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Sherice Jenkins

Grand Prairie,TX

Summary

Compassionate professional skilled in managing medical emergencies and fostering positive relationships with patients and families. Expert in communicating medical terminology clearly and concisely to patients, families and other healthcare professionals. Highly organized and detail-oriented for accurately completing paperwork and documentation.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner - Health Care Provider

Jenkins Health Care
02.2021 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
  • Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
  • Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
  • Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
  • Assisted with taking vital signs and documenting blood pressure and temperature for proper tracking.
  • Participated in cleaning and maintenance of medical equipment to assist in department function and regulation compliance.
  • Supported healthcare teams with basic physical assessments and diagnostic procedures.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

Home Health Care Provider

Kindred Healthcare Inc.
01.2008 - 11.2020
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules, and transporting to and from medical appointments.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Assisted with end-of-life care.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.

Education

No Degree - Nursing

Lousiana Technical College
Lake Providence, LA
08.1985

High School Diploma -

Shady Grove High School
Saline, LA
06.1983

Skills

  • Treatment Implementation
  • Treatment Evaluation
  • EMR Systems
  • Mobility Support
  • Acute and Rehabilitative Care
  • Providing Feedback
  • Care Planning
  • Sanitizing Surfaces
  • Quality Medical Care
  • Information Intake
  • Personal Companionship
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Household Management
  • Preventative Care
  • General Housekeeping
  • Personal Care Assistance
  • Household Chores
  • Taking Vital Signs

Timeline

Owner - Health Care Provider

Jenkins Health Care
02.2021 - Current

Home Health Care Provider

Kindred Healthcare Inc.
01.2008 - 11.2020

No Degree - Nursing

Lousiana Technical College

High School Diploma -

Shady Grove High School
Sherice Jenkins