Shaquan Cummings
Brunswick,GA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant specializing in private, in-home care. Skilled in supporting clients with daily living activities, mobility assistance, and emotional well-being in a personalized, respectful manner. Experienced in working closely with families to provide consistent, high-quality care that promotes safety, comfort, and dignity. CPR and First Aid certified, with a strong emphasis on communication, trust-building, and creating a nurturing home environment that enhances clients’ overall quality of life.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Caregiving
Saint Simons, GA
10.2020 - Current
- Administered basic patient care by assisting with essential daily activities like bathing and dressing.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess wounds and behavioral issues in patients.
- Monitored and documented vital signs daily to inform treatment decisions.
- Facilitated proper nutrition through feeding assistance and careful intake monitoring.
- Promoted hygiene practices by helping patients with personal grooming tasks.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies by maintaining clutter-free environments for at-risk patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create tailored care plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA guidelines when handling patient information.
CNA
GHC Hospice
Brunswick, GA
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided compassionate assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), fostering patient dignity and independence in end-of-life care.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels, ensuring timely reporting of significant changes.
- Supported personal hygiene needs such as bathing, grooming, shaving, and oral care, promoting comfort and cleanliness.
- Delivered patient-centered care with empathy and attentiveness, contributing to increased patient and family satisfaction.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations while effectively communicating patient updates to the interdisciplinary care team.
- Responded promptly to call lights and ensured patient safety and comfort through proper use of bed rails, positioning techniques, and equipment adjustments.
- Applied safe transfer techniques and assistive devices, using correct body mechanics to prevent injury to both patients and self.
Caregiver
CaregiverHome Health Aid
Brunswick, GA
01.2015 - 07.2019
- Delivered high-quality personal care by assisting patients with daily activities such as bathing, feeding, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
Maintained a clean, safe, and sanitary environment to promote overall health and well-being for each patient.
Accompanied patients to medical appointments and ensured timely transportation as needed.
Monitored and recorded vital signs, administered medications as directed, and reported any changes in patient condition to nursing staff or supervisors.
Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance patients' mental and emotional well-being.
Assisted with light housekeeping, meal preparation, grocery shopping, laundry, and other household tasks to support patient independence.
Supported patients in managing personal finances and handling basic budgeting tasks when necessary.
Promoted physical activity and engagement to improve quality of life and support individual care plans.
Education
CNA License - Health
Coastal Pines Technical College
Brunswick Ga 12.2019
High school diploma -
UFT Secondary Charter School
Brooklyn, NY2013
Skills
- Personal care (bathing, grooming, toileting)
- Vital signs monitoring
- Mobility and transfer assistance
- Infection control practices
- Patient hygiene and comfort
- End-of-life care support
- Feeding and nutrition assistance
- CPR & First Aid certified
- Dementia and Alzheimer’s care
- Hospice and palliative care
- Use of assistive devices (wheelchairs, lifts)
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate communication
- Team collaboration
- Observation and reporting
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPR
- First Aid
Timeline
CNA
GHC Hospice
06.2023 - 06.2024
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Caregiving
10.2020 - Current
Caregiver
CaregiverHome Health Aid
01.2015 - 07.2019
CNA License - Health
Coastal Pines Technical College
High school diploma -
UFT Secondary Charter School