Shakyla Whitfield
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at the United States Naval Reserves, excelling in emergency care and patient support. Proven ability in critical thinking and delivering individualized care plans, ensuring patient safety and comfort in high-pressure environments. A reliable team player dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through quality care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
United States Naval Reserves
10.2019 - Current
- Deliver emergency medical care and conduct physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
- Provide leadership, delegation, and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
- Support medical staff in providing patient care in high-demand hospital environment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maple Woods Manor
06.2024 - 09.2025
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medilodge of Grand Blanc
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wellbridge Of Grand Blanc
04.2019 - 08.2022
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Certificate - Health Unit Coordinator
Charles Stewart Mott Community College
Flint, MI10-2025
High School Diploma -
Mt. Morris High School
Mount Morris, MI06-2017
Certificate - Nursing
Genesee Career Institute
Flint, MI06-2017
Skills
- Safe patient transportation
- Compassionate patient support
- Delivery of individualized care plans
- Infection prevention protocols
- Critical thinking for problem-solving
- Long-term health condition oversight
- Reliable team player
- Quality control processes
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maple Woods Manor
06.2024 - 09.2025
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
06.2023 - 01.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medilodge of Grand Blanc
08.2022 - 06.2023
Medical Assistant
United States Naval Reserves
10.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wellbridge Of Grand Blanc
04.2019 - 08.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Certificate - Health Unit Coordinator
Charles Stewart Mott Community College
High School Diploma -
Mt. Morris High School
Certificate - Nursing
Genesee Career Institute
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