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Shelia Cook

Blue Mountain,MS

Summary

Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Rest Haven Health & Rehab
07.2022 - Current
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Cook's Adult Day Care
01.2013 - 01.2024
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Whitfield Nursing Home
02.2020 - 02.2023
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Grace Care Center
01.1996 - 01.2021
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

Education

Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant

Itawamba Community College
Belden, MS
04-1996

High School Diploma -

Blue Moutain High School
Blue Moutain, MS
05-1992

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • REFERENCES
  • Beatrice Mitchell 662-587-0859
  • Wynisha Adams 662-750-8686
  • Kim Brock 662-882-0315

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Rest Haven Health & Rehab
07.2022 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Whitfield Nursing Home
02.2020 - 02.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Cook's Adult Day Care
01.2013 - 01.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Grace Care Center
01.1996 - 01.2021

Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant

Itawamba Community College

High School Diploma -

Blue Moutain High School