Sharmara White
Bolingbrook,IL
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with expertise in assisted living and patient care. Supports residents in daily hygiene, grooming, and mobility, while monitoring vital signs and addressing comfort needs. Collaborates with nursing staff to ensure prompt responses to health concerns and maintains clean, safe environments that adhere to infection control standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eden Vista
Burr Ridge, Illinois
03.2025 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and communicated significant changes to nursing staff to ensure timely interventions.
- Supervised certified nursing assistant routines to uphold compliance with care protocols and enhance resident safety. certified nursing assistant routines on skilled nursing floor
- Repositioned residents to support comfort and pressure injury prevention.
- Supported mealtime service with feeding assistance and hydration reminders.
- Documented resident care in charts and shift reports to maintain accurate health records.
- Responded promptly to call lights and resident requests.
- Communicated resident concerns with nurses and the caregiving team.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saratoga Grove Retirement Living
Downers Grove, IL
12.2017 - 03.2025
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices
- Supported patients in managing bathing, grooming, and hygiene needs to promote comfort and dignity
- Assisted patients with daily tasks effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
- Collected dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to meet nutritional objectives and enhance wellness
- Assessed patients to identify and address wounds and behavioral concerns, ensuring timely intervention for health issues
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Certified Nursing Assistant
Abcor Home Health Inc
Woodridge, IL
12.2016 - 03.2018
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
- Delivered assistance to elderly clients in daily activities including bathing, dressing, physical transfers and care for incontinence
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhanced quality of life
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals, including purchasing ingredients from local shops
- Provided support for clients' mental and emotional needs, contributing to improved physical outcomes and overall wellbeing
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in the establishment of long-term, professional relationships
Certified Nursing Assistant
Larlin Health Services
Downers Grove, IL
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Enhanced patient lives through effective, compassionate care tailored to individual needs
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
- Supported patients with daily chores and errands, including transportation to appointments and maintaining personal spaces
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness
- Promoted patient engagement in safe physical activities to elevate mood and enhance overall wellness
- Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals, including purchasing ingredients from local shops
Education
Certified Nurse Assistant - Certified Nurse Assistant Training
CMK Healthcare And Training Center
05.2014 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
Naperville Central High School
Naperville, ILSkills
- Patient care
- ADL assistance
- Vital signs
- Dementia care
- Geriatric care
- Hospice care
- Home care
- Assisted living
- Nursing home experience
- Home health
- Meal preparation
- Patient observation
- Policy adherence
- Cleaning
- Driving
- CPR
Personal Information
- Driving License: Driver's License
- Availability: Anywhere
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) June 2014 to Present, CNA, Driver's License, CPR Certification, CPR
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eden Vista
03.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saratoga Grove Retirement Living
12.2017 - 03.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Abcor Home Health Inc
12.2016 - 03.2018
Certified Nurse Assistant - Certified Nurse Assistant Training
CMK Healthcare And Training Center
05.2014 - 06.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Larlin Health Services
01.2014 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
Naperville Central High School