Kirshonda Manuel
Syracuse,NY
Summary
Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant skilled in vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration across long-term care and rehabilitation settings. Proven capacity to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and relationship-building with patients and families while upholding professional boundaries.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Syracuse Home at McHarrie Place
Baldwinsville, USA
06.2026 - Current
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Direct Support Professional
Arc Of Onondaga
Syracuse, USA
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and service delivery records.
- Organized recreational activities to promote engagement and community participation.
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL
NY, USA
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Repositioned bedridden patients regularly to enhance comfort and prevent bedsores.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure patient safety and minimize contamination.
Housekeeping
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Syracuse, USA
08.2015 - 02.2024
- Maintained cleanliness in patient rooms and common areas daily.
- Disinfected surfaces using approved cleaning agents and techniques.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Oversaw waste disposal procedures in compliance with hospital regulations. according to hospital safety regulations.
Education
Criminal Justice
OCC
Syracuse, NY 01.2011 - 05.2011
High school diploma or GED -
Fowler High School
Syracuse, NY 09.2007 - 08.2010
Skills
- Time management
- Infection control practices
- Health monitoring
- Conflict resolution
- Multitasking and organization
Certification
1520 521 842, 01/01/23, 02/01/31
Languages
English, Fluent
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Syracuse Home at McHarrie Place
06.2026 - Current
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL
02.2024 - 01.2025
Direct Support Professional
Arc Of Onondaga
02.2024 - Current
Housekeeping
SUNY Upstate Medical University
08.2015 - 02.2024
Criminal Justice
OCC
01.2011 - 05.2011
High school diploma or GED -
Fowler High School
09.2007 - 08.2010