Shakeela Calhoun
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Kare agency
Atlanta, GA
03.2020 - Current
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Private Caregiver
Angel Jackson
Atlanta, GA
01.2016 - Current
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
- Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
CNA
Agency Contractors
Florida City, FL
08.2012 - 03.2014
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Education
Clinical Certified Assisting Nurse
Cobb CNA
Mableton, GA06.2008
High School Diploma -
Benjamin E Mays Highschool
Atlanta, GA06.2002
Skills
- Able to Lift [Number] Pounds
- Quick Problem Solver
- Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
- Documentation Procedures Expert
Timeline
CNA
Kare agency
03.2020 - Current
Private Caregiver
Angel Jackson
01.2016 - Current
CNA
Agency Contractors
08.2012 - 03.2014
Clinical Certified Assisting Nurse
Cobb CNA
High School Diploma -
Benjamin E Mays Highschool