Shanika Jerin
Hooversville
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with great time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dedicated Nursing Associates, Inc.
Delmont
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Promoted patients to have healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Executed nursing assistant responsibilities, maintaining high standards of patient care.
Team Member
Thomas Smoked Meats
Johnstown
11.2022 - Current
- Monitored expiration dates on food items for freshness assurance.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
- Adhered to store policies regarding sanitation protocols during preparation of foods.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering questions about product selection.
- Utilized knives appropriately when cutting raw meats into portions or steaks.
- Displayed a professional attitude when interacting with customers or colleagues.
- Organized and maintained inventory of fresh, frozen, and cured meats.
- Weighed, wrapped, labeled, priced, and displayed merchandise for sale.
- Prepared cuts of beef, pork, veal, lamb and poultry to customer specifications.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas to maintain health standards.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Meadow View Nursing Center
Berlin
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Promoted patients to have healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Executed nursing assistant responsibilities, maintaining high standards of patient care.
Crew Member Team Leader
Fox's Pizza Den
Davidsville
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Addressed any issues between employees promptly and fairly.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner with empathy and understanding.
- Performed daily inspections of kitchen area to verify cleanliness standards were met.
- Promoted adherence to company policies and health and safety standards.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Organized ingredients, supplies and equipment needed for meal preparation.
- Labeled containers with name of item and date prepared before storing them in refrigerator or freezer.
- Assisted cooks with preparing large batches of food items such as sauces, vegtables, and entrees.
- Ensured that all products were handled safely and hygienically during preparation process.
- Weighed and measured ingredients to ensure proper portion sizes.
Crew Member
The Silver Bell
Davidsville
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Adhered to health department regulations regarding food handling procedures.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure a safe and efficient environment.
- Prepared beverages such as coffee drinks, smoothies and milkshakes according to company standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Star High School
Boswell, PA05-2021
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Emotional support
- Patient care documentation
- Problem solving
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Quick problem solver
- Transfer techniques
- Patient management
- Patient support
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Basic life support
- Compassion and empathy
- Personal hygiene support
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dedicated Nursing Associates, Inc.
01.2025 - Current
Team Member
Thomas Smoked Meats
11.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Meadow View Nursing Center
05.2022 - 11.2023
Crew Member Team Leader
Fox's Pizza Den
05.2020 - 05.2022
Crew Member
The Silver Bell
04.2019 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
North Star High School
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