Laurie Cleary
Mason City
Summary
Compassionate Activity Director with background in maintaining organization while planning and coordinating activities. Knowledgeable in evaluating residents' needs and conducting group activities to improve quality of life. First-rate interpersonal, organizational and persuasive skills.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1986
1986
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Activity Director
The Christian Village
Lincoln
04.2022 - 09.2025
Dietary Manager
Arcadia Health Care
Lincoln
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Managed daily food service operations ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules to maintain efficient kitchen workflow and coverage.
- Oversaw menu planning to cater to resident dietary preferences and restrictions.
- Implemented sanitation protocols to uphold cleanliness in food preparation areas.
- Assisted in budget management by tracking food costs and minimizing waste.
CNA
The Christian village
Lincoln
11.1999 - 09.2021
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident rooms and common areas.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Communicated effectively with residents, families, and team members daily.
- Trained new staff on best practices in resident care and safety protocols.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Education
GED
Springfield, ILSkills
- Activity planning
- Program development
- Regulatory compliance
Certification
- Received CNA license in 1999. Also have restorative CNA.
- Completed Activity Director course
Accomplishments
- I have been employee of the month several times and the employee of the year. I received the Dr. Phillipe leadership award in 2023.
Timeline
Dietary Manager
Arcadia Health Care
02.2025 - 08.2025
Activity Director
The Christian Village
04.2022 - 09.2025
CNA
The Christian village
11.1999 - 09.2021
GED