Shannon CaRR
Farwell ,MI
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Isabella County Medical Care Facility
05.2017 - Current
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
Detoxing Aide
BRS(Behavorial Rehabilitation Services)
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Managed incoming correspondence to enhance employee performance and reduce time spent on processing and responding.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Notified manager of incidents and potential incidents relating to patients and staff for swift action.
- Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Printed prescription requests and queries in compliance with practice protocol.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
- Kept detox room neat and organized by stacking magazines, removing trash, and cleaning glass.
- Used computer programs and registration systems to schedule patients for routine and complex procedures.
- Fielded concerns surrounding patients and care, liaising between physician, patient, and insurance company.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others
Home Care Manger
Helene's Home Health Care
07.2007 - 03.2016
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, and other enabling services for patients.
- Successfully negotiated client contract renewals to create increased revenue.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
- Scheduled surgeries, managed pre-certifications and verified insurance coverage.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided support to promote client safety and wellbeing.
- Arranged transportation and documented details of discharge transition plans.
- Maintained detailed records in compliance with agency standards and regulations.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems
Education
High School Diploma -
Clare High School
Clare, MI05.1989
Skills
- EMR Systems
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Medications Familiarity
- Medication Assistance
- Charting Expertise
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Wound Care
- Feeding Assistance Expertise
- Medical Records Management
- Medical Procedures Understanding
- Documenting Behaviors
- Patient Assessments
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Medical Office Administration
- Trustworthy Companion
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
CNA
Isabella County Medical Care Facility
05.2017 - Current
Detoxing Aide
BRS(Behavorial Rehabilitation Services)
10.2016 - 05.2017
Home Care Manger
Helene's Home Health Care
07.2007 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Clare High School
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
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