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Shanika Small

Mental Health Nurse Manager at St. Francis Friends of the Poor

Shanika Small is a dedicated healthcare professional and entrepreneur with extensive experience in nursing and mental health care. As the Founder of Shalana Essentials since November 2020, Shanika has developed a plant-based skincare line focused on wellness products aimed at alleviating dry skin, pain, and stress. Currently serving as Field RN Supervisor at CenterLight Health System since March 2021, Shanika has previously held roles as a Psychiatric Nurse at Interfaith Medical Center and provided homecare services to psychiatric and medical patients at NYC Health + Hospitals. With a strong background in psychiatric nursing, Shanika has consistently delivered acute care, crisis intervention, and psycho-educational support. Shanika holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from SUNY Empire State College and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The City College of New York, complemented by a certification in Natural Skincare Formulation from Formula Botanica.

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New York, United States

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St. Francis Friends of the Poor

The St. Francis Residences serve adults living with serious mental illness, primarily schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorders, who have a history of chronic homelessness. Our services include: - affordable, low-barrier housing - deeply subsidized meals - on-site psychiatric and medical care - medication management - money management - a robust arts program - socialization, recreation, life skills, and health & wellness groups