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Lakesha Wadley

Chicago

Summary

Looking to become a contributing part of the committed team with professionals at a dedicated facility as an active employee who contributes to the mission, Vision, and Value of the company, and to interact on a professional level with other employees. To give excellent performance, and to translate my experience, knowledge, skills and abilities into value for the organization.

Compassionate Nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated several years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work History

CNA

Jackson Park Hospital
Chicago
02.2020 - 07.2025
  • Working as a nurse tech and phlebotomist I am responsible for providing basic patient care under the supervision of or a physician.
  • Drawing blood for nurses Job duties generally include observation patients, recording their vital signs, reporting any changes in their condition to health care supervision.
  • Collecting blood samples and taking it to the right department for further tests.
  • Along with Assist patients with basic personal care and mobility needs. These include bathing, Monitor the condition of a patient personal grooming, standing up, and eating.
  • Also collect bodily fluids for lab tests, document specimens empty bedpans, change linens, and clean rooms, depending on the limitations imposed by state laws, such as monitoring ventilators and other life support equipment, drawing blood, checking vital signs, and keeping records of treatments.
  • I have work in the departments of trauma, E.R Emergency, O.B labor and delivery, mental behavior ward, icu.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Maintained patient hygiene and sanitation in accordance with hospital protocols.
  • Documented patient progress and care activities in electronic health records.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to patients during difficult times.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure seamless patient care delivery.
  • Adhered to safety standards and infection control practices throughout the facility.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.

Phlebotomist

Lifescan Lab
Skokie
11.2016 - 01.2020
  • Mobile phlebotomist & lab phlebotomist Record keeping other clerical tasks specimen processor blood draw specimen billing system, collect blood specimen Ensure that the labels on the specimens coincide with the information provided.
  • Responsible to receiving, identifying, assigning accession numbers, sorting, preparation and internal laboratory distribution of blood, urine, and other biological specimens.
  • Prepare samples for routine testing and analysis.
  • Prepare excess samples for storage or retesting.
  • Ensure proper storage of specimens in the storage area.
  • Report any issues that may have arisen during the preparation process.
  • Handle container management in a time-efficient manner.
  • Maintain a clean work environment.
  • Take blood samples proper handled to the right lab dept.
  • Run tests, collect tests, document patient info.
  • Other duties as well.

CNA

Comprehensive Quality Care
Chicago
05.2009 - 10.2014
  • Provides patients personal hygiene by giving bedpans, urinals, baths backrubs, shampoos, and shaves; assisting with travel to the bathroom; helping with showers and baths.
  • AM/PM care Activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, feeding patients as necessary; ambulating turning and repositioning patients providing fresh water and nourishment between meals.
  • Provides patient comfort by utilizing resources and materials; transporting patients; answering patients call lights and request; report.

Education

Radiology/ Surgical Tech

Malcolm X College
08.2014 - 08.2025

phlebotomist -

Nirvana Institute

CNA -

Nirvana Institute

High school Diploma -

Continental Academy High School
Miramar, Florida

CPR -

Nirvana Institute

CPI -

Nirvana Institute

Skills

  • Proficient in venipuncture and capillary techniques
  • Understanding of phlebotomy protocols
  • Compliance and safety
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Patient-handling skills
  • Familiar with first aid safety
  • Blood specimen storage
  • Blood collecting handling safety
  • Quality Assurance controls
  • Centrifugation
  • Specimen aliquoting
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Adept in working with a diverse community
  • Willingness to learn and grow
  • Confidence to work independently
  • Patient care
  • Phlebotomy techniques
  • Infection control practices
  • Emergency response
  • Team collaboration
  • Medical record documentation
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking

Timeline

CNA

Jackson Park Hospital
02.2020 - 07.2025

Phlebotomist

Lifescan Lab
11.2016 - 01.2020

Radiology/ Surgical Tech

Malcolm X College
08.2014 - 08.2025

CNA

Comprehensive Quality Care
05.2009 - 10.2014

phlebotomist -

Nirvana Institute

CNA -

Nirvana Institute

High school Diploma -

Continental Academy High School

CPR -

Nirvana Institute

CPI -

Nirvana Institute

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