Shanetta Chism
Jemison,AL
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.
Professional in healthcare with solid experience in clinical and administrative duties. Skilled in patient care, medical procedures, and electronic health records. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and delivering high-quality results. Reliable in fast-paced environments and adept at supporting medical staff and patients effectively.
Experienced with healthcare procedures and patient assistance. Utilizes strong organizational skills to maintain efficient office operations and support patient care. Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical protocols ensures smooth coordination and effective patient communication.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Eminence Urgent Care
Calera, AL
10.2025 - Current
- Administered patient care procedures, ensuring compliance with medical protocols and standards.
- Assisted healthcare providers with examinations, facilitating efficient patient flow and experience.
- Managed electronic health records system, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality of patient information.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and follow-up appointments, enhancing operational efficiency in clinic workflow.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and preventive care measures, promoting informed healthcare decisions.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for timely provider assessment.
CNA
Southern Care New Beacon Hospice
Alabaster
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
CNA
Anchored Medical Agency
Homewood, AL
01.2021 - 10.2023
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Vision Christian Academy
Montevallo, AL05-2024
Skills
- Feeding Assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Patient Care
- Compassionate communication
- Compassion and Empathy
- Vital signs monitoring
- Condition Monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Lifting
- Care plan implementation
- Indirect Patient Care
- Toileting assistance
- Patient-focused care
- Electronic Charting
- Transporting patients
- Assisting with personal grooming
- General housekeeping ability
- Understands medical procedures
- Performing patient intakes
- Ambulation Assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Customer service
- Patient scheduling
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Eminence Urgent Care
10.2025 - Current
CNA
Southern Care New Beacon Hospice
10.2023 - 01.2025
CNA
Anchored Medical Agency
01.2021 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
New Vision Christian Academy