utilized excellent observational skills to identify potential patient complications early, allowing for prompt intervention when needed.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, maintaining strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Tri-State Nursing
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Traveled to different long term care facilities to help with staffing needs.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, enabling them to maintain independence and dignity.
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Interim HealthCare
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Performed top of the line cares and duties in patients private homes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Compassionate Care Hospice
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress by offering a calm, reassuring presence during difficult emotional moments or periods of physical discomfort.
- Enabled family members'' involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights and interests to ensure that their wishes were respected during all stages of hospice care provision.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Good Samaritan Village
06.2014 - 03.2017
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
Associate of Science - Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA
Southeast Technical Institute
Sioux Falls, SD05.2014
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- HIPAA Compliance Understanding
- Emergency response training
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Patient Care Coordination
- Adaptive to changing environments
Certification
- BLS/CPR Certified
Additional Information
Nominated for CNA of the year three years in a row.
Timeline
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Rove Staffing LLC.
01.2024 - Current
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Tri-State Nursing
02.2023 - 01.2024
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Interim HealthCare
03.2021 - 10.2022
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Compassionate Care Hospice
01.2017 - 01.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Good Samaritan Village
06.2014 - 03.2017
Associate of Science - Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA
Southeast Technical Institute
- BLS/CPR Certified
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