Cherece Lewis
Memphis
Summary
Dependable healthcare professional with strong patient communication and emergency response skills. Committed to providing compassionate care and ensuring patient safety through effective monitoring and assessment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanatge Home Health
Advantage Home Health Care Inc
Memphis
12.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and medical staff.
- Administered basic first aid and responded to emergencies promptly.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques, enhancing team efficiency and ensuring standards of care.
In-Home Patient Care Techican
Alpro Health Services
Memphis
02.2020 - 01.2026
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Supported patients with mobility and transportation needs throughout the facility.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and medical staff.
- Administered basic first aid and responded to emergencies promptly.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Observed changes in patients' conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Delivered timely first aid in emergency situations, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through personalized assistance with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Home Health CNA
Silver Angel
Memphis
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Delivered personal care and support to enhance clients' comfort and well-being in home settings.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and mobility needs to promote independence and improve quality of life.
- Assisted with personal hygiene needs such as shaving, brushing teeth and hair care.
- Communicated effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Educated clients and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of clients' living environments.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry, dusting, vacuuming and meal preparation.
- Provided companionship to elderly and disabled individuals in their home environment.
- Transported patients to doctor appointments and other destinations, ensuring timely access to healthcare services.
- Reported any incidents or accidents that occur while providing care to the appropriate authority immediately.
- Kept updated documentation of client progress notes in an organized manner.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols.
- Helped with physical therapy exercises prescribed by a physician or therapist.
- Administered medications according to physician instructions and monitored patient response.
Education
Associate of Arts - Patient Care Technician
Remington College
Memphis, TN05-2026
High School Diploma -
West Memphis High School
West Memphis, AR05-2018
Skills
Vital signs assessment
- Patient monitoring
- Emergency response
- Basic first aid
- Infection control procedures
- Patient communication
- Personal care assistance
- Phlebotomist certified
- CPR certified
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Dependable and responsible
Accomplishments
- Deans List
- Honor Roll
Certification
- CNA
- Patient Care Technician
- Phlebotomist
Timeline
Advanatge Home Health
Advantage Home Health Care Inc
12.2024 - Current
In-Home Patient Care Techican
Alpro Health Services
02.2020 - 01.2026
Home Health CNA
Silver Angel
03.2018 - 01.2020
Associate of Arts - Patient Care Technician
Remington College
High School Diploma -
West Memphis High School