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Sharmaine Hopkins

Rowlett,TX

Summary

Since being an active CNA for 17 years. The passion in doing CNA work has always been making sure the best care is provided to whomever path is crossed. Being in love with this profession makes giving it 200% effortless Taking this profession state to state would be an honor, and also a blessing to others.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shiftkey
Dallas, TX
03.2018 - Current
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 15-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Private Client
Dallas, TX
09.2010 - 06.2021
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 15 bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.

Behavioral Aide

Denton State Supported Living Center
Denton, TX
05.1999 - 09.2009
  • Supervised safety, behavior and mental actions during scheduled and emergency trips off campus.
  • Worked with adult and adolescent patients to provide emotional support and closely monitor potentially dangerous changes to behavior.
  • Answered 15-20 daily office phone calls for doctors, and physic appointments, questions and visitation rules.
  • Maintained patient rooms by making beds, sweeping units, and wiping down surfaces.
  • Performed intake triage, vitals and assisted patients with mental health screenings.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Richland College
Dallas, TX
05.2012

CNA Certification -

Centric Nursing Institue
Garland, TX
02.2001

Skills

  • Charting Expertise
  • Wound Care
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Feeding Assistance Expertise
  • Supporting Personal Needs
  • Catheter Change and Preparation
  • General Housekeeping Abilities
  • EMR Systems
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Intake Recording
  • Measuring Bodily Fluids
  • First Aid
  • Documentation Procedures Expertise
  • Documenting Behaviors
  • Inpatient Care

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • BLS - Basic Life Support
  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shiftkey
03.2018 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Private Client
09.2010 - 06.2021

Behavioral Aide

Denton State Supported Living Center
05.1999 - 09.2009

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Richland College

CNA Certification -

Centric Nursing Institue

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