Andrea Alexander Smith
Vero Beach,FL
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in patient care . Demonstrates a compassionate approach and a detail-oriented mindset, enhancing patient satisfaction and wellbeing. Achieved significant improvements in patient comfort and safety through innovative care strategies and effective team collaboration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Legacy Private Care
02.2021 - 05.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
CNA
Senior Helpers
02.2014 - 03.2021
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Education
Nursing Assistant Diploma
Faith Christian Fellowship Training Institute
Oakland Park , FL03-2009
High School Diploma -
Browns Town High School
ST Ann, Jamaica06-1985
Skills
- Trustworthy Companion
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Compassionate
- Detail-oriented
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Legacy Private Care
02.2021 - 05.2024
CNA
Senior Helpers
02.2014 - 03.2021
Nursing Assistant Diploma
Faith Christian Fellowship Training Institute
High School Diploma -
Browns Town High School