Shellona Washington
North Charleston,SC
Summary
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Medication Technician/Caregiver
Merrill Gardens At Carolina Park
Mount Pleasant, SC
06.2022 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation and delivery of medications to patients.
- Maintained accurate records of all medication administered to residents.
- Provided patient education on proper medication use, side effects, and storage.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
John's Island Post Acute
Johns Island, SC
12.1999 - 05.2022
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bishop Gadsden Retirement Community
Charleston, SC
09.1998 - 04.2000
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sea Island Nursing Home
Johns Island, SC
05.1998 - 08.1999
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
Cashier
McDonald's
Johns Island, SC
05.1997 - 08.1998
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
Education
Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician
Virginia College
North Charleston, SC03-2014
High School Diploma -
St. John's Highn School
Charleston, SC06-1996
Skills
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Decision-making
- Communication
- Leadership
- Calm under pressure
Timeline
Medication Technician/Caregiver
Merrill Gardens At Carolina Park
06.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
John's Island Post Acute
12.1999 - 05.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bishop Gadsden Retirement Community
09.1998 - 04.2000
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sea Island Nursing Home
05.1998 - 08.1999
Cashier
McDonald's
05.1997 - 08.1998
Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician
Virginia College
High School Diploma -
St. John's Highn School
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