Shanikua Goins
Rochester,NY
Summary
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Friendly Senior Living
2023.02 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs promptly.
- Prevent bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Assisted in emergencies under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
Med Tech
Legacy Grand Vie
2023.08 - 2024.01
- Pass Meds
- Document incident reports,
- Order meds
- Keep track of narcotics,
- Constant communication with Medical Doctors & Pharmacists
- Patient care, Meal preps, and be aware of skin breakdowns
- Receive medication orders, Documentation
Transporter
Highland Hospital
2020.08 - 2023.09
- Ensured patient safety by properly positioning patients on stretchers, wheelchairs, and other transport equipment.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport equipment to minimize infection risk for patients and staff.
- Transport patient's blood and other labs around the hospital
- Contributed to a safe environment for all individuals within the hospital by adhering to established safety policies and procedures at all times.
- Maintained strong professional relationships with colleagues across various departments, promoting teamwork for efficient patient care delivery.
- Acted as an advocate for patients'' needs while being transported around the facility, ensuring their dignity was preserved at all times.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Ann's Community
2022.03 - 2023.01
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevent bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Jewish Senior Life
2021.09 - 2022.03
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Direct Support Professional
Epilepsy Pralide
2019.02 - 2020.08
- Provide ADL's (showering, toileting, dressing, cooking, laundry, finances, transporting, schedules, and medications)
- Teaching how to self-advocate and providing support in difficult situations
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
Patient Care Technician & Radiology Tech Assistant
Rochester General Health Systems
2014.09 - 2019.01
- Increased efficiency by implementing new processes and providing administrative support to management.
- Assistant patient with day-to-day rotation while in hospital.
- Log patients in and out for Radiology exams,
- Set follow-up appointments, Set up transportation,
- Confirm orders, make IV kits, Prep contras, Clean exam rooms
- Improved patient throughput by assisting with positioning patients accurately and securely for imaging studies.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff by adhering to strict radiation safety guidelines and protocols.
- Safeguarded confidential patient information by diligently following HIPAA regulations in record-keeping practices.
Patient Care Aide
Work Fit Staffing Agency
2013.09 - 2014.08
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and personalized care services.
- Educated patients on self-care activities such as grooming, bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, and other daily living tasks when appropriate.
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient patient care operations.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care plans for each patient.
- Provided meal assistance for patients who had difficulty eating independently or needed specialized diets due to medical conditions or personal preferences.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
Education
Nursing Assistance
Jewish Home of Rochester
Rochester, NY11.2021
BBA - Accounting And Business Management
Genesee Community College
Batavia, NY08.2018
Associate in Liberal Arts -
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY12.2011
Associate of Arts - Accounting And Business Management
School of Business Finance And Entrepreneurship At Edison Tech
Rochester, NY07.2004
Skills
- CNA
- Home Health
- Hospital experience
- Disability
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Access
- Accounting
- Vital signs
- Multitasking Abilities
- Medication Administration
- Medical Terminology
- CPR Certification
- Organizational Skills
- Transporting Patients
- Medical imaging
- Front desk
- Typing
- Leadership
- Customer service
- Cash register
- Cash handling
Certification
- Driver's License
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CNA
Additional Information
- Skills USA Member
- Track Team
- Math League
- Science and Technology entry Program at RIT
- National Society of Black Engineers
- Peer Mediator
- Monroe Community College
- 2008-2011
- Rochester, New York
- Liberal Arts and Science: General Studies AS
- Personal Money Management
- Issues in child development and health
- Early child care and education
- Computer application and Software
- Interpersonal Speech and Communication
- Communication and crisis
- Highly organized individual with a keen eye for details
- Ability to work independently as well as in a group; self-directed and team player
- Strong organization and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
- Excellent writing, math, and oral communication skills
- Strong computer skills proficiency in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint)
- Demonstrates ability to relate and interact with diverse youth and adults coming from different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds
- Strong communication and action when making and implementing strategic plans and visions
- Ability to work weekends and evening hours when necessary
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Med Tech
Legacy Grand Vie
2023.08 - 2024.01
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Friendly Senior Living
2023.02 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Ann's Community
2022.03 - 2023.01
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Jewish Senior Life
2021.09 - 2022.03
Transporter
Highland Hospital
2020.08 - 2023.09
Direct Support Professional
Epilepsy Pralide
2019.02 - 2020.08
Patient Care Technician & Radiology Tech Assistant
Rochester General Health Systems
2014.09 - 2019.01
Patient Care Aide
Work Fit Staffing Agency
2013.09 - 2014.08
Nursing Assistance
Jewish Home of Rochester
BBA - Accounting And Business Management
Genesee Community College
Associate in Liberal Arts -
Monroe Community College
Associate of Arts - Accounting And Business Management
School of Business Finance And Entrepreneurship At Edison Tech
- Driver's License
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CNA
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