Shanice James
New Haven,CT
Summary
Dedicated professional with a history at Caring People Home Health Care Agency, demonstrating exceptional patience, care, and planning coordination. Excelled in patient care and housekeeping, significantly enhancing client quality of life. Certified in first aid and CPR, showcasing a commitment to safety and well-being. Renowned for creativity, innovation, and fostering meaningful relationships, ensuring high levels of patient satisfaction and trust.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Kidz Tyme Learning Center
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
Individual Aide
Aces Whitney Academy
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Utilized creativity in developing engaging activities tailored to individual interests, helping patients maintain cognitive function while enjoying leisure time.
- Improved patient nutrition through meal planning, preparation, and feeding assistance when required.
- Provided companionship during difficult periods of illness or recovery for emotional support.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any significant changes to medical staff, ensuring timely intervention when necessary.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, promoting open communication about care concerns or preferences.
Caregiver
Caring People Home Health Care Agency
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Cashier
Dunkin' Donuts
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Education
Associate Of General Studies - Gender Studies
Wilbur Cross
New Haven, CT06.2020
Skills
- Patience and tolerance
- Planning and coordination
- Creativity and innovation
- Assertiveness
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- First aid and safety
- Housekeeping
- Infant CPR certified
- First aid and CPR certified
Timeline
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Kidz Tyme Learning Center
08.2024 - 02.2025
Individual Aide
Aces Whitney Academy
11.2023 - 06.2024
Caregiver
Caring People Home Health Care Agency
03.2021 - 06.2023
Cashier
Dunkin' Donuts
08.2019 - 02.2022
Associate Of General Studies - Gender Studies
Wilbur Cross
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