Shani Franco
Mechanicsburg
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated CNA with extensive experience at multiple facilities, skilled in health monitoring and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety while maintaining confidentiality. Skilled at critical thinking and problem-solving, delivering high-quality care to diverse populations, including those with complex medical needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Maxim Healthcare Agency
06.2015 - 03.2023
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Supported needs of 12+ residents under long-term care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Personal Care Assistant
Pennstate Hershey Medical Center
04.2018 - 12.2022
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
CNA
Jewish Home Of Greater Harrisburg
08.2011 - 06.2015
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harrisburg High School
Harrisburg, PAHigh School Diploma -
Reading Area Community College
Reading, PANo Degree -
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PASkills
- Critical thinking
- Patient advocacy
- Emotional support
- Medication reminder assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Problem-solving
- Health monitoring
- Infection control practices
- End-of-life care
- Time management
- Toileting assistance
- Vital signs/monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- Patient care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Pennstate Hershey Medical Center
04.2018 - 12.2022
CNA
Maxim Healthcare Agency
06.2015 - 03.2023
CNA
Jewish Home Of Greater Harrisburg
08.2011 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Harrisburg High School
High School Diploma -
Reading Area Community College
No Degree -
Harrisburg Area Community College