Shanice Hargrave
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Memory Care Caregiver
Washington Pointe Las Colinas
09.2018 - Current
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
Mental Health Technician
Haven Behavioral Hospital
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients in collaboration with mental health professionals.
Sterile Processing Technician
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
10.2019 - 10.2019
- Supported departmental goals by assisting in performance evaluations, providing input on areas needing improvement.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Troubleshot medical equipment malfunctions and reported issues to appropriate personnel.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Promoted a safe working environment, adhering to established guidelines for handling hazardous materials.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
Residential Assistant
SON Valley
08.2016 - 02.2018
- Spearheaded the creation of a resident newsletter to keep occupants informed and engaged with community news, events, and updates.
- Provided swift and knowledgeable emergency support in line with campus crisis protocols.
- Monitored student behavior and responded to disciplinary issues in accordance with established policies.
- Upheld all university and residence hall rules, regulations, and policies.
Education
No Degree - Medical Front Office Assistant
Dallas College
Farmers Branch, TX12.2024
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Empowering The Masses
Dallas, TX04.2024
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Irving Isd Adult Literacy Program
Irving, TX12.2023
No Degree - Sterile Processing Technology
Sips Consults
Dallas, TX09.2020
Skills
- Mobility Assistance
- Attentive to People
- Communication Assistance
- Documentation
- CPR/AED
- HIPAA Compliance
- First aid and safety
- Elderly Care
- PPE Usage
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Client documentation
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Haven Behavioral Hospital
06.2021 - 07.2021
Sterile Processing Technician
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
10.2019 - 10.2019
Memory Care Caregiver
Washington Pointe Las Colinas
09.2018 - Current
Residential Assistant
SON Valley
08.2016 - 02.2018
No Degree - Medical Front Office Assistant
Dallas College
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Empowering The Masses
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Irving Isd Adult Literacy Program
No Degree - Sterile Processing Technology
Sips Consults