Submission Cover Sheet

Candidate Information

Name: Shalondra Parks

Permanent Address: Normal, IL 61761
Contact Information: (309) 750-8580 / pokeiduh@gmail.com

Available to Start: ASAP

Available Interview Times Below:
Current Week Times (PST/MST/CST/EST) Following Week Times (PST/MST/CST/EST)
Monday 9:00 - 17:00 EST Monday 9:00 - 17:00 EST
Tuesday 9:00 - 17:00 EST Tuesday 9:00 - 17:00 EST
Wednesday 9:00 - 17:00 EST Wednesday 9:00 - 17:00 EST
Thursday 9:00 - 17:00 EST Thursday 9:00 - 17:00 EST
Friday 9:00 - 17:00 EST Friday 9:00 - 17:00 EST

Shift Preference(s): Day

Weekends/Holidays Availability (Y/N): Y

Certification(s): BLS – AHA

State License #: IL CNA License
Requested Time Off (Please indicate if negotiable): NO
Previous Employee (Y/N): N
Education: Certified Nursing Assistant(CNA) - Heartland Community College
EMR Experience: Meditech
Previous Relevant Experience:
Experienced and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 9 years of
proven success in delivering direct patient care in nursing homes, long-term care facilities,
and home health settings. Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs),
monitoring vital signs, providing mobility support, and maintaining patient hygiene.
Known for building strong patient relationships, ensuring safety and comfort, and working
effectively within interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Committed to delivering respectful,
high-quality care that promotes patient dignity and well-being.
Additional Qualifying Notes:
 Shalondra Parks
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 750-8580 / pokeiduh@gmail.com

SUMMARY
• Shalondra is Experienced and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 9 years of
proven success in delivering direct patient care in nursing homes, long-term care facilities, and home
health settings.
• Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), monitoring vital signs, providing mobility
support, and maintaining patient hygiene.
• Known for building strong patient relationships, ensuring safety and comfort, and working
effectively within interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Committed to delivering respectful, high-quality care that promotes patient dignity and well-being.
• She is very excited about the position and is ready to join ASAP.
• She is available for the interview call anytime.

SKILLS
• Patient Care & Safety
• Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Vital Signs Monitoring
• Infection Control Practices
• Mobility Assistance & Transfers
• Personal Hygiene & Grooming Support
• Feeding & Nutrition Assistance
• Charting & Documentation
• Companionship & Emotional Support
• Home Health Care Experience
• Resident Rights Advocacy
• Team Collaboration in Healthcare Settings
• Dementia & Alzheimer's Care (if applicable)
• HIPAA Compliance Awareness

EDUCATION
• Heartland Community College – Certified Nursing Assistant

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• CNA June 2015 to Present
• BLS

EXPERIENCE
The Are - Normal Il 04/2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant (PRN)
• Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth
brushing.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
• Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while
communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
• Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene
procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and
muscular dystrophy.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and
deliver care.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant
symptoms.
• Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
• Assisted in emergeney situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing
crucial support during life-saving interventions.
• Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.

First Student Transportation – Normal, IL 04/2019 - 04/2022

Bus Driver
• Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
• Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
• Maintained a clean and sanitary bus interior by regularly inspecting for cleanliness, removing trash,
and reporting necessary repairs to management.
• Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic
standards and regulations.
• Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset
route criteria.
• Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
• Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
• Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
• Ensured timely arrivals and departures by strictly adhering to schedules and effectively managing
unforeseen circumstances.

Westminster Village 07/2016 to 03/2019

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
• Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth
brushing.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
• Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while
communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.

McLean County Nursing Home - Normal, IL 07/2015 to 07/2016

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
• I took care of my residents
 CNA CheckList

NAME Shalondra Parks

LAST 4 OF 5887
SSN

DATE 04-10-2025

I hereby certify that ALL information I have provided on this skills

checklist and all other documentation, is true and accurate. I
understand and acknowledge that any misrepresentation or
omission may result in disqualification from employment and/or
immediate termination.

Instructions: This checklist is meant to serve as a general guideline for our client
facilities as to the level of your skills within your nursing specialty. Please use the scale
below to describe your experience/expertise in each area listed below.

Proficiency Scale:
1 = No Experience 2 = Need Training
3 = Able to perform with 4 = Able to perform
supervision independently

Patient Rights Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Communicates and obtains

information while respecting the rights
and privacy and confidentiality of
x
information in accordance with the
Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
Involves the patient and family and
respects their role in determining the
x
nature of care to be provided,
including Advance Directives.
Complies with nursing staff
responsibility included in the hospital x
policy related to Organ Donation.
Meets patient and families needs
regarding communication, including x
interpreter services
Provides accurate information to
patient and families in a timely x
manner.

Vital Signs and Weights Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Obtaining and Recording x

BP, including Orthostatic x

Pulse, Radia x

Temperature, Oral x

Temperature, Rectal x

Temperature, Axillary x

Temperature, Tympanic x

Respirations x

Weight, Pounds and Kilograms x

Recognizing Cardiac Arrest x

Activating Code Team x

Bringing Emergency Equipment to

x
Room

Providing Appropriate Code Support x

Use of Electronic VS equipment: Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Automatic BP machine (Dynamap) x

Electronic Thermometer x

Applying Oximeter x

Scale Use: Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Standing x

Chair x

Bed x

GI /GU Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Report Abnormal Findings x

Bowel Function x

Bladder Function x

Administering Enemas: Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Tap Water x

Fleets x

Return Flow x

Vital Signs and Weights Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Placing and Removing Bed Pan x

Clamping Catheter x

Emptying Foley Bag x

Placing Condom Catheter x

Emptying and Replacing Ostomy Bag

x
(Established Ostomy)

Nutrition Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Estimating Intake x

Setting up for Meals x

Feeding Patients x

Aspiration Precautions x

Nourishments x

Counting Calories x

Fluid Restriction x

NPO x

Specimens Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Collecting Stool x

Collecting Sputum x

Labeling Specimens and Preparing for

x
Transport

Collecting Urine: Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Clean Catch x

24 Hour x

Hygiene /Skin Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Risk Factorsfor Skin Breakdown x

Observing Pressure Points for Redness

x
or Breakdown

Bathing /Daisy Hygiene: Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Bathing (Shower /Tub /Arjo) x

Oral Care, Including Patients who are

x
NPO,Comatose, Patients with

Pen Care x

Foot Care for Patients with Impaired

x
Circulation or Sensation

Incontinence Care x

Shaving and Precautions x

Reducing Pressure and Friction x

Use of Pressure and Friction

Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4
Reduction Devices:

Special Beds/Mattresses x

Heels and Elbow Protection x

Foot Cradles x

Use of Shower Chair x

Use of Bath/Shower Boat x

Infection Control Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Reverse Isolation x

Body Substance isolation x

TB Precautions x

MRSA Precautions x

Hand Washing x

Infectious/Hazardous Waste Disposal x

Supply/Equipment Disposal x

Use of Disposable Therrnomete x

Use of CPR Mask/Bag x

Proper use of Specific Barrier,
Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4
Methods:

Gloves x

Gown x

Mask / Goggles x

Safety and Activity Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Determining Patient ID x

Identifying Safety Hazards x

Determining Need for Additional Help x

Assessing Safety and ADL Needs x

Assessing Safety and ADL Needs x

Recognizing Abuse: Substance,

x
Physical, Emotional, etc

MaintainingClean, Orderly Work Area x

Disposing of Sharps x

Handling Hazardous Materials x

Proper Body Mechanics x

ROM Exercises x

Transferring to Bed,WC, Commode, etc x

Turning and Positioning x

Patient Safety Module x

Reporting Broken Equipment x

Responding to Safety Hazards x

Use of HoyerLift (Dextra /Maxi) x

Bed Operation x

Use of Wheel Locks x

Use of Alarms: Bed, Patient, Unit x

Use of CaIl Light x

Documenting Use of Restraints x

Use of Transfer Belt x

Use of Gait Belt for Ambulation x

Use of Seizure Pads x

Application of Restraints: Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Belt Including Seat Belt x

Wrist/Ankle x

Vest x

New Admissions and Transfers: Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Inventory andDispositionof Belongings,

x
Useof Checklist

Room Orientation, Call Bell x

Post-op Patients: Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Transferring into Bed x

Call Bell x

Assist with Turns x

ROM Exercises x

Maintaining 02 Therapy: Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Replacing Mask or Nasal Caunula if

x
Needed

Notifying Nurse of Problems x

Basic Comfort Measures x

Preparation For and Transfer to SNF: Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Early Bath x

Preparing Belongings x

Preparingfor and Explaining Routinesto

x
Patient

Post Mortem Care x

Use ofIncentive Spirometer x

Removing /Replacing: Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Antiembolic Stockings x

Sequential Stockings x

Communication Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Using Appropriate Abbreviations x

Identifying UnusuaI Patient Incidents
x
that Require Reporting

Reinforcing RN Teaching With Patient x

Selecting and Using Forms

x
Appropriately
Using Alternate Communication Tools
x
/Devices

Communicating to RN: Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Changes in Patient Condition x

Patient Needs, Complaints and

x
Concerns

Unusual Incidents x

Recording and Reporting: Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Vital Signs x

Bathing /Hygiene x

Turning and Repositioning x

Ambulation and Activity x

Diet intake, Calorie Count x

Bowel Movements x

1 & 0: Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Shift Volumes and Totals x

Marking and /or Measuring Amount of

Urine, Gastric Fluid, NG Drainage, x
Emesis, Diarrhea

Age Specific Competencies Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Infant (Birth - 1 year) x

Preschooler (ages 2-5 years) x

Childhood (ages 6-12 years) x

Adolescents (ages 13-21 years) x

Young Adults (ages 22-39 years) x

Older Adults (ages 65-79 years) x

Adults (ages 40-64 years) x

Elderly (ages 80+ years) x

Unit Activity Rating Stars (Click) 1 2 3 4

Identifying Unusual Incidents on the
x
Unit that Require Reporting
Locating and Using Appropriate
Reference Materials: Hospital, Patient x
Care and

Charging for Patient Care Items x

Completing Risk Management Reports

x
as Needed
Obtaining Needed Supplies and
x
Equipment
Reporting and Following up on Faulty
x
Equipment and Supplies

Using Telephone System x

 EMPLOYER/PROFESSIONAL REFERENCE

Dear current/previous employer or professional reference.:

You are hereby authorized to give all information regarding my ability, character, reputation, and previous employment
record; and you are released from any and all liability which may result from furnishings such information. A Photo static
copy, or fax copy, of this authorization shall be considered as effective and valid as the original.

Candidate's Name: Shalondra Parks Title: CNA

Facility Name: The Arc, Normal, IL

Setting – LTC/Hospital/SNF: SNF

Please furnish Employment/Professional information on the person identified above.

Employment Dates: May 2021 – Position Held: CNA

May 2022

1) What position did you hold when you worked with this candidate?
Coworker
2) Did or does this candidate report directly to you?
Yes
3) How long was this candidate under your supervision? What time frame?
May 2021 – May 2022
4) If not, who did the candidate report to?
NA
5) Number of Beds?
100-200
6) Patient Ratio?
1:10

Double click on box – a pop up opens and you can check the appropriate box

Excellent Good Fair Poor Excellent Good Fair Poor

Quality of Work Initiative ✔
✔

Performance ✔ Co-Operation ✔
Attitude ✔ Appearance ✔

Skill ✔ Attendance ✔

Reason for separation: Better Opportunity

Company polices permitting, would you rehire? Yes ✔ No

Remarks: Good

Name of person giving reference: Sharon brown

Title: Coworker Phone: (309)2878316

Phone reference taken by: Shivani Pandey Date: 04/10/2025

 EMPLOYER/PROFESSIONAL REFERENCE

Dear current/previous employer or professional reference.:

You are hereby authorized to give all information regarding my ability, character, reputation, and previous employment
record; and you are released from any and all liability which may result from furnishings such information. A Photo static
copy, or fax copy, of this authorization shall be considered as effective and valid as the original.

Candidate's Name: Shalondra Parks Title: CNA

Facility Name: The Arc - Normal, IL

Setting – LTC/Hospital/SNF: SNF

Please furnish Employment/Professional information on the person identified above.
Employment Dates: July 2023 – March 2024 Position Held: CNA

1) What position did you hold when you worked with this candidate?
coworker
2) Did or does this candidate report directly to you?
Yes
3) How long was this candidate under your supervision? What time frame?
July 2023 – March 2024
4) If not, who did the candidate report to?
NA
5) Number of Beds?
100-200
6) Patient Ratio?
1:10

Double click on box – a pop up opens and you can check the appropriate box

Excellent Good Fair Poor Excellent Good Fair Poor

Quality of Work ✔ Initiative ✔

Performance ✔ Co-Operation ✔

Attitude ✔
Appearance ✔

Skill ✔ Attendance ✔

Reason for separation: Better Opportunity

Company polices permitting, would you rehire? Yes ✔ No

Remarks: Shalondra is well behaved, punctual employee, i recommend her to rehire

Name of person giving reference: Zendra Rials

Title: Coworker Phone: ( 309) 706 5910

Phone reference taken by: Shivani Pandey Date: 04/10/2025