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Sherita Willis

Lumberton,MS

Summary

Seasoned Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Lamar Health and Rehab, showcasing exceptional patient care and HIPAA compliance. Leveraged compassionate caregiving and advanced CNA skills to enhance patient comfort and safety, significantly reducing fall incidents. Demonstrates a strong ability to improve team efficiency and patient wellbeing through meticulous care and empathetic communication.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lamar Health and Rehab
Lumberton, Ms
03.2024 - Current
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and assisting with activities of daily living.
  • 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.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lamar Heath
Lumberton, MS
02.2023 - Current

Assist pt with activities of daily living

Direct Support Professional

Pinebelt Mental Health and Resources
Hattiesburg, MS
01.2023 - 03.2024
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
  • Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients, facilitating trust-based relationship for effective support.
  • Assisted with personal care tasks, respecting clients' dignity and promoting self-reliance.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Encompass Home Health and Hospice
Hattiesburg, MS
02.2017 - 01.2023
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS
12.2024

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct Patient Care
  • CPR Certification
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Compassionate
  • Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
  • Basic Life Support
  • Dressing assistance
  • Recording vital signs
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Positioning Patients
  • Transfer Techniques
  • Colostomy Care
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Preparing meals
  • CNA Certification
  • Vital signs
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Catheter Care
  • Maintaining privacy
  • End of life care
  • Bathing Assistance

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lamar Health and Rehab
03.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lamar Heath
02.2023 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Pinebelt Mental Health and Resources
01.2023 - 03.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Encompass Home Health and Hospice
02.2017 - 01.2023

High School Diploma -

Pearl River Community College

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Pearl River Community College
Sherita Willis