Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Shalandria West

Jackson,MS

Summary

Dedicated Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in patient care and direct patient support, honed at Vitalcaring. Excelled in improving patient satisfaction through compassionate care, including bathing and feeding, and adept at monitoring vital signs. Enhanced patient engagement by 30% through emotional support, showcasing strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient well-being.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Vitalcaring
04.2023 - Current
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.

Nursing Assistant

Compassus Hospice
09.2021 - 05.2023
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.

Nursing Assistant

Precision Healthcare
03.2022 - 02.2023
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted nurses with daily tasks, streamlining workflow for increased efficiency.
  • Conducted thorough pre-appointment screenings, gathering essential information from patients that allowed healthcare professionals to make informed decisions regarding appropriate treatments.

Nursing Assistant

St Joseph Hospice
08.2019 - 03.2022
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
  • Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
  • Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.

Nursing Assistant

Manhattan Nursing Home
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.

Nursing Assistant

Cottage Grove Nursing Home
06.2019 - 09.2020
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
  • Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.

Education

Basic -

Provine High School
Jackson, MS
05.2018

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Patient Feeding
  • Basic Life Support
  • Direct Patient Care

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Vitalcaring
04.2023 - Current

Nursing Assistant

Precision Healthcare
03.2022 - 02.2023

Nursing Assistant

Compassus Hospice
09.2021 - 05.2023

Nursing Assistant

St Joseph Hospice
08.2019 - 03.2022

Nursing Assistant

Manhattan Nursing Home
08.2019 - 08.2021

Nursing Assistant

Cottage Grove Nursing Home
06.2019 - 09.2020

Basic -

Provine High School

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