Shanice Montgomery
Belleville,IL
Summary
I would like to obtain a position with your company as a team member utilizing my excellent communication and leadership skills. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Favorite Healthcare Staffing - Fairview Heights
Fairview Heights, IL
11.2022 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Cambridge House of Swansea
Swansea, IL
04.2017 - Current
- Assist with everyday ADL's and assist medication reminders
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Behavioral Health Technician
Gateway Regional Medical Center
Granite City, IL
06.2019 - 03.2025
- To maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for behavioral health patients, assist with everyday ADL's and vital signs
- Assessed patient behavior, reactions and responses to treatment plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions with multiple patients.
- Monitored patient safety in all areas of the facility.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and treatments received.
- Observed patients' behaviors during recreational activities and outings.
- Mentored new Behavioral Health Technicians on best practices when interacting with clients and patients.
- Encouraged positive interactions between other Behavioral Health Technicians and clients and patients.
- Organized daily activities such as arts and crafts, games, music therapy., that promote healthy coping skills.
- Responded promptly to any emergency situations that may arise within the facility.
- Documented behavioral incidents to keep accurate records.
- Documented patient behavior, interventions completed and patient response to interventions.
- Established and maintained professional working relationships with clients, staff and public.
- Documented patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
- Bathed, fed and dressed patients based on individual abilities.
Mental Health Technician
Mercy South Hospital
St Louis, MO
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
- Developed positive relationships with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
- Bathed, fed and dressed patients based on individual abilities.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
Patient Care Technician
Memorial Hospital Belleville
Belleville, IL
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Assist with everyday ADL's, monitor vital signs and blood glucose
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Morningside of Shiloh
Shiloh, IL
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Assist with everyday ADL's and assist with medication reminders
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Swansea Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
Swansea, IL
01.2015 - 10.2017
- Assist with everyday ADL's
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Housekeeping
Comfort Inn & Suites
01.2013
- Cleaning
Teachers Assistant
Busy Bees Learning Academy
01.2013
- Infants and Toddlers
- Look out for safety and welfare of all children
- Read to the kids
- Teach children the alphabet and numbers
- Make sure everything in the class is clean
Housekeeper
Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark
St. Louis, MO
- Cleaning
Education
High School Diploma -
Cahokia High School
05.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Southwestern Illinois College
Skills
- Leadership and Discipline
- Behavioral Health
- Vital Signs
- Communication skills both oral and written
- Compassionate Communication
- Monitoring Fluids
- Collecting Specimens
- Patient Lifting
- Electronic Charting
- Indirect Patient Care
- Transporting Patients
- Direct Patient Care
- Assisting With Personal Grooming
- Understands Mobility Assistance Needs
- Collecting Vital Signs
- General Housekeeping Ability
Certification
- Nursing Assistant, 09/01/13, Present
- BLS/CPR, 06/03/2025-06/31/2027
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Additional Information - References
- Enersha Phillips, (314) 565-9180
- Twyla McCall, (618) 593-3561
- April Bollman, (618) 960-3440
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
CNA
Favorite Healthcare Staffing - Fairview Heights
11.2022 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Mercy South Hospital
07.2021 - 12.2022
Behavioral Health Technician
Gateway Regional Medical Center
06.2019 - 03.2025
Patient Care Technician
Memorial Hospital Belleville
06.2018 - 06.2019
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Cambridge House of Swansea
04.2017 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Morningside of Shiloh
01.2016 - 06.2018
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Swansea Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
01.2015 - 10.2017
Housekeeping
Comfort Inn & Suites
01.2013
Teachers Assistant
Busy Bees Learning Academy
01.2013
Housekeeper
Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark
High School Diploma -
Cahokia High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Southwestern Illinois College