Arlene Sheppard
Smithfield
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant with strong skills in patient support and effective communication. Proven track record in infection control and enhancing patient well-being. Committed to delivering high-quality care in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
Hampton
03.2023 - Current
- Delivered compassionate care to veterans, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily activities.
- Documented patient care activities in medical records, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to coordinate effective patient care strategies.
- Maintained clean, safe environments while adhering to infection control protocols.
- Supported nutritional needs by serving meals and assisting with dietary restrictions.
- Monitored emotional well-being of patients, providing reassurance and companionship.
- Educated patients on personal hygiene practices to enhance health maintenance understanding.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights, addressing needs with urgency.
Prep Technician
Aerospace Howmet
Hampton
06.2021 - 02.2023
- Executed precise material preparation for aerospace components, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks on materials prior to processing, enhancing overall production reliability.
- Adhered to safety protocols during all tasks, promoting a secure working environment.
welder
Motor City Stamping Incorporated
Chesterfield
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Conducted thorough quality control inspections to ensure adherence to project specifications.
- Prepared materials by cutting, shaping, and aligning for welding tasks.
- Executed welding fabrication tasks efficiently while minimizing waste.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ultra Care Home Health Service
Shelby Township
06.2015 - 07.2017
- Documented patient care activities accurately in medical records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare team members to coordinate patient care strategies.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control protocols consistently.
- Supported patients with nutritional needs by serving meals and assisting with dietary restrictions.
- Educated patients on personal hygiene practices, enhancing their understanding of health maintenance.
- Assisted in transitioning patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Fancies Bon Scours Home Health
Newport News
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Documented patient care activities accurately in medical records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare team members to coordinate patient care strategies.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control protocols consistently.
- Supported patients with nutritional needs by serving meals and assisting with dietary restrictions.
- Monitored patients' emotional well-being, providing reassurance and companionship when needed.
- Educated patients on personal hygiene practices, enhancing their understanding of health maintenance.
- Responded to patient call lights promptly, addressing needs with urgency and care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cupertino Healthcare & Wellness Center
Cupertino
10.2011 - 01.2014
- Assisted with mobility exercises, promoting independence and physical well-being for patients.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in medical records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare team members to coordinate patient care strategies.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control protocols consistently.
- Supported patients with nutritional needs by serving meals and assisting with dietary restrictions.
- Monitored patients' emotional well-being, providing reassurance and companionship when needed.
- Educated patients on personal hygiene practices, enhancing their understanding of health maintenance.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Solano College of Nursing
Milpitas, CA08-2011
Central Service Technical Course - Certified Registered Central Service Technician
American Health Education
Dublin, CA04-2008
Facial And Waxing -
Ricky Reyes Learning Institute
Manila, Philippines03-2005
High School Diploma -
Saint Louis Anne Academy
Laguna, Philippines06-1994
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Patient documentation
- Infection control
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Patient support
- Hygiene practices
- Nutritional assistance
- Quality assurance
- Effective communication
- Safety protocols
- Feeding assistance
- Patient lifting
- Vital signs monitoring
- Physical lifting capability
- Valid VA driver's license
Certification
Certification As A Certified Registered Central Service Technician
Accomplishments
Perfect Attendance
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
03.2023 - Current
Prep Technician
Aerospace Howmet
06.2021 - 02.2023
welder
Motor City Stamping Incorporated
06.2017 - 06.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Fancies Bon Scours Home Health
09.2015 - 09.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ultra Care Home Health Service
06.2015 - 07.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cupertino Healthcare & Wellness Center
10.2011 - 01.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Solano College of Nursing
Central Service Technical Course - Certified Registered Central Service Technician
American Health Education
Facial And Waxing -
Ricky Reyes Learning Institute
High School Diploma -
Saint Louis Anne Academy