Shainaja Woods
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Experienced Nursing Assistant skilled in delivering patient care in hospital and long-term settings. Proficient in vital signs monitoring and EKG administration, with a focus on sterile environments and precise documentation. Committed to optimizing patient outcomes through effective collaboration and individualized care plans while ensuring patient comfort and safety in high-pressure environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
OR Technician Assistant
UC Health
Cincinnati, Ohio
11.2025 - Current
- Prepared operating rooms by setting up necessary tools and equipment.
- Assisted surgical teams with instrument preparation and organization.
- Maintained sterile environments by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Monitored patient vitals during procedures to ensure safety and comfort.
- Documented procedures and maintained accurate records of surgical activities.
- Documented all activities related to patient care in electronic health records.
Patient care Nursing assistant
University Hospital
Cleveland, United States
06.2024 - 10.2025
- Provided compassionate patient care and ensured comfort, adhering to hospital protocols for optimal patient experience.
- Provided individualized patient care including feeding and bathing, improving daily comfort and dignity.
- Monitored and reported vital sign changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely clinical interventions.
- Recorded vital signs and reported abnormal trends to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized care plans improving patient outcomes.
- Assisted nursing team with patient mobility and ADLs, enabling smoother shift workflows and better patient outcomes.
- Maintained hygiene and safety protocols, reducing infection risk and preserving facility standards.
- Provided empathetic support to patients and families, enhancing their experience and fostering a positive healing environment.
- Conducted electrocardiograms on patients to assess heart health.
- Managed electronic health records to ensure accurate documentation and faster information access.
- Supported nursing staff in delivering specialized care for critically ill neonates in the NICU.
Patient care Nursing assistant
Broadview multicare nursing home
Parma Heights, United States
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks and activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing team promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Educated patients on personal hygiene practices and health management techniques.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals effectively.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care delivery.
Arts and crafts aid
Nursing Home
parma heights , OH
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted in the development and facilitation of artistic workshops for diverse age groups, fostering creativity and self-expression.
- Guided participants through various art projects and techniques, providing tailored one-on-one support.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans, boosting participants' skills and techniques.
- Managed inventory of art supplies to ensure availability and organization for effective workshop execution.
Cashier
McDonald's
Cleveland, United States
06.2020 - 11.2021
- Ensured balanced cash drawer at end of each shift through accurate cash handling and transaction processing.
- Delivered efficient order processing and addressed customer inquiries to enhance customer service experience.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service delivery during peak hours, resulting in a 15% reduction in average customer wait time.
- Trained new staff on company policies and customer service protocols to build a knowledgeable and efficient team.
Secretary
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Managed executive schedules to optimize daily priorities and reduce calendar conflicts by 30%.
- Implemented an electronic filing system that cut document retrieval time by 30%.
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes to facilitate accurate action tracking and follow-up.
- Handled correspondence and phone communications, enhancing stakeholder response times and coordination.
Education
diploma -
Lutheran East High School
Cleveland05-2024
Skills
- Surgical Instrument Management
- Surgical instrument handling
- Sterile technique
- OR preparation
- Surgical Workflow Coordination
- Vital monitoring
- Workflow Optimization
- Care coordination
- Patient Interaction
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Bls certified
- Cpr certified
Timeline
OR Technician Assistant
UC Health
11.2025 - Current
Patient care Nursing assistant
University Hospital
06.2024 - 10.2025
Patient care Nursing assistant
Broadview multicare nursing home
07.2023 - 05.2024
Arts and crafts aid
Nursing Home
12.2022 - 06.2023
Cashier
McDonald's
06.2020 - 11.2021
Secretary
Cleveland Clinic
01.2019 - 06.2020
diploma -
Lutheran East High School