Shania Jones
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Roxborough Memorial Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
- Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Reassured patients by explaining medical practices and processes in easy-to-understand terminology.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Psychiatric Technician
Mainline Health
09.2020 - 03.2023
- Worked one-on-one with patients admitted to the psychiatric treatment floor.
- Administered psychotropic medications both orally and via shots as ordered.
- Conducted assessments and evaluations.
- Completed treatment plans with the treatment team.
- Led some group therapy sessions for patients.
- Conducted group therapy sessions for admitted patients.
- Met one-on-one with individual patients for daily treatment care.
Nursing Assistant
Tulip Special Care
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mastery Charter School
Philadelphia, PA06.2022
Skills
- Patient Records
- Acute and Chronic Health Issues
- Caregiver
- Nursing Skills
- Acute Care Settings
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Service
- Patient Care
- Patient Observation
- Medical Technology
- Vital Documentation
- Hospitality
- Mental Health Support
- Professional boundaries
- Behavioral Management
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Roxborough Memorial Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Psychiatric Technician
Mainline Health
09.2020 - 03.2023
Nursing Assistant
Tulip Special Care
09.2018 - 07.2020
High School Diploma -
Mastery Charter School