Cheyanne Smith
Cypress,CA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kindred Hospital Brea
Brea, California
06.2024 - Current
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shield Hospice
Van Nuys, California
09.2022 - Current
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Certified Nursing Assistant
In Home Care Hospice
Tujunga, California
05.2022 - Current
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Intake Coordinator
We Connect U Today
Hawthorne, California
02.2017 - Current
- Assisted in determining appropriate referrals for clients to other community agencies or programs.
- Developed strategies to assist clients in overcoming barriers that impede successful outcomes.
- Met regularly with clients to review progress towards established goals and objectives.
- Coordinated the intake process for new clients, including scheduling initial assessments and providing necessary paperwork.
- Provided information and resources to individuals, families, and groups seeking assistance.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Even Hospice
Van Nuys, California
01.2018 - 12.2022
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Caregiver
Valley View Gardens Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Garden Grove, California
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CASkills
- Patient-focused care
- Documenting behaviors
- Vital sign recording
- Observing responses
- Infection control procedures
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Direct patient care
- Companionship and emotional support
- End-of-life care
- Bathing assistance
- Family support and assistance
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kindred Hospital Brea
06.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shield Hospice
09.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
In Home Care Hospice
05.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Even Hospice
01.2018 - 12.2022
Intake Coordinator
We Connect U Today
02.2017 - Current
Caregiver
Valley View Gardens Alzheimer’s and Dementia
08.2016 - 12.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Orange Coast College