Shannon Gilliam
Greenup
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with strong expertise in patient care and support. Skilled in assisting medical staff, managing patient needs, and maintaining healthcare standards. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and reliability in fast-paced environments. Proficient in vital signs monitoring, patient mobility assistance, and medical documentation.
Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes compassionate communication to support patients emotionally and physically. Strong understanding of medical equipment operation and patient monitoring techniques.
Dedicated care professional, committed to supporting patients in feeling secure and comfortable in clinical and home settings. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility to ease family burden. Expertise in Behavioral Health.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Kings Daughters Medical Center
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Dialysis Technician
Dialysis Clinic Inc.
09.2021 - 09.2024
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment through diligent adherence to infection control protocols.
Home Health Aide
Interim HealthCare
03.2019 - 07.2021
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Education
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
ACTC
Ashland, KY01-2014
High School Diploma -
Greenup County High School
Greenup, KY05-2013
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Basic life support
- Infection control standards
- ADL support
- Adaptable
- Patient education
- Efficient Learning Ability
- Clinical training
- Information protection
- Emotional support
Certification
- Home Health Aide Certification (HHA) - National Association for Home Care & Hospice or state-specific agencies.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Peer Support Specialist Certification
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Kings Daughters Medical Center
10.2024 - 02.2025
Dialysis Technician
Dialysis Clinic Inc.
09.2021 - 09.2024
Home Health Aide
Interim HealthCare
03.2019 - 07.2021
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
ACTC
High School Diploma -
Greenup County High School
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