Sherice Macon
Chicago ,IL
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Oakpark Oasis, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and dignity while ensuring safety and compliance with HIPAA. Recognized for effective communication and teamwork, contributing to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oakpark Oasis
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Supported nursing team in maintaining a clean and organized environment.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Illinois Department of Rehabilitation
06.2011 - 07.2023
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lombard Place Assisted Living & Memory Care
02.2017 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent infections and ensure patient well-being.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bethel New Life
02.2007 - 08.2016
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge in patient care practices.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Education
General Studies
Crane Tech
Chicago, ILSkills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Recording vital signs
- Electronic charting
Certification
BLS,CPR
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oakpark Oasis
05.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lombard Place Assisted Living & Memory Care
02.2017 - 05.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Illinois Department of Rehabilitation
06.2011 - 07.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bethel New Life
02.2007 - 08.2016
General Studies
Crane Tech