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Lori Haith

Liberty

Summary

Compassionate CNA with extensive experience with memory care/ long term patients and families, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication. Committed to infection control practices and fostering a positive healing environment, ensuring high-quality support for diverse patient needs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA/Nursing Specialty Technician

Salina Regional Health Care
06.2025 - Current
  • 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.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.

CNA/ CMA

Cedarhurst Assisted Living And Memory Care
01.2024 - 06.2025
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
  • Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • 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.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

CNA/ CMA

Brookedale Senior Living
04.2022 - 01.2024
  • 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.
  • Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Supported needs of 30+ residents under long-term care.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Comforted anxious patients before procedures and listened to concerns, offering support, and compassion.

Manager

Pizza Hut
02.2017 - 10.2019
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
  • Improved customer satisfaction scores by overhauling customer service protocols and training staff in customer engagement techniques.

CNA

The Cedars, Inc.
01.2015 - 07.2016
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

CNA

Riverview Estates
12.2014 - 07.2016
  • Supported needs of 30+ residents under long-term care.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • 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.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • 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.

Education

No Degree - CMA

Wecare Online
Salina, KS
06-2023

General Studies

Smoky Valley High School
Lindsborg, KS
05-2016

No Degree - CNA

Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KS
12-2014

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 transfers
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Emergency response
  • Clinical documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Team collaboration
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Patient advocacy
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Infection control practices
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Toileting assistance
  • Reliable team player

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant for 10 years.

Timeline

CNA/Nursing Specialty Technician

Salina Regional Health Care
06.2025 - Current

CNA/ CMA

Cedarhurst Assisted Living And Memory Care
01.2024 - 06.2025

CNA/ CMA

Brookedale Senior Living
04.2022 - 01.2024

Manager

Pizza Hut
02.2017 - 10.2019

CNA

The Cedars, Inc.
01.2015 - 07.2016

CNA

Riverview Estates
12.2014 - 07.2016

No Degree - CMA

Wecare Online

General Studies

Smoky Valley High School

No Degree - CNA

Hutchinson Community College

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