Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
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Anthonia Smith
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Overview
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Gandse Home Health Care Inc
CNA
03.2023 - Current
Job overview
- 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.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Harmonious Place ( Adult Home) Los Angeles, CA
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
12.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Education
University of Science And Technology Lagos, Nigeria
Bachelor Of Science from Social Sciences
University Overview
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Compassionate Communication
- Patient Lifting
- Indirect Patient Care
- Documenting Behaviors
- Patient-Focused Care
- Electronic Charting
- Mobility Assistance
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Patient Relations
- Care Plan Implementation
- Tube Feedings and Medications Familiarity
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Recording Vital Signs
- Preparing Meals
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
Timeline
CNA
Gandse Home Health Care Inc
03.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Harmonious Place ( Adult Home)
12.2022 - Current
University of Science And Technology
Bachelor Of Science from Social Sciences