Shana Parrott
Buffalo,NY
Summary
I am dedicated and committed into any healthcare roles giving as a Home Care Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant. I'm skilled in providing support to elderly clients by utilizing effective communication and superior organization skills. Also have some advanced knowledge of clerical functions, project support, schedule management and customer service. Manager, Lead Aide, Supervisor positions. Quick-learning with aptitude for solving problems through critical thinking and handling conflicting priorities with concise time management. Compassionate and focused on helping clients maintain personal hygiene and assisting with all aspects of activities of daily living. Skilled in preparing meals, maintaining organized living spaces and documenting behaviors. Committed to emotional and social support to promote overall wellness. Hardworking and very reliable. I'm extremely Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Committed into healthcare for over 10 years of proven success in healthcare roles. Dedicated to providing client safety and comfort through continuous focused care. Skilled at assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation with passion. Helpful and committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, documenting observations and examining for symptoms. Compassionate approach to dealing with those under duress. I've experience offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting ideal patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors, and teaching habits for maintaining health and wellbeing. Focused dedication to patient safety, wellness and happiness.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Supervisor
Rely On Us Care
Buffalo, NY
08.2020 - Current
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with care standards.
- Trained staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Coordinated schedules to optimize staffing and service delivery.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding patient needs and updates.
- Patient Care
- Intake and Outake
- Transportation to and from Appointments
- Money Management
Private Duty Home Care Aide
MED TEMPS, LLC
Tonawanda, NY
08.2019 - Current
- Assisted elderly clients with personal hygiene and other daily activities, including bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Recorded vitals and communicated with physicians to provide health updates.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Assisted with personal care needs of clients in private homes while supporting patient independence and well-being.
- Mopped floors, vacuumed, washed dishes and performed other household chores to assist clients.
- Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
- Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.
- Carried out important daily living tasks for patients by cooking meals, washing laundry and other household chores.
- Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation and shopping.
- Administered necessary medications as directed by care plan.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Maintained patient hygiene by administering bedpans, urinals, baths and shaves.
- Provided personal care and assistance to clients with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments or other errands as needed.
- Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living like meal preparation and feeding.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including changing linens, laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Assessed home environment for safety hazards and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Monitored client vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, temperature and blood pressure.
Private Duty Home Care Aide
Trusted CHOICE HOMECARE LLC
Buffalo, NY
02.2016 - 01.2019
- Assisted elderly clients with personal hygiene and other daily activities, including bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Carried out important daily living tasks for patients by cooking meals, washing laundry and other household chores.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.
- Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation and shopping.
- Mopped floors, vacuumed, washed dishes and performed other household chores to assist clients.
- Maintained patient hygiene by administering bedpans, urinals, baths and shaves.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Absolut Care Of Aurora Park
East Aurora, NY
02.2007 - 06.2015
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Used mobility devices and equipment to transport patients.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Lead Supervisor
Rely On Us Care
Buffalo, NY
Education
High School Diploma -
Burgard Vocational Highschool
Buffalo, NY06.2004
Some College (No Degree) - RN
Niagara County Community College
Sanborn, NYSkills
- Care plan management
- Compassionate client care
- Grooming and bathing assistance
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Valid New York State driver's license
- Reliable transportation
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- General housekeeping ability
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- HIPAA
- Wound care
- Able to lift 60 pounds
- Quick problem solver
- Understands medical procedures
- Infection control
- Community activities
- Client safety and first aid
- Knowledge of state regulations
- Client documentation
- Behavior redirection
- Charting expertise
- Helping with medication
- Toileting assistance
- Monitoring fluids
- Performing patient intakes
- Documenting behaviors
- Collecting vital signs
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Private duty caregiving
- Day-to-day meal preparation
- Client relationship management
- Professional communication
- Bedside manner
- G-tube care
- Feeding assistance expert
- Dressing assistance
References
WORK REFERENCES
Mrs & Mr. Robert Averill 101 Gorton Street Buffalo, Ny 14207., 610-348-8298
Destinee McBride 61 Alma Ave Buffalo, Ny 14211., 716-533-0662
Latece Fenty 90b Gardenvillage Apt 2 Cheektowaga, Ny 14227
PERSONAL REFERENCES
Mr. John A. Thomas 104 Comstock Ave Buffalo, Ny 14215., 716-432-5683
lee Manuel 108 Orange St Buffalo, Ny 14204., 716-796-1180
Kimmi Searles Lisbon Ave Buffalo, NY 14215., 716-495-3312
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant #NY000488290E
Timeline
Lead Supervisor
Rely On Us Care
08.2020 - Current
Private Duty Home Care Aide
MED TEMPS, LLC
08.2019 - Current
Private Duty Home Care Aide
Trusted CHOICE HOMECARE LLC
02.2016 - 01.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Absolut Care Of Aurora Park
02.2007 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Burgard Vocational Highschool
Lead Supervisor
Rely On Us Care
Some College (No Degree) - RN
Niagara County Community College