Shaniyah Turner
Deland,FL
Summary
Skilled Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in patient care. Demonstrates expertise in health education and emergency response, coupled with a profound ability to offer compassion and empathy. Achieved significant improvements in patient satisfaction and safety through meticulous attention to detail and effective team coordination.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Alliance Community
DeLand, FL
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
Medication Aide/Resident Assistant
Grandvillas. ALF
DeLand, FL
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
- Achieved high levels of efficiency while distributing medications by organizing daily routines around individual patient schedules and needs.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of medical emergencies, providing crucial assistance during critical situations as needed.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Served as an approachable resource for residents seeking advice or assistance with personal or academic issues.
- Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Enhanced resident satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving conflicts within the community.
- Changed bed linens, dumped trash, and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
- Conducted regular room inspections to ensure adherence to residence hall policies, maintaining a clean and organized living environment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance skills and stay current with best practices in higher education and student affairs.
Home Health Aide
Sandcastle Homecare
Deland
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
Medication Aide/Resident Assistant
Good Samaritan Society
DeLand, FL
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Facilitated seamless shift changes by thoroughly documenting medication administration activities for incoming team members.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crescent City High School
Crescent City, FL05.2019
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Emergency Care
- Health Education
- Team Coordination
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Attention to Detail
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Prescription Verification
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication Administration
- Healthcare regulations
- Safety Management
- Resident support
- Daily living assistance
- Patient Care
- Emergency Response
- CPR Certification
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Companionship and emotional support
- Observing responses
- Basic Life Support
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Certified Medication Technician
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Home Health Aide (HHA)
- BLS Certification
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate communication
- Patient Transfers
- Reliable team player
- Ambulation Assistance
- Supporting personal needs
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable transportation
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- HHA - Home Health Aide
Timeline
CNA
Alliance Community
07.2024 - Current
Medication Aide/Resident Assistant
Grandvillas. ALF
07.2023 - 07.2024
Home Health Aide
Sandcastle Homecare
01.2023 - 07.2023
Medication Aide/Resident Assistant
Good Samaritan Society
02.2021 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Crescent City High School