Desirre Smith
Duluth,MN
Summary
Dedicated CNA/RA with over 15 plus years of care, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and vital signs monitoring. Adept at fostering patient independence, I excel in patient care and empathetic communication. My commitment to improving patient wellbeing and maintaining dignity stands out, making me a reliable asset to any healthcare team.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/RA
Wesley Residence Assisted Living
Duluth, MN
03.2016 - 10.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
CNA/PCA
Heartland PCA
Duluth, MN
03.2005 - 02.2016
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
Education
CNA -
Lake Superior College
Duluth, MN2012
High School Diploma -
ISD 709 (Homeschooling)
Duluth Mn2002
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Transfers
- Reliable team player
Timeline
CNA/RA
Wesley Residence Assisted Living
03.2016 - 10.2023
CNA/PCA
Heartland PCA
03.2005 - 02.2016
CNA -
Lake Superior College
High School Diploma -
ISD 709 (Homeschooling)