Manika Williams
Washington,DC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
US Department of Veterans Affairs
04.2023 - Current
- Provide personal care and assistance with Activities of Daily Living.Bathing and dressing patients safely and properly
- Keeping records and documenting care
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Take and record vital signs measure and record
- Feeding pass out and pick up food tray, serve nourishment and hydrate patients
- Pass and empty bedpans and collecting specimens
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Use safety device and standard precautions to prevent the spread of infection and disease.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
ARMED FORCES RETIREMENT HOME
07.2021 - Current
- Provided individualized and friendly care for residents
- Served meals to residents
- Checked vital signs
- Helped residents with showering
- Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living
- Assisted with wound care
- Aided in lifting residents , when necessary
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
Teacher Assistant
REGGIO'S TREEHOUSE
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintain a clean ,safe ,organized classroom
- Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures
- Encourage students to use appropriate health, safety and nutritional practices
- Keep children within the required sight and sound supervision guidelines as indicated by regulatory bodies
- Be aware of the number of children in my care and maintain staff/ child ratio at all times
- Interact with children with care and respect at all times
- Speak to children at their level, giving them your full attention
- Available and respond promptly and appropriately to children needs.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids and hands-on activities during lessons.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
Teacher
UPO
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Supervise and monitor the safety of children in my care
- Prepare meals and organize mealtimes and snacks for children
- Help children keep good hygiene
- Change the diapers of infants and toddler
- Develop schedules and routines to ensure that children have enough physical activity, rest, and playtime
- Watch for signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring the problems to the attention of parents
- Keep records of children’s progress, routines, and interest
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
Patient Care Technician
George Washington Hospital
10.2014 - 04.2019
- Provide personal care and assistance with Activities of Daily Living.Bathing and dressing patients safely and properly
- Keeping records and documenting care
- Take and record vital signs measure and record
- Feeding pass out and pick up food tray, serve nourishment and hydrate patients
- Pass and empty bedpans and collecting specimens
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Use safety device and standard precautions to prevent the spread of infection and disease.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Northern training Center
12.2014 - 06.2015
- As CNA I maintain a sanitary patients area
- Bathing patients safely and properly
- Making sure patients are kept clean for their health and comfort
- Keeping records and documenting care
- Taking and recording of vital signs
- Help with feeding and hydrate patients
- Identifying and preventing bed sores
- Identifying symptoms and notifying doctor
- Keeping patients active and mobile
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Chevy Chase House
06.2006 - 10.2012
- Maintain a sanitary patient area changing sheets,sanitizing bed pans, etc
- Bathing patients safely and properly
- Making sure patients are kept clean
- Keeping records and documenting care
- Taking and recording of vital signs
- Help feeding and hydrate patients
- Identifying and preventing bed sores.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Cashier/Customer Service
Navy Exchange
05.2000 - 09.2005
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
cashier/customer service clerk
- I Welcoming all customers, answering their questions, helping them locate items, and providing advice or recommendations
- Operating scanners, scales, cash registers, and other electronics
- Accepting payments, ensuring all prices and quantities are accurate and proving a receipt to every customer.
Education
Associate - Arts
AA - Early Childhood Education
Trinity Washington University
Washington, DCNo Degree - Nursing Assistance
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Conway, SC06.2008
Skills
- Daily Reporting
- Issue Resolution
- Cash Handling and Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Cash Drawer Balancing
- Purchase Assistance
- Paperwork Processing
- Information Security
- Product Knowledge
- Report Generation
- Call Management
- Patient Feeding
- Infection Control
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Relations
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant
CPR
CDA in infants and Toddlers
First Aid Certification
Additional Information
- Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
US Department of Veterans Affairs
04.2023 - Current
Teacher Assistant
REGGIO'S TREEHOUSE
08.2022 - 04.2023
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
ARMED FORCES RETIREMENT HOME
07.2021 - Current
Teacher
UPO
05.2019 - 05.2021
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Northern training Center
12.2014 - 06.2015
Patient Care Technician
George Washington Hospital
10.2014 - 04.2019
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Chevy Chase House
06.2006 - 10.2012
Cashier/Customer Service
Navy Exchange
05.2000 - 09.2005
cashier/customer service clerk
Associate - Arts
AA - Early Childhood Education
Trinity Washington University
No Degree - Nursing Assistance
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
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