Lakisa Cowans
Loma Linda
Summary
Compassionate and dependable caregiver with over 3 years of combined experience as an IHSS provider and Dietary Aide. Skilled in providing personalized in-home care, assisting with daily living activities, and supporting nutritional needs of elderly and disabled individuals. Adept at preparing and serving meals according to dietary guidelines, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and building strong, trusting relationships with clients. Proven ability to work independently or as part of a team, with a strong focus on dignity, empathy, and respect.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
Work History
IHSS Care Provider
IHSS Adult Services Program
San Bernardino
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
- Administered medication according to care plans and health guidelines.
- Monitored client health, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for clients in their homes.
Dietary Aide PRN
Boulder City Hospital
Boulder City
10.2017 - 01.2020
- Tray & Food Prep
Read production/tray tickets to determine dietary requirements
Prepare salads, sandwiches, soups, beverages, and specialized meals (soft, pureed, liquid diets)
Set up meal trays with condiments, utensils, napkins
Delivery & Collection
Deliver food carts to patient areas and return empty trays to dish room
Inspect trays for completeness before delivery
Kitchen & Dish Room Maintenance
Operate dishwashing machines and clean/sanitize pots, pans, utensils
Wash dishes, clean surfaces, floors, ovens, trash bins, refrigerators
Food Handling & Storage
Scrape and rack dishes; assist cooks with simple prep (opening cans, chopping vegetables)
Store leftover food, manage inventory, clean workstations
Safety & Sanitation
Follow food safety protocols, sanitizing procedures, and report hazards promptly
Follow infection control standards and proper protective gear usage
Food Service Worker
Loma Linda University Medical Center
Loma Linda
10.2016 - 10.2017
- Enter meal selections into systems like Computrition; process orders, print tickets, and respond to meal-related calls.
- Patient Interaction & Education
- Visit patients daily, offer menus, explain meal service process, and ensure satisfaction.
- Collaborate with cooks/supervisors, assist colleagues, participate in training, and perform additional duties as needed.
- Prepared and served meals to patients following dietary guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in food preparation areas.
- Adhered to food safety standards while handling and storing food items.
Dietary Aid
InnoVage
San Bernardino
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Checking and Updating patient cardex, according to therapeutic diet.
- Maintaining proper temperatures for hot and cold foods.
- Inventory, stocking of refrigerators FIFO and preparing snacks for patients.
- Keeping kitchen clean and sanitized.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ 06.2022 - 06.2025
Perris Lake High
Perris, CASkills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Case management
- Report writing
- Client advocacy
- Regulatory compliance
- Effective communication
- Bathing assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Physical mobility support
- Laundry services
- Nutrition monitoring
- Housekeeping tasks
- Compassionate caregiving
Years Of Experience
6
Timeline
IHSS Care Provider
IHSS Adult Services Program
06.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
06.2022 - 06.2025
Dietary Aide PRN
Boulder City Hospital
10.2017 - 01.2020
Food Service Worker
Loma Linda University Medical Center
10.2016 - 10.2017
Dietary Aid
InnoVage
08.2014 - 08.2015
Perris Lake High