Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Made the Dean's List three times and the President's List twice
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Sheila Hickman-Hodges

Tobyhanna,PA

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. With knowledge of medical coding and terminology. Plus billing rules and regulations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

ESHYFT Nurses
04.2021 - 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.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation

CNA

Dedicated Nursing Associates, Inc.
03.2020 - 03.2021
  • 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.
  • 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.

CNA

Gino J Merli Veterans Center
11.2019 - 02.2020
  • 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.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Direct Support Professional

Community Options Inc
08.2018 - 10.2019
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
  • Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.

Direct Support Professional

Keystone Community Resources
06.2016 - 11.2016
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.

Education

Certification - Medical Coding And Billing

Fortis Institute - Scranton
Scranton, PA
02.2023

Associate of Science - Healthcare Administration

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
08.2013

GED -

Benjamin Franklin HS
New York, NY
02.1980

Skills

  • EMR Systems
  • Charting Expertise
  • Knowledge of State Regulations
  • Emergency Situations
  • Crisis Management
  • Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
  • Patient Data Identification
  • Patient Data Compilation
  • Data Security Procedures
  • Client Inquiries
  • Medical Terminology
  • Records Management
  • Office Supplies and Inventory
  • Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
  • Information Updates
  • Diagnostic Codes
  • Outpatient Coding
  • Financial Assistance

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Licensed NHA Medical Coding and Billing Specialist - 2022
  • CPR/AED Training - 07/2021-07/2023

Made the Dean's List three times and the President's List twice

During my educational journey I accomplished making the Deans List three times and the Presidents list twice.  I dedicated myself to accomplishing what I needed to better myself.

Timeline

CNA

ESHYFT Nurses
04.2021 - Current

CNA

Dedicated Nursing Associates, Inc.
03.2020 - 03.2021

CNA

Gino J Merli Veterans Center
11.2019 - 02.2020

Direct Support Professional

Community Options Inc
08.2018 - 10.2019

Direct Support Professional

Keystone Community Resources
06.2016 - 11.2016

Certification - Medical Coding And Billing

Fortis Institute - Scranton

Associate of Science - Healthcare Administration

University of Phoenix

GED -

Benjamin Franklin HS

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