Cristy Smith
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record in delivering exceptional resident care and support. Skilled in managing challenging situations with professionalism and empathy. Demonstrates strong ability to collaborate effectively within healthcare teams and work independently to meet resident needs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Kasier Permanente
Lancaster
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene and daily living activities to promote independence.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated changes to healthcare teams promptly.
- Documented patient progress and care details in comprehensive reports.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Collaborated with family members to develop tailored care plans for individuals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance overall patient well-being.
- Followed safety protocols during transfers and mobility assistance for maximum security.
- Changed bed linens regularly to maintain hygiene standards in patient living areas.
CNA
Home Health in Home Support Service
Palmdale
01.2017 - Current
- Demonstrated expertise in providing care and comfort to elderly individuals.
- Maintained relevant safety standards consistently throughout caregiving practices.
- Coordinated effectively with professional staff to ensure comprehensive support.
- Identified and mitigated potentially unsafe conditions proactively.
- Executed basic housekeeping tasks, including cleaning, cooking, and laundry efficiently.
- Applied strong knowledge of private facility caregiving protocols.
- Worked independently while ensuring high standards of care delivery.
CNA
Ucla Medical Center
01.2010 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities including meals exercise and leisure programs.
- Provided assistance as needed with resident admissions discharges and transfers.
- Maintained and updated assigned documentation on a regular basis. Vital Signs
- Reported all changes in resident condition and allegations of residence abuse to charge nurse on duty.
- Notified charge nurse of unavailable or low stocks of required supplies.
CNA
Holy Cross Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Assisted residents with daily living activities including meals exercise and leisure programs.
- Provided assistance as needed with resident admissions discharges and transfers.
- Maintained and updated assigned documentation on a regular basis. Vital Signs
- Reported all changes in resident condition and allegations of residence abuse to charge nurse on duty.
- Notified charge nurse of unavailable or low stocks of required supplies.
CNA
Antelope Valley Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Provided nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures
- Ensured the safety and well-being of the residents is maintained
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, hygiene, and grooming in accordance with established care plan
- Given enemas to patient when needed, vital signs.
- Measured and recorded patient's fluid intake and output
- Managed supply inventory and supply requisitions
CNA
AVC Nursing Home
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Ensured resident well-being and safety in all performed tasks.
- Provided residents with daily activity assistance in dressing grooming and bathing.
Education
High School Diploma -
James Monroe High
Sun Valley, CA06-1995
Skills
- Nursing practice experience
- Vital sign observation
- Care team coordination
- Crisis management
- Physical stamina for patient handling
- Oral and written communication
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Timeline
CNA
Kasier Permanente
01.2023 - Current
CNA
Home Health in Home Support Service
01.2017 - Current
CNA
Holy Cross Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2017
CNA
Ucla Medical Center
01.2010 - Current
CNA
Antelope Valley Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2010
CNA
AVC Nursing Home
01.2003 - 01.2004
High School Diploma -
James Monroe High
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