Shanika Walker
Griffin,GA
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician skilled in vital signs monitoring, compassionate care, and team collaboration. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and safety through individualized support and effective communication.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
4 Love Companion Care
Griffin, GA
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, enhancing overall hygiene standards.
- Supported mobility and transportation of patients, promoting independence and dignity.
Material Handler
Hoshizakiamerica
Griffin, GA
05.2022 - 04.2026
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently within warehouse.
- Maintained inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and audits.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline receiving and shipping processes.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality assurance and compliance with specifications.
Patient Care Taker
Brightmoor Hospice
Griffin, GA
02.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and dignity during end-of-life transitions.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff promptly.
Receiving Clerk
Master Brands Warehouse
Jackson, GA
03.2020 - 04.2022
- Received and inspected incoming shipments for accuracy and quality compliance.
- Organized warehouse inventory utilizing barcode scanning systems for efficient tracking.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline receiving processes and enhance operational workflow.
- Trained new staff on standard operating procedures for receiving and inventory management.
Senior Production Technician
Luxxotica
McDonough, GA
06.2017 - 02.2020
- Oversaw production workflows, ensuring adherence to quality standards and safety protocols.
- Mentored junior technicians, enhancing team skillsets and operational efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements, reducing production downtime and increasing output consistency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and streamline operations.
- Mentored junior technicians to develop their technical skills and knowledge in various production areas.
- Led initiatives to enhance workplace safety measures, promoting a safer work environment for all personnel.
Receptionist
New Generations Health Services Inc
Stockbridge, GA
07.2015 - 05.2017
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring efficient appointment scheduling and patient flow.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Coordinated communication between patients and healthcare providers to enhance service delivery.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems for seamless access.
- Assisted in training new staff on office procedures and customer interaction protocols.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering a welcoming environment and promoting retention.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
Direct Care Provider
Ga Baptist Children Group Home
Zebulon, GA
09.2010 - 07.2015
- Provided compassionate care and support to children with diverse needs in residential setting.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to address emotional and behavioral challenges.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic development of each child.
- Monitored daily activities, ensuring safety and adherence to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of incidents, behaviors, and interventions for compliance reporting.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Provided medication management services, ensuring all prescribed medications were administered accurately and on time.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Gordon State College
Barnesville, GANo Degree - Medical Assisting
Herzing University
Dearborn, MI12-2026
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Catheter care
- Feeding assistance
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient services
- Emergency response
- Emotional support
- Healthy meal preparation
- Hospice and palliative care
- Wound care
- Qualified in patient transport
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Compassionate care
- Safety protocols
- Health monitoring
- Physical therapy support
- Healthcare expertise
- Bed preparation
- Patient hygiene management
- Basic nursing care
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Monitoring patient conditions
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Languages
English
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
4 Love Companion Care
08.2024 - Current
Material Handler
Hoshizakiamerica
05.2022 - 04.2026
Patient Care Taker
Brightmoor Hospice
02.2022 - 01.2024
Receiving Clerk
Master Brands Warehouse
03.2020 - 04.2022
Senior Production Technician
Luxxotica
06.2017 - 02.2020
Receptionist
New Generations Health Services Inc
07.2015 - 05.2017
Direct Care Provider
Ga Baptist Children Group Home
09.2010 - 07.2015
No Degree - Nursing
Gordon State College
No Degree - Medical Assisting
Herzing University