Shannon Elam
Georgetown,OH
Summary
Dedicated healthcare and machine operation professional with a strong background in direct patient care, machine operation, and administrative support. Proven ability to multi-task, problem-solve, and work in high-paced environments while maintaining attention to detail. Skilled in communication, teamwork, and organizational efficiency, with a commitment to providing high-quality service and care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA)
Ohio Valley Manor
09.2024 - Current
- Provide personal care and companionship to residents
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including mobility and hygiene
- Support patients during meals and ensure their comfort
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Machine Operator
Huhtamaki
06.2021 - 09.2024
- Operated and maintained machinery to ensure optimal performance
- Conducted periodic inspections to maintain product quality
- Assisted in installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment
State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA)
Batavia Nursing Care Center
10.2017 - 06.2021
- Assisted residents with daily living activities (ADLs), including hygiene and meals
- Provided compassionate care and companionship to patients
- Ensured patient safety and comfort
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Director Assistant/Home Health Aide
Person Centered Services
04.2010 - 09.2017
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Georgetown High School
Georgetown, OHSkills
- Healthcare & Patient Support: ADLs
- Vital signs monitoring
- Machine Operation
- Safety compliance
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Communication & Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills
- Feeding assistance
- Patient care
- Collaboration
- Vital sign recording
- Adaptability
- Documenting behaviors
- Time Management & Multitasking: Efficient in high-paced environments
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Quick decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Organizational & Documentation Skills: Record-keeping
- Scheduling
- Planning
Timeline
State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA)
Ohio Valley Manor
09.2024 - Current
Machine Operator
Huhtamaki
06.2021 - 09.2024
State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA)
Batavia Nursing Care Center
10.2017 - 06.2021
Director Assistant/Home Health Aide
Person Centered Services
04.2010 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Georgetown High School
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