Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Amber Smith

SmithCrossing of Orland Park
Joliet,IL
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience

Dedicated CNA with a strong background in patient care, mobility support, and accurate recordkeeping. Skilled in responding to call lights, assisting with hygiene needs, and monitoring patient changes. Committed to compassionate service, HIPAA compliance, and strong teamwork.

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

9 Months
SmithCrossing of Orland Park | 02.2026 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes promptly to nursing staff
  • Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and daily comfort needs
  • Supported safe transfers, ambulation, and repositioning using proper body mechanics
  • Documented resident care observations accurately in required charts and records
  • Responded to call lights and provided timely assistance with mobility and toileting

Certified Nursing Assistant

1 Year 10 Months
Lightways Hospice | 04.2024 - 02.2026
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Delivered compassionate bedside support while respecting resident dignity and privacy
  • Communicated resident concerns clearly to charge nurse for coordinated care
  • Maintained clean, organized rooms while following infection control procedures

Certified Nursing Assistant

3 Months
State of IL Veterans Home - Manteno | 01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Certified Nursing Assistant

4 Months
Rivercrossing Nursing and Rehab of Joliet | 09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

Certified Nursing Assistant

3 Years 7 Months
Clipboard Health | 02.2020 - 09.2023
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.

Certified Nursing Assistant

1 Year 5 Months
Cedarhurst Assisted Living And Memory Care of Naperville | 12.2019 - 05.2021
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Certified Nursing Assistant

2 Years
Sunny Hill Nursing Home | 06.2015 - 06.2017
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.

Education

High School Diploma

Joliet Township Central | Joliet, IL | 05-2008

Certified Nursing Assistant

Genesis Healthcare Institute | Romeoville, IL | 04-2014

Skills

Patient care
HIPAA compliance
Infection control
Team collaboration
Patient support

Certification

CPR Certified

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

SmithCrossing of Orland Park
02.2026 - CurrentRead More

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lightways Hospice
04.2024 - 02.2026Read More

Certified Nursing Assistant

State of IL Veterans Home - Manteno
01.2024 - 04.2024Read More

Certified Nursing Assistant

Rivercrossing Nursing and Rehab of Joliet
09.2023 - 01.2024Read More

Certified Nursing Assistant

Clipboard Health
02.2020 - 09.2023Read More

Certified Nursing Assistant

Cedarhurst Assisted Living And Memory Care of Naperville
12.2019 - 05.2021Read More

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sunny Hill Nursing Home
06.2015 - 06.2017Read More

Genesis Healthcare Institute

Certified Nursing Assistant
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Joliet Township Central

High School Diploma
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Amber Smith