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Shelley Shaughnessy

Cna receptionist certified med aide activity director
Des Moines,IA

Summary

Dedicated CNA with experience at Immanuel Pathways, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate patient care. Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and emotional support, while ensuring safety and dignity. Proven ability to manage time efficiently and collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality care to diverse patient populations.

Work History

Cna

Immanuel Pathways
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and equipment.
  • Supported mobility for patients through safe transfer techniques and ambulation assistance.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Followed safety protocols to prevent infection and promote patient well-being.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • 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.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lincoln High School
Des Moines, IA
05.1983

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Dressing assistance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • End-of-life care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient transfers
  • Emotional support
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Medication administration
  • Clinical documentation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Active listening
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Team collaboration
  • Health monitoring

Timeline

Cna

Immanuel Pathways

High School Diploma -

Lincoln High School
Shelley ShaughnessyCna receptionist certified med aide activity director