Desirae Smithson
Fairfield,USA
Summary
Seeking a full-time, challenging position around children and believers. I wish to use my degree towards helping and guiding the youth towards Christ.
Fully credentialed, clinically-trained CNA and home health aide with experience providing comprehensive, compassionate care in hospitals, homes, and with disabled children .
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Paramount Senior Assisted Living/Memory Care
Vacaville, CA
04.2021 - 11.2023
- Provided direct patient care, including assistance with daily living activities and mobility support.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records to ensure continuity of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care, safety protocols, and facility procedures.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment by adhering to infection control standards and protocols.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Increased family satisfaction with the Memory Care program through effective communication and regular updates on resident progress.
- Improved resident quality of life by developing and implementing personalized care plans for each individual in the memory care unit.
- Enhanced resident care by developing and implementing comprehensive memory care programs.
CNA
Orchard Post Acute Care
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Provided exceptional, thorough nursing services tailored to each patient.
- Performed hygiene services, like peri/oral care.
- Prepped healthy, individualized meals.
- Cleaned living spaces.
- Provided pre-filled medications on-time.
- Scheduled dental and doctor appointments, and transport the patients.
- Most importantly, provided sincere companionship.
- Provided acute-care based on age-related needs with pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Supported fellow staff to create, revise, and deliver individualized, comprehensive care programs.
- Completed necessary clinical documentation, including charts and forms.
- Appropriately handled confidential patient data.
- Processed admissions, discharges, and transfers.
CNA
Your Home Nursing Services
12.2017 - 07.2019
- Provided exceptional, thorough nursing services tailored to each patient.
- Performed hygiene services, like peri/oral care.
- Prepped healthy, individualized meals.
- Cleaned living spaces.
- Provided pre-filled medications on-time.
- Scheduled dental and doctor appointments, and transport the patients.
- Most importantly, provided sincere companionship.
- Provided acute-care based on age-related needs with pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Supported fellow staff to create, revise, and deliver individualized, comprehensive care programs.
- Completed necessary clinical documentation, including charts and forms.
- Appropriately handled confidential patient data.
- Processed admissions, discharges, and transfers.
- Maintained my technical skills through additional coursework.
- Performed clerical duties and helped create effective, efficient workflows.
Home Health Aide
In Home Supportive Services
Napa County, CA
03.2013 - 12.2015
- Provided personal, quality assistance to every client.
- Observed and recorded temperature, pulse, and respiration.
- Summarized and reported patient complaints to the doctor.
- Assisted patients with nutritious, well-proportioned food and fluid intake.
- Transported clients to appointments and stores.
- Performed household tasks such as doing laundry, dusting, washing dishes, and vacuuming.
Home Health Aide
In Home Supportive Services
Solano County, CA
05.2014 - 09.2015
- Provided personal, quality assistance to every client.
- Treated patients with varied health-related illnesses.
- Read and recorded temperature, pulse, and respiration.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Cashier/Customer Service
Target
Vacaville, CA
10.2014 - 01.2015
- Provided quality customer service and trained staff.
- Cross-trained and provided backup for other customer service representatives.
- Provided customers with product knowledge to help them with purchasing decisions.
- Performed cashier duties.
- Performed janitorial services to keep a clean, inviting store.
Education
CNA - CA Certified
North Bay Nursing Institute
Fairfield, CA11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Sacramento State
Sacramento, CAAssociate of Science - Criminal Justice
Solano Community College
Fairfield, CA05.2023
High School Diploma - Education
Rodriguez
Fairfield, CA01.2014
Skills
- Nursing Assistant certification
- Associates of Science Criminal Justice
- Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology and basic anatomy
- Proficiency in and knowledge of patient-care functions, including computerized charting
- Clinical experience
- Proficiency with computers and medical software
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong medical ethic, good clinical judgement, and patient- and family-focused
- Adolescence and adult developmental education
Timeline
CNA
Paramount Senior Assisted Living/Memory Care
04.2021 - 11.2023
CNA
Orchard Post Acute Care
07.2019 - 02.2020
CNA
Your Home Nursing Services
12.2017 - 07.2019
Cashier/Customer Service
Target
10.2014 - 01.2015
Home Health Aide
In Home Supportive Services
05.2014 - 09.2015
Home Health Aide
In Home Supportive Services
03.2013 - 12.2015
High School Diploma - Education
Rodriguez
CNA - CA Certified
North Bay Nursing Institute
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Sacramento State
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Solano Community College