Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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DeShantae’ Hawkins

Demopolis

Summary

Patient Care Assistant with experience at DCH Regional Medical Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and emotional support. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety while fostering positive experiences. Committed to promoting independence and dignity for all patients through attentive care and effective communication. Committed to helping patients with everyday activities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Assistant

DCH Regional Medical Center
05.2025 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Supported patient mobility through effective use of assistive devices.
  • Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.

Assembly Line Worker

Tekpak Inc
11.2024 - 05.2025
  • Operated assembly line machinery to ensure efficient production flow.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
  • Conducted quality inspections to maintain high product standards.
  • Trained new employees on safety protocols and assembly techniques.
  • Maintained clean, organized work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
  • Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
  • Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.

Cashier/cook

Jack’s Family Restaurant
08.2023 - 10.2024
  • Assisted customers with menu selections and answered inquiries to enhance dining experience.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area and dining space to ensure compliance with health standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to manage peak service times effectively and maintain workflow.
  • Handled cash and credit card payments, ensuring secure transaction processing at all times.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.

Patient Care Assistant

DCH Regional Medical Center
10.2020 - 02.2023
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
  • Administered medications under supervision, adhering to strict protocols.
  • Supported patient mobility through effective use of assistive devices.
  • Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Comfort patient when anxious and nervous.

Direct Support Professional

Resources for Independence
07.2018 - 11.2020
  • Supported individuals with disabilities in daily living activities, enhancing independence and quality of life.
  • Assisted clients in developing social skills through structured activities and community engagement.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities, fostering independence and personal growth.

Education

High School Diploma -

Aliceville High School
Aliceville, AL
05.2018

Skills

  • Medical terminology
  • Vital signs documentation
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Emotional support
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Catheter care
  • Basic life support
  • Documentation
  • End-of-life care
  • CPR certification

Certification

•CPR Certification

Timeline

Patient Care Assistant

DCH Regional Medical Center
05.2025 - Current

Assembly Line Worker

Tekpak Inc
11.2024 - 05.2025

Cashier/cook

Jack’s Family Restaurant
08.2023 - 10.2024

Patient Care Assistant

DCH Regional Medical Center
10.2020 - 02.2023

Direct Support Professional

Resources for Independence
07.2018 - 11.2020

High School Diploma -

Aliceville High School