Objective
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Key Qualifications
Timeline

Shameka Shepperson

Ice Cold Cutzz
Bullock,NC
2027
years of professional experience

Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Sterile Processingand hands-on experience gained through academic training Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.

Work History

Salon Cosmetologist

Ice Cold Cutzz | 2023 - Current
  • Discussed client hair goals, texture, and style preferences.
  • Kept workstations clean, sanitized, and aligned with salon safety standards.
  • Maintained clean workspace standards to support safe and welcoming client service.
  • Provided personalized haircuts, styling, and color services to improve client satisfaction.
  • Handled high client volume during peak hours while staying calm and efficient.
  • Handed out business cards outside salon to help bring in new business.

Theraputic Youth Counselor

5 Years
Hearts and Homes for Youth | 08.2007 - 08.2012
  • Supported youth well-being by providing services for children with trauma histories, mental health conditions, and challenging behaviors.
  • Mentored children, applied behavior modification strategies, and planned and supervised recreational activities.
  • Maintained clean, comfortable, safe, and supportive home environment; taught hygiene practices and positive interpersonal skills.
  • Enforced rules within prescribed limits, applied discipline, supported proper nutrition and healthcare, completed administrative tasks, and transported children.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.

Phlebotomist

2 Years 2 Months
American Red Cross | 10.2009 - 12.2011
  • Used PPE and followed disinfection steps to maintain safe work area.
  • Maintained donor records and entered data into systems using medical terminology.
  • Collected blood donations with venipuncture techniques while supporting donor comfort and safety.
  • Screened donors for eligibility, vital signs, and readiness before collection.
  • Followed infection control and bloodborne pathogen standards during all procedures.
  • Improved donor experience through compassionate care and clear communication during blood draws.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with needed supplies.
  • Prepared work trays by assembling tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices.

Certified Medical Assistant Extern

2 Months
Medical Center | 04.2007 - 06.2007
  • Supported patient intake by gathering vital signs and updating medical records accurately.
  • Prepared examination rooms, stocked supplies, and sanitized equipment between patient visits.
  • Recorded patient details in electronic health records with focus on accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Monitored medical supply inventory and reported shortages to maintain uninterrupted operations.
  • Followed infection-control protocols and clinic procedures while assisting with routine care tasks.
  • Protected confidential patient information through strict adherence to HIPAA regulations in all communications and documentation.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.

Natural Hair Stylist

14 Years 1 Month
NBUSHE Natural Hair Salon | 09.2012 - 2023
  • Use of scheduling systems keeping files of clientele
  • Identify scalp irritation while performing hair skin and scalp analysis
  • Consulting and advising clients Cut treat and style hair
  • Disinfecting all work utensils and keeping a safe and clean work environment

Education

Central Sterile Processing - Central Sterile Processing

Vance-Granville Community College | Louisburg, NC | 10.2026
  • Instrument identification and inspection
  • Decontamination and cleaning of surgical instruments
  • Sterilization methods, including steam and low-temperature sterilization
  • Sterilizer monitoring and biological, chemical, and mechanical indicators
  • Assembly and preparation of surgical instrument trays
  • Packaging and wrapping of medical instruments
  • Infection prevention and control procedures

Medical Assisting - Medical Assistant

Sanford Brown Institute | Landover, MD

Patient care and communication

Vital signs and patient intake

Electronic health records (EHR)

Medical terminology

Infection prevention and control

Appointment scheduling

Specimen collection

HIPAA compliance

Clinical documentation

Organization and multitasking

Cosmetologist - Cosmetology

Hair Academy | Maryland | 2014
  • Completed training in hair care, hairstyling, hair coloring, and chemical treatments.
  • Studied sanitation, infection prevention, and proper disinfection of tools and equipment.
  • Developed customer service, communication, and client consultation skills.
  • Learned professional standards, safety procedures, and state cosmetology regulations.

High School Diploma

Bowie High | Bowie, MD | 06.2002

All required

Skills

Anatomy
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Multitasking Abilities
Medical Terminology
Dependable and responsible

Key Qualifications

  • A self-motivated and disciplined individual with a strong work ethic and proven track record.

Timeline

Natural Hair Stylist

NBUSHE Natural Hair Salon
09.2012 - 2023Read More

Phlebotomist

American Red Cross
10.2009 - 12.2011Read More

Theraputic Youth Counselor

Hearts and Homes for Youth
08.2007 - 08.2012Read More

Certified Medical Assistant Extern

Medical Center
04.2007 - 06.2007Read More

Salon Cosmetologist

Ice Cold Cutzz
2023 - CurrentRead More

Vance-Granville Community College

Central Sterile Processing from Central Sterile Processing
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Sanford Brown Institute

Medical Assisting from Medical Assistant
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Hair Academy

Cosmetologist from Cosmetology
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Bowie High

High School Diploma
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Shameka Shepperson