Zakiya Collins
Pocomoke City,MD
Summary
My goal is to secure a position in which I may utilize skills I presently have and acquire new skills obtained through employment opportunities as offered through employment with your company.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
GNA
Manokin Nursing and Rehabilitation
06.2024 - Current
- Documented patient progress thoroughly and accurately, maintaining confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provided attentive care during patient mealtimes, ensuring appropriate dietary restrictions were followed and assisting with feeding as needed.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques for their loved ones in order to ensure continuity of care at home after discharge from the facility.
- Developed strong rapport with diverse patient populations, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and genuine empathy throughout interactions.
GNA
Hartley Hall
06.2024 - 10.2025
- Documented patient progress thoroughly and accurately, maintaining confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provided attentive care during patient mealtimes, ensuring appropriate dietary restrictions were followed and assisting with feeding as needed.
- Enhanced quality of life for disabled patients by assisting them with adaptive equipment usage and mobility exercises.
Certified Nursing Assistant
University Of Maryland Medical Center
12.2018 - 03.2022
- Supervising patients by monitoring safety hazards while performing daily activities in a home care setting including bathing, meal preparation, and housekeeping
- Also submitting test chart vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, etc
- In accordance to agency policy
Certified Nursing Assistant
Genesis Healthcare
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Supervising patients by monitoring safety hazards while performing daily activities in a home care setting including bathing, meal preparation, and housekeeping
- Also submitting test chart vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, etc
- In accordance to agency policy
Certified Nursing Assistant
Delmarva Home Care solutions
07.2016 - 08.2018
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cambridge-south Dorchester HS
01.2016
Medical Services Certification -
01.2016
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Positive attitude
- Willingness to learn
- CPR/BLS Certified
- Technically skillful
- Compassionate
License
MBON License, A00162119
Internship
06/2016, Chesapeake Woods, Pleasant Day
Timeline
GNA
Manokin Nursing and Rehabilitation
06.2024 - Current
GNA
Hartley Hall
06.2024 - 10.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
University Of Maryland Medical Center
12.2018 - 03.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Genesis Healthcare
11.2017 - 11.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Delmarva Home Care solutions
07.2016 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Cambridge-south Dorchester HS