DeShiya Adkins
Healthcare Professional | CNA | Aspiring Dental Assistant
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About
Compassionate healthcare professional with over three years of experience providing high-quality patient care in assisted living, rehabilitation, and long-term care settings. Skilled in vital signs monitoring, blood glucose testing, EKGs, patient transfers, electronic charting, infection control, and patient support. Proven leadership experience as a CNA preceptor, training and mentoring new staff members. Active CNA license and CPR certification.
Completed Health
Science coursework through Ivy Tech Community College and foundational training in dental assisting. Seeking an opportunity to transition into dental assisting while utilizing strong clinical, communication, and patient care skills.
Experience
Certified Nursing Assistant - Trilogy Health Services
(2022-09 - 2024-04)
Provided compassionate care to residents in assisted living and long-term care environments.
- Assisted with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and mobility.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, blood glucose levels, and changes in resident condition.
- Assisted residents with transfers and mobility using proper lifting techniques and equipment.
- Maintained accurate electronic documentation and communicated patient concerns to nursing staff.
- Adhered to infection prevention and safety protocols to ensure resident well-being.
Certified Nursing Assistant - St. Anthony
(2024-07)
Delivered direct patient care in rehabilitation and long-term care settings.
- Performed vital signs monitoring, blood glucose testing, EKGs, and patient observations.
- Assisted patients with mobility, transfers, personal hygiene, feeding, and daily living activities.
- Maintained detailed electronic charting and documentation.
- Served as a preceptor for newly hired CNAs, providing training, guidance, and support.
- Collaborated with nurses and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to promote quality patient outcomes.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and patient-centered care environment.
Education
High School Diploma (2022)
Dual Enrollment - Health Science Program - Ivy Tech Community College (2021 - 2022)
Dental Assisting Training - Dental Assisting Program
