Lyndraral Edwards
Springdale
Summary
Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.
Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mill Creek Health and Rehab
05.2026 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily activities, promoting independence and enhancing overall well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely interventions for patient care.
- Ensured accuracy of patient records to enhance care coordination and documentation integrity.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement individualized care plans, improving patient outcomes and satisfaction.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Elite hospice
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Assessed and documented essential patient vitals to ensure optimal health monitoring.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Protected patient information by adhering to HIPAA regulations and promoting clear communication among team members about essential updates.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and dignity during end-of-life transitions.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life for hospice patients.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Springdale Health and Rehabilitation Center
10.2020 - 02.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- 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.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
The Maples Health and Rehabilitation
12.2019 - 10.2020
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting care plans and observations consistently.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- 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.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Supported needs of 30+ residents under long-term care.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Arkansas Support Network
08.2010 - 11.2019
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for optimal patient outcomes.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols, enhancing team efficiency.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Supported needs of 25+ residents under long-term care.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing in Health Science
NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Springdale, AR06-2026
High school diploma - undefined
Fayetteville High School East
Fayetteville, AR05-2009
Skills
- Hospice Care
- Vital Signs
- Caregiving
- Basic life support
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Electronic charting
- Documenting behaviors
- End-of-life care
- Transfer techniques
- Urinary catheter care
- Geriatric care
- Dementia Care
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Meal Preparation
- Critical Care Experience
- Senior care
- Home health
- Patient monitoring
- Assisted living
- ADLs
- Working with people with developmental disabilities
- English
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Driver's License
- HIPAA Certification
- BLS Certification
Languages
English
Full Professional
Assessments
- Home health aide skills — Proficient
- October 2020
- Providing care to patients in a home setting
- Full results: Proficient
- Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mill Creek Health and Rehab
05.2026 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Elite hospice
11.2021 - 11.2023
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Springdale Health and Rehabilitation Center
10.2020 - 02.2022
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
The Maples Health and Rehabilitation
12.2019 - 10.2020
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Arkansas Support Network
08.2010 - 11.2019
High school diploma - undefined
Fayetteville High School East
Associate Degree - Nursing in Health Science
NorthWest Arkansas Community College