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.
Florida
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
Sioux Falls, SD
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
Sioux Falls, SD
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
Sioux Falls, SD
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
Sioux Falls, SD
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