Shelia Hester
Ocala,Florida
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Certified Nurses Assistant with advanced knowledge of Alzheimer's and dementia. Seeking a long term care position. Skilled Certified Nursing Assistant with good knowledge and understanding of development factors specific to adult and geriatric residents. Certified Nursing Assistant with number years experience in a hospice setting. Patient-focused and empathetic caregiver with extensive knowledge of geriatric needs. Desire a position in a clinical setting. Level-headed health professional who remains calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations. Strong belief in importance of companionship and support in patient care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Brightstar Homehealth Care
760 Longleaf Blvd. Ste. C Lawrenceville, ga. 30046 And 4205 Hillsboro Ave. Ste. 316 Nashville
01.2009 - 11.2012
- I did private duty work in private homes and i helped my mom take care of people at our church.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
- Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Obtained household supplies and ran daily errands.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
- Provided a comforting and soothing environment.
- Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients’ clothing and bedside tables/equipment.
- Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation and safety.
- Member in good standing with Nurse Aide Registry.
CNA
Friends Assisting Seniors And Families
2324 South Congress Avenue # 1a West Palm Beach, Fla. 33406
02.1991 - 04.1992
- Provided a comforting and soothing environment.
- Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients’ clothing and bedside tables/equipment.
- Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation and safety.
- Member in good standing with Nurse Aide Registry.
- Answered patient calls for care and feeding.
- Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking.
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Obtained household supplies and ran daily errands.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
Education
GED - i'm working on my GED i just have to retake the math and then i will have my GED,
Lake Worth Community High School
once i get my GED.
Skills
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Patient-focused care
- Trustworthy companion
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Feeding assistance expert
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Patient-focused care
- Trustworthy companion
Additional Information
i have other recent job history to add.
Timeline
CNA
Brightstar Homehealth Care
01.2009 - 11.2012
CNA
Friends Assisting Seniors And Families
02.1991 - 04.1992
GED - i'm working on my GED i just have to retake the math and then i will have my GED,
Lake Worth Community High School
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