Shirley Shuford
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hickory,NC
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant with over 15 years of successful experience in private duty and hospital settings. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in nursing industry. Strengths in ADL's and providing compassionate care backed by training as a C.N.A.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bayada Home Health
Hickory, North Carolina
06.2018 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
- Conferred with family members to discuss patient condition and medical care, helping to optimize treatments and enhance outcomes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lake Norman Regional Medical Center
Mooresville, North Carolina
09.2016 - Current
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Cared for average of 16 patients per shift in hospital facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep charge nurse's informed of changes.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Duty In-Home Care
Hickory, North Carolina
05.2012 - Current
- Traveled to clients' homes to provide healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
Education
GED -
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC 01.2006 - 05.2006
Skills
Recording vital signs
Patient-focused care
Companionship and emotional support
Feeding assistance expert
Wound care specialist
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Measuring bodily fluids
Trustworthy companion
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bayada Home Health
06.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lake Norman Regional Medical Center
09.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Duty In-Home Care
05.2012 - Current
GED -
Catawba Valley Community College
01.2006 - 05.2006