Shena Carter
Memphis,TN
Summary
State-Certified Nursing Assistant and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Village At Germantown
10.2016 - 11.2023
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Supported needs of 25+ residents under long-term care.
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Medical Technician
Greenfield/Legacy Assisted Living
04.2012 - 10.2016
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assist Residents with taking medication. Experience with charting ADLs, incident and change of condition reports.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Supported needs of 41+ residents under long-term care, Assisted living and Memory Care.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Restorative Aide
Skillcare Nursing Center
11.2005 - 04.2012
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive restorative care and assistance with daily activities.
- Assisted patients with range-of-motion exercises, promoting flexibility and preventing muscle atrophy.
- Supported physical therapy sessions for improved mobility and strength in patients.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to supervising therapists, maintaining effective communication among team members.
- Maintained detailed records of treatments administered, facilitating accurate documentation and continuity of care for each patient.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Supported needs of 25+ residents under long-term care, Rehab, Memory Care and Assisted Living.
Education
No Degree - Pre-Medicine
Phillips Community College of The University of Arkansas
Helena, ARHigh School Diploma -
Marvell High School
Marvell, AR05.2002
Skills
- Conducting Intakes
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Electronic Charting
- Indirect/ Direct Patient Care
- Patient-Focused Care
- Recording Vital Signs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Reliable Team Player
- Mobility Assistance
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Village At Germantown
10.2016 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Medical Technician
Greenfield/Legacy Assisted Living
04.2012 - 10.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant/Restorative Aide
Skillcare Nursing Center
11.2005 - 04.2012
No Degree - Pre-Medicine
Phillips Community College of The University of Arkansas
High School Diploma -
Marvell High School
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