Shawmekia Jenkins
Spartanburg,SC
Summary
Resident Assistant supporting 12 residents daily with daily living needs, medication administration, and vital sign monitoring. Documents care in electronic health records and coordinates with nurses and care teams to keep plans current. Delivers safe, dignity-centered support through close observation and timely reporting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Assistant
Rosecrest Retirement Community
Inman, South Carolina
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted 12 residents daily with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other activities of daily living.
- Document patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Support patient care planning with the healthcare team by sharing observations and routine updates.
- Monitor vital signs and report changes promptly to nursing staff.
- Reinforce patient safety protocols while maintaining a clean, supportive care environment.
- Provide respectful day-to-day support that helps residents stay comfortable, oriented, and engaged.
PCA
Spartanburg Medical Center
Spartanburg, South Carolina
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Supported 12 patients per shift with dependable bedside care and daily living assistance.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily living activities and direct patient support.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Guided range-of-motion exercises as directed by physical therapists and other healthcare professionals.
- Observed patients closely and relayed condition changes promptly to the care team.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartland Health Care Center
Greenville, SC
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes promptly to nursing staff for follow-up care.
- Provided personal care support with bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting needs.
- Assisted residents with meals, hydration, and routine comfort measures throughout the shift.
- Recorded care updates in electronic health records to support accurate shift documentation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Estill High School
Estill, SC05.1996
Skills
- Activities of daily living assistance
- Medication administration
- Patient care planning
- Vital sign monitoring
- Personal care support
- Electronic health records
- Patient observation
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Resident Assistant
Rosecrest Retirement Community
02.2024 - Current
PCA
Spartanburg Medical Center
03.2023 - 02.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartland Health Care Center
03.2021 - 02.2023
High School Diploma -
Estill High School