Alisha Jenkins
Shuqualak
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Gentiva Hospice, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to enhance resident comfort and safety through effective communication and attention to detail. Committed to delivering high-quality care while fostering emotional support for patients and their families.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
cna hospice
Gentiva Hospice
Starkville
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents and staff.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in medical records.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Followed infection control protocols to ensure resident safety and health.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
CNA
The Oaks Rehabilitation Center
Meridian
01.2021 - 10.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Communicated effectively with patients to provide emotional support and comfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care delivery.
- Prepared patients for examinations and assisted with medical procedures as needed.
- Educated patients on health management and wellness practices during care sessions.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Northpoint pointe health rehabilitation
Meridian
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Document and reported to nurse patient behavior observation, complaints, or physical symptoms.
- Supported patients with daily activities and attended to answered call lights to aid patients comfort.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Communicated effectively with patients to provide emotional support and comfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care delivery.
- Prepared patients for examinations and assisted with medical procedures as needed.
- Educated patients on health management and wellness practices during care sessions.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Education
High school diploma -
Noxubee County High School
Macon, MS05.2009
Skills
- Vital Signs
- Home Care
- Caregiving
- Nursing
- Senior Care
- Cleaning Experience
- Laundry
- Alzheimer's Care
- Dementia Care
- Patient Care
- Hospice Care
- Personal Assistant Experience
- Food Preparation
- Meal Preparation
- Infection Control Training
- EMR Systems
- Assisted living
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care
- Infection control
- Patient assessment
- Care plan documentation
- Problem solving
- Active listening
- Basic life support
- Compassion and empathy
- Attention to detail
Certification
- CNA, 01/01/21, 01/31/23
- AED Certification
- CPR Certification
- State Tested Nursing Assistant
- BLS Certification
Personal Information
Title: CNA
Timeline
cna hospice
Gentiva Hospice
12.2023 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Northpoint pointe health rehabilitation
11.2021 - 03.2022
CNA
The Oaks Rehabilitation Center
01.2021 - 10.2025
High school diploma -
Noxubee County High School
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