Shannon Johnson
Okeechobee,FL
Summary
Highly-motivated individual with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Visiting Nurses Association
Okeechobee, FL
02.2015 - Current
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Participated in developing individualized care plans based on medical orders and assessments.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
- Instructed family members regarding proper home care techniques and infection control procedures.
- Provided emotional support to clients dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life situations.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
Caring for a Sick Relative
none
Okeechobee, FL
05.2011 - 02.2015
Patient Care Assistant
Raulerson Hospital
Okeechobee, FL
08.2007 - 05.2011
- Provided assistance to nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and transferring patients.
- Monitored vital signs including pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Collected specimens for laboratory tests upon request of medical staff.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided.
- Assisted with ambulation and positioning of patients according to their plan of care.
- Performed range-of-motion exercises with immobile patients to prevent muscle atrophy.
- Reported any changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse immediately.
- Provided emotional support for distressed patients and families during difficult times.
- Educated patients about health maintenance and disease prevention measures.
- Answered call lights promptly to ensure timely response to patient needs.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols.
- Participated in developing individualized plans of care based on patient assessments.
- Prepared rooms for incoming patients by stocking supplies and ensuring equipment is functioning properly.
- Observed safety precautions when handling hazardous materials such as linens, soiled dressings or infectious waste.
- Complemented nursing interventions by providing comfort measures such as back rubs or blankets.
- Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FLSkills
- Behavioral Management
- Client documentation
- Progress Documentation
- Care plan assessment
- Compassionate client care
- State regulations knowledge
Certification
- Currently Licensed through the Department of Health as a Certified Nurses Assistant
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Visiting Nurses Association
02.2015 - Current
Caring for a Sick Relative
none
05.2011 - 02.2015
Patient Care Assistant
Raulerson Hospital
08.2007 - 05.2011
- Currently Licensed through the Department of Health as a Certified Nurses Assistant
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Indian River State College
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