Sharmila Carpenter
Gaithersburg,MD
Summary
I'm enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of my task and continuously participate in trainings and motivated to learn, grow and excel in my career. In the healthcare field for 4 years with experience in hospitals,nursing homes,rehabs,assistant living facilities as a Caregiver,Companion,CNA,CMT and now a Covid-19 Vaccinator and Swabber at Covid clinics.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COVID-19 Vaccinator
BrightStar Care/Spartan Medical
Gaithersburg, Maryland
11.2021 - Current
- Administered vaccinations via intramuscular injection and completed proper documentation.
- Completed over 100 screening questions with patients following CDC guidelines.
- Wore face mask, eye protection, medical gloves, and PAPR.
- Documented patient care accurately and concisely in [Prepmod System].
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
CNA/MED TECH
Careplus Home Health
Gaithersburg, Maryland
10.2020 - 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.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- 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.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 50-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
MED TECH/CNA
Potomac Manor LLC
Gaithersburg, MD
08.2018 - 10.2020
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes
Education
CMT - Medication Technician
Potomac Manor LLC
Maryland10.2020
CNA - Nursing Assistance
Compassionate Nursing Assistant Academy
Maryland10.2018
National Vocational Qualification of Jamaica - Business Administration Secretarial Skills Level 2
NCTVET
Kingston Jamaica05.2015
Skills
- Alzheimer's / Dementia / Hospice / Parkinson
- Excellent Communicator And Great Team Player
- Hoyer Lifts/ Gait Belts
- Special Meal Prep
- Vaccine Administration
- Homecare Experience
- Assisted Living Experience
- Self-Motivated
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Multitasking Abilities
- Leadership And Management
- Time Management
Certification
Hipaa 101 Training Certificate
CPR Certification
First Aid Certification
CDC CEUs Certificates
Timeline
COVID-19 Vaccinator
BrightStar Care/Spartan Medical
11.2021 - Current
CNA/MED TECH
Careplus Home Health
10.2020 - Current
MED TECH/CNA
Potomac Manor LLC
08.2018 - 10.2020
CMT - Medication Technician
Potomac Manor LLC
CNA - Nursing Assistance
Compassionate Nursing Assistant Academy
National Vocational Qualification of Jamaica - Business Administration Secretarial Skills Level 2
NCTVET