Shelia Rice
Northport,AL
Summary
Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant with a long record of direct patient care, safe transfers, vital sign monitoring, and accurate documentation. Known for compassion, reliability, and strong patient safety practices.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Tuscaloosa, AL
06.2018 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes promptly to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding while preserving dignity and comfort.
- Supported safe patient transfers, ambulation, and repositioning using proper body mechanics and mobility aids.
- Documented patient observations accurately in clinical records to maintain continuity of care.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
Patient Care Assistant/Unit Secretary
DCH Regional Medical Center
Tuscaloosa, AL
03.2004 - 06.2018
- Monitored vital signs and reported patient condition changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted with bathing, grooming, toileting, and repositioning to support daily patient care needs.
- Documented intake, output, and observations accurately in electronic health records.
- Coordinated patient transport, transfers, and discharge preparation with clinical teams.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
- Prioritized confidentiality by diligently adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
GLEN HAVEN HEALTH AND REHABILITATION LLC
Northport, AL
07.1998 - 03.2004
- Responded quickly to patient needs, prioritizing comfort, safety, and respectful communication.
- Collaborated with nurses and care teams to deliver consistent daily care for veterans.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Choctaw County Medical Center
Ackerman, MS
04.1993 - 05.1998
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained infection control standards through proper hand hygiene, PPE use, and room sanitation.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Prepared patient rooms, changed linens, and organized supplies to support efficient unit operations.
- 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.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistant
Riley College
Dothan, AL/Columbus MS. Branch11-1992
High School Diploma -
American School
Lansing, IL03-1985
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient care
- Team collaboration
- Patient support
- Medical records management
- Medical terminology
- Documenting behaviors
- Healthcare ethics
- Patient observation
- Safety precautions
- Patient relations
- Reliable team player
- Clinical support
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center
06.2018 - Current
Patient Care Assistant/Unit Secretary
DCH Regional Medical Center
03.2004 - 06.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
GLEN HAVEN HEALTH AND REHABILITATION LLC
07.1998 - 03.2004
Certified Nursing Assistant
Choctaw County Medical Center
04.1993 - 05.1998
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistant
Riley College
High School Diploma -
American School