Jaylah Quemado-Smith
Kapolei,USA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate with natural aptitude for patient care, always maintaining positive and upbeat demeanor. Possesses solid understanding of basic medical procedures and patient support, with ability to assist in daily living activities and monitoring vital signs. Committed to providing quality care and making significant impact on patient well-being.
Transitioning from healthcare environment where compassionate patient care and teamwork were key. Skilled in delivering effective patient support and maintaining accurate medical records. Looking to leverage these transferrable skills in new field to continue making positive impact.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Pali Momi Medical Center
‘Aiea, HI
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted with daily patient care, including bathing, grooming, and feeding to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely medical interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms to ensure safe and welcoming environments.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records to support effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans that address patient needs effectively.
- Trained new nursing assistants on best practices in patient care and safety protocols to promote team efficiency.
- Implemented infection control procedures, reducing the risk of hospital-acquired infections among patients.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Assumed responsibility for additional shifts and extended hours during peak periods and holidays to ensure adequate staffing and floor coverage.
Front Desk Receptionist
Lavish Salon & Spa
Kapolei, HI
09.2023 - Current
- At Lavish, I was working 5-6 days a week including one weekend day. I started working on my own after around 3-4 weeks of working there. I covered for when they needed someone to cover. I worked with the customers directly, answered any calls, checked clients in and out, as well as handled cash during transactions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kapolei High School
Kapolei, HI05.2024
Skills
- Works well with others
- Communication skills
- Math
- People skills
- Leadership
- Team Work Skills
- Customer service
- Basic Math
- Phone etiquette
- Time management
- Computer skills
- Stocking
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Patient feeding
- Patient-focused care
- Infection control
- Catheter care
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Pali Momi Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
Front Desk Receptionist
Lavish Salon & Spa
09.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Kapolei High School