Shanikka Hyman
Largo,MD
Summary
Driven healthcare professional with more than 10 years of experience in the medical field. Highly adaptable and dedicated to producing error -free results , safety working conditions and quality service . Excellent time management skills , and well developed ability to work and perform well in a team.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
STAR TEAM PCT-Specialty Train and Responsive
Hartford Hospital
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Collaborated with team members for effective communication and coordination during high-volume periods.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to promptly address any concerns or emergencies, prioritizing patient safety and well-being at all times.
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Supported patients'' physical mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises as directed by nursing staff.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Organize and replenish unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
Patient Care Associate (CNA)
Gaylord Hospital for Specialty Care
09.2016 - 06.2020
- Provided safe and effective patient care services in compliance with nursing standards.
- Assisted nursing staff with administering wound treatments.
- Demonstrated effective problem-solving skills for patient-related issues as well as reported unusual changes in patients' health condition
- Promote physical therapy goals through guided exercise routines with patients experiencing mobility challenges or recovering from surgery.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Provided empathetic support to patients experiencing difficult emotions related to their injury or illness while under the supervision of a licensed therapist.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Waters Edge for Health & Rehabilitation
10.2010 - 12.2016
- Provided care for residents in rehab, long-term care, and hospice care. Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation. Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Educated family members on best practices for home care, empowering relatives to support the ongoing health of their loved ones. Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
DAY SERVICE INSTRUCTOR
CCARC
10.2013 - 09.2016
- Tracked client progress, frequently checking in with struggling clients and identifying the root causes of problems. Promote a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Organized extracurricular activities that enriched clients' 'experiences beyond the classroom setting.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify triggers and patterns of behavior, informing intervention strategies. Maintained accurate records of student progress and interventions, ensuring data-driven decision-making for support strategies.
Education
Studies -
Capital Community College
Hartford, CTStudies -
Middlesex CC
Middletown, CTCertification - Business
MIDDLESEX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Middletown, CT2018
High School Diploma -
Middletown High School
Middletown, CT06.2007
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Computer Proficient
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Active listening
- Multitasking abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork
- Creativity
Certification
- Certified Board of Sterile Processing, 02/2023, 02/2028
- Certified Nursing Assistant, 2009, Present
- Basic Life Support American Heart Association, 06/2023, 06/2025
Timeline
STAR TEAM PCT-Specialty Train and Responsive
Hartford Hospital
01.2021 - 09.2023
Patient Care Associate (CNA)
Gaylord Hospital for Specialty Care
09.2016 - 06.2020
DAY SERVICE INSTRUCTOR
CCARC
10.2013 - 09.2016
Certified Nurse Assistant
Waters Edge for Health & Rehabilitation
10.2010 - 12.2016
Studies -
Capital Community College
Studies -
Middlesex CC
Certification - Business
MIDDLESEX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
High School Diploma -
Middletown High School
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