SHARICE Hunt
Bellflower,CA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant experienced in diverse healthcare settings, including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation. Achieved positive patient satisfaction and quality care through strong clinical skills, including vital sign monitoring and medication administration, while fostering relationships with patients and families. Dedicated to delivering top-quality, patient-centered care by effectively addressing acute and chronic conditions.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hair Braider/Small Business Owner
Braids and Styles by Peaches
Bellflower, California
03.2006 - Current
- Crafted intricate hair braids using diverse techniques to meet client preferences.
- Consulted with clients to determine their desired hair braiding looks.
- Prepared and braided hair for clients according to their individual needs and preferences.
- Educated clients on techniques to maintain and style braids.
- Educated clients on effective hair care and maintenance to extend braid longevity.
- Analyzed customer's hair type prior to beginning a service in order to ensure best results.
- Studied clients' facial features to plan braids and achieve desired effect.
- Created unique hairstyles based on customer requests or special occasions.
- Created innovative styles by blending contemporary trends with traditional techniques.
- Suggested suitable salon and retail products to enhance clients' hair health.
- Recommended additional services or products that may benefit the customer's hair health or appearance.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for efficient service delivery.
- Cleaned and sanitized styling tools, equipment, and workstation between each client.
- Collaborated with team members to improve service quality and customer experience.
- Resolved client concerns promptly to ensure satisfaction during appointments.
- Provided consultations with clients to determine desired style or look.
- Assisted in managing inventory of hair care products and tools.
- Managed bookings by scheduling appointments via telephone or online platforms.
- Kept detailed records of services rendered and products used for each client.
- Pre-booked future appointments to increase repeat business.
HHA/Caregiver
Celestial Care LLC
Milwaukee, WI
01.2025 - 02.2026
- Provided personal care and assistance with daily living activities for clients.
- Administered medications and monitored health conditions according to healthcare professionals' instructions.
- Facilitated client mobility and transportation to promote independence.
- Updated families on client condition changes to ensure informed care.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Supported clients emotionally through companionship and active listening skills.
- Prepared meals and snacks following prescribed diets to support client health.
CNA
Magnolia Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Forest, Mississippi
06.2019 - 09.2023
- Facilitated daily living activities and personal care to enhance residents' comfort and well-being.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement care plans effectively.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care.
- Delivered emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering a supportive community environment.
- Upheld cleanliness and safety standards in resident living areas, ensuring a hygienic and secure environment.
Resident Aide
Layton Terrace
Greenfield, Wisconsin
07.2014 - 09.2014
- Answered call lights, changed linens, held activities, assisted in the dining room, and transported residents to and from activities and meals.
- Monitored resident health and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Facilitated engaging activities to promote social interaction among residents.
- Organized activities that encouraged social interaction among residents, enhancing their community engagement.
HHA
Barry Healthcare
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
03.2012 - 09.2013
- Visited patient homes and assisted with bathing, light housekeeping, shopping, laundry, companionship, hospice, prepared meals, and medication reminders. Monitored blood pressures, temperatures, pulse rates, and blood sugar readings.
- Visited patient homes and assisted with bathing, light housekeeping, shopping, laundry, companionship, hospice, prepared meals, and medication reminders.
- Coordinated and managed medication schedules, ensuring timely and accurate administration for clients.
- Monitored patient health and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
HHA/CNA
ComForCare
, Wisconsin
06.2011 - 09.2012
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Supported clients in daily living activities and personal care to promote independence and dignity.
- Monitored and documented vital signs and health changes to ensure timely response to client needs.
- Offered companionship and emotional support to improve client well-being and reduce feelings of isolation.
Direct Care Supervisor
Gray Family Homes
Toledo, Ohio
11.2010 - 06.2011
- Supervised daily operations and care activities for residents at Gray Family Homes.
- Trained staff on best practices for resident care and safety protocols.
- Coordinated schedules to ensure adequate staffing for optimal resident support.
- Monitored resident progress and provided timely updates to families and staff to ensure continuity of care.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss care strategies and improve service delivery.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with residents and families to address specific needs and preferences.
- Addressed emergency situations swiftly to ensure resident safety and well-being.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and facility policies.
- Collaborated with families and outside agencies regarding resident needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all services provided to residents.
- Administered medications according to facility policy.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to collaboratively assess and enhance resident care strategies.
- Joined on-call rotation to deliver timely support to residents outside regular hours.
- Arranged medical appointments for residents at local healthcare facilities.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
CNA
Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
12.2009 - 09.2010
- Provided compassionate care to residents in nursing and rehabilitation settings.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing their comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Facilitated resident mobility through safe transfers and ambulation support.
- Recorded care activities in electronic health records system, ensuring accurate documentation for continuity of care.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Communicated effectively with residents, families, and healthcare team members.
CNA
Essential Staffing Solutions
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
09.2008 - 10.2009
- Monitored vital signs and promptly reported changes to nursing staff, facilitating timely interventions.
- Accurately documented patient care activities in electronic health records, ensuring compliance and continuity of care.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Communicated effectively with residents to provide emotional support and companionship.
- Facilitated safe transportation of residents between departments within the facility.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
CNA
Cameo Care Campus
Milwaukee, WI
07.2008 - 09.2008
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Supported residents during meals to promote proper nutrition and hydration.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records system.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident living spaces and common areas.
- Communicated effectively with residents to foster emotional support and companionship.
CNA
First Call Medical Staffing
Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
08.2007 - 05.2008
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident living spaces and common areas to promote a safe and welcoming environment.
- Communicated effectively with residents to provide emotional support and companionship.
- Communicated effectively with residents to provide emotional support and companionship, fostering a sense of community and well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident living spaces and common areas.
CNA/Med Tech
St. Clare Terrace
Greenfield, Wisconsin
09.2006 - 04.2007
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Supported residents in daily activities and personal care to enhance their quality of life.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Moved residents safely between different areas of the facility.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
CNA
Mount Carmel Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Cente
Greenfield, Wisconsin
06.2004 - 06.2005
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of resident living spaces and common areas to promote a safe and comfortable environment.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Recorded patient care activities accurately in electronic health records system to ensure seamless communication among the healthcare team.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Offered emotional support to family members, helping them navigate challenging situations.
CNA
Sunrise Care Center
Greenfield, Wisconsin
11.2003 - 11.2004
- Supported residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene to enhance overall well-being.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of resident living spaces and common areas to promote a safe and comfortable environment.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Supported residents during meals, ensuring proper nutrition and hydration.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in the electronic health records system.
- Communicated effectively with residents to provide emotional support and companionship.
- Recorded patient care activities in the electronic health records to ensure accurate documentation.
Education
Associate of Arts - Cosmetology
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA 05.2026 - 05.2026
Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician
Penn Foster College
Scranton, PA 12.2010 - 08.2011
Certified Nurse Assistant - Certified Nurses Assistant
Quality Healthcare Options
Wauwatosa, WI 08.2003 - 10.2003
High School Diploma - General Education
Kilmer South
Milwaukee, WI 09.1998 - 06.2003
Skills
- Braiding techniques
- Hair styling
- Protective hairstyling
- Styling techniques
- Product application
- Client consultations
- Client assessments
- Health assessments
- Health monitoring
- Product sourcing
- Wellness checks
- Client follow-up
- Client feedback
- Client relations
- Customer assistance
- Appointment scheduling
- Appointment reminders
- Salon organization
- Salon maintenance
- Inventory management
- Product sourcing
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Client communication
- Hair styling
- Salon maintenance
- Appointment scheduling
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Team collaboration
- Medications administration
- Creative problem solving
- Vital signs monitoring
- Conflict resolution
- End-of-life care
- Medication assistance
- Emotional support
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient advocacy
- Attention to detail
- Infection control practices
- Dressing assistance
- Basic life support
- Critical thinking
- Toileting assistance
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Cultural sensitivity
- Problem-solving
- Lifting and transferring
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Wound care
- Clinical documentation
- Feeding assistance
- Active listening
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassion and empathy
- Multitasking and organization
- Emergency response
- Patient management
- Performing patient intakes
- Preparing meals
- Geriatric care
- Collecting specimens
- Healthcare ethics
- Compassionate caregiver
- Care plan implementation
- Blood glucose testing
- Recording vital signs
- Activity planning
- Meal planning
- Adaptable
- Tracheostomy care
- Light housekeeping
- Ambulation assistance
- Pediatric care
- General housekeeping
- Range of motion exercises
- DBMS
- Bedside manner
- Urinary catheter care
Certification
CNA Registration, #271018
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Associate of Arts - Cosmetology
Cerritos College
05.2026 - 05.2026
HHA/Caregiver
Celestial Care LLC
01.2025 - 02.2026
CNA
Magnolia Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
06.2019 - 09.2023
Resident Aide
Layton Terrace
07.2014 - 09.2014
HHA
Barry Healthcare
03.2012 - 09.2013
HHA/CNA
ComForCare
06.2011 - 09.2012
Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician
Penn Foster College
12.2010 - 08.2011
Direct Care Supervisor
Gray Family Homes
11.2010 - 06.2011
CNA
Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services
12.2009 - 09.2010
CNA
Essential Staffing Solutions
09.2008 - 10.2009
CNA
Cameo Care Campus
07.2008 - 09.2008
CNA
First Call Medical Staffing
08.2007 - 05.2008
CNA/Med Tech
St. Clare Terrace
09.2006 - 04.2007
Hair Braider/Small Business Owner
Braids and Styles by Peaches
03.2006 - Current
CNA
Mount Carmel Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Cente
06.2004 - 06.2005
CNA
Sunrise Care Center
11.2003 - 11.2004
Certified Nurse Assistant - Certified Nurses Assistant
Quality Healthcare Options
08.2003 - 10.2003
High School Diploma - General Education
Kilmer South
09.1998 - 06.2003