Shameka Clark
Texarkana,AR
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
The Villa @ Texarkana
Texarkana, Texas
02.2024 - Current
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Private Caregiver
Jeffrey, Rachel, and Marshall Patterson
Texarkana, Texas
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Transported clients to doctor appointments, grocery stores, and other necessary destinations.
- Kept accurate records of all tasks completed during shifts including start and end times and notes about client interactions.
- Organized medication reminders for clients taking multiple prescriptions throughout the day.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, tidying up living spaces and changing bed linens.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and glucose levels.
- Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
- Administered prescribed medications according to physician instructions and monitored for adverse reactions.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients during difficult times.
CNA/Medication Aide
Cornerstone Retirement Community
Texarkana, TX
05.2015 - 06.2024
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
Private Caregiver
Connie Perkins
Hooks, Texas
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Transported clients to doctor appointments, grocery stores, and other necessary destinations.
- Kept accurate records of all tasks completed during shifts including start and end times and notes about client interactions.
- Organized medication reminders for clients taking multiple prescriptions throughout the day.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and glucose levels.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, tidying up living spaces and changing bed linens.
- Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients during difficult times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arkansas High School
Texarkana, AR05-2003
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Texarkana College
Texarkana, TXSkills
- Emotional support
- Infection control practices
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient transfers
- Patient care
- Health monitoring
- Medication administration
Timeline
CNA
The Villa @ Texarkana
02.2024 - Current
Private Caregiver
Connie Perkins
06.2022 - 10.2023
Private Caregiver
Jeffrey, Rachel, and Marshall Patterson
01.2020 - 01.2025
CNA/Medication Aide
Cornerstone Retirement Community
05.2015 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Arkansas High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Texarkana College
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