Shawntia Jones
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers.
Compassionate professional accustomed to working with physically challenged, bedridden and memory-impaired patients. Exceptionally talented at providing social and emotional support to improve patient moral and increase comfort. Proficient in assisting patients with daily hygiene, including showering and incontinence care.
Compassionate Nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated several years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elite Choice Homecare
Buffalo, New York
02.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Weinberg Nursing home
Williamsville, NY
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elderwood Wheatfield Nursing Home
Niagara Falls, New York
09.2020 - 10.2022
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elderwood, Grand Island Nursing Home
Grand Island, New York
09.2020 - 10.2022
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Favorite Healthcare Agency
Williamsville, NY
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Schofield Residence Nursing home
Kenmore, New York
04.2020 - 10.2021
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical solutions Healthalcare traveling agency
Denver, Colorado
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brothers Mercy
Clarence, New York
04.2019 - 11.2019
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted in the development of marketing materials, such as brochures, flyers, and promotional items.
- Gathered data for market research projects and analyzed findings to make recommendations.
- Collaborated with team members to create a comprehensive social media strategy.
- Created content for website pages, blog posts, and other online platforms.
- Conducted interviews with customers to gain insights into their experiences.
- Provided administrative support by completing tasks such as filing documents and scheduling meetings.
- Contributed ideas during brainstorming sessions to generate creative solutions.
- Tested software applications prior to release and identified issues requiring resolution.
Traveling Phlebotomist
Igloo Travel
Chicago, Illinois
03.2015 - 09.2015
- Performed blood draws and specimen collections at various locations throughout the area.
- Provided phlebotomy services to patients in accordance with established protocols and procedures.
- Assisted with scheduling of patient appointments and managed paperwork related to laboratory tests.
- Educated patients about their lab results, potential risks, and medical conditions associated with their test results.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations such as proper handling of needles and biohazardous materials.
- Monitored inventory levels for necessary supplies needed for specimen collection processes.
- Prepared specimens for shipping according to specific guidelines from each laboratory facility.
- Verified accuracy of patient information prior to performing any testing or collecting specimens.
- Administered quality control measures to ensure accuracy of all test results prior to sending them out for analysis.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA standards when dealing with confidential patient data or records.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment used during specimen collection process.
- Provided guidance and support to other technicians regarding proper techniques for drawing blood samples.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to OSHA safety standards.
- Troubleshot any issues that arose during the course of specimen collection or testing.
- Processed payments from patients after completion of services rendered.
- Kept detailed documentation on all activities completed while traveling between sites.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hired by family
Buffalo, New York
12.2012 - 05.2015
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
Traveling Phlebotomist
Interactive Health Solutions
Chicago, Illinois
09.2013 - 11.2014
- Performed blood draws and specimen collections at various locations throughout the area.
- Provided phlebotomy services to patients in accordance with established protocols and procedures.
- Assisted with scheduling of patient appointments and managed paperwork related to laboratory tests.
- Educated patients about their lab results, potential risks, and medical conditions associated with their test results.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations such as proper handling of needles and biohazardous materials.
- Monitored inventory levels for necessary supplies needed for specimen collection processes.
- Prepared specimens for shipping according to specific guidelines from each laboratory facility.
- Verified accuracy of patient information prior to performing any testing or collecting specimens.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA standards when dealing with confidential patient data or records.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Absolute care
East Aurora, New York
06.2012 - 10.2014
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Canterbury Woods Nursing Home
Williamsville, NY
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beechwood Nursing Home
Getzville, New York
09.2009 - 05.2011
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elderwood health wood
Williamsville, New York
04.2006 - 11.2008
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Park High School
Buffalo, NY08-2002
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Registered Nurse
Trocaire College
Buffalo, NYSkills
- Direct Patient Care
- Quality Assurance
- Conducting intakes
- Electronic Charting
- Condition Monitoring
- Transporting patients
- Observing responses
- Documenting behaviors
- Patient-focused care
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Monitoring fluids
- Vital sign recording
- Indirect Patient Care
- Patient Relations
- Collecting specimens
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Lifting
- Care plan implementation
- Infection control procedures
- Responding to emergencies
- Patient relationship building
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Vital signs monitoring
- Quick problem solver
- Activity Coordination
- Range of motion exercises
- Preparing meals
- General housekeeping ability
- Tube feedings and medications familiarity
- Ambulation Assistance
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Reliable transportation
- Companionship and emotional support
- Feeding assistance expert
- Patient Care
- Feeding Assistance
- Patient Assessments
- Family support and assistance
- Recording vital signs
- HIPAA Compliance
- Safety Precautions
- Inpatient Care
- Healthcare ethics
- Performing patient intakes
- Toileting assistance
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Light Housekeeping
- Catheter change and preparation
- Collecting vital signs
- Intake recording
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elite Choice Homecare
02.2023 - 09.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Weinberg Nursing home
02.2022 - 11.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elderwood Wheatfield Nursing Home
09.2020 - 10.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elderwood, Grand Island Nursing Home
09.2020 - 10.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical solutions Healthalcare traveling agency
06.2020 - 09.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Schofield Residence Nursing home
04.2020 - 10.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Favorite Healthcare Agency
01.2020 - 10.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brothers Mercy
04.2019 - 11.2019
Traveling Phlebotomist
Igloo Travel
03.2015 - 09.2015
Traveling Phlebotomist
Interactive Health Solutions
09.2013 - 11.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Canterbury Woods Nursing Home
01.2013 - 12.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hired by family
12.2012 - 05.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Absolute care
06.2012 - 10.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beechwood Nursing Home
09.2009 - 05.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elderwood health wood
04.2006 - 11.2008
High School Diploma -
South Park High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Registered Nurse
Trocaire College