Arimetha Smith
Andover,MN
Summary
Healthcare professional committed to delivering compassionate care and supporting patient needs. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with medical staff and adapt to dynamic healthcare environments. Reliable team player focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes through empathetic care and attention to detail.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Comfort Keepers Home Care
Westerville, Ohio
11.2017 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
CNA
Ohio Hospital For Psychiatry
Columbus, Ohio
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature
- Care for patient who have been afflicted with mental health condition such as substance abuse disorder, Alzheimer alone with post- traumatic stress disorder and veterans
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Direct Support Professional
JEVS Human Services
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
02.2007 - 03.2010
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community
- Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
Education
Early Learning And Child Care -
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH02.2024
Surgical Tech Certificate Surgical Technology - undefined
Harris School of Business
Upper Darby, PA06.2010
High School Diploma - undefined
DAYLIGHT TWIILIGHT HIGH SCHOOL
Trenton, NJ06.2005
CNA/ STNA License Nursing - undefined
Clinical Pathways
Philadelphia, Pa06.2003
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Leadership
- Activity of Daily Living
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Reliable team player
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Recording vital signs
- HIPAA Compliance
- Safety Precautions
- Electronic Charting
- Light Housekeeping
- Trustworthy companion
- Preparing meals
- Activity Coordination
- CNA Certification
- CPR Certification
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Home Health Aide Certification (HHA) - National Association for Home Care & Hospice or state-specific agencies.
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- PCA
Timeline
CNA
Comfort Keepers Home Care
11.2017 - Current
CNA
Ohio Hospital For Psychiatry
07.2015 - 08.2016
Direct Support Professional
JEVS Human Services
02.2007 - 03.2010
Surgical Tech Certificate Surgical Technology - undefined
Harris School of Business
High School Diploma - undefined
DAYLIGHT TWIILIGHT HIGH SCHOOL
CNA/ STNA License Nursing - undefined
Clinical Pathways
Early Learning And Child Care -
Columbus State Community College