Jenna Smith
Maysville,GA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bell Minor Home
Gainesville, GA
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily activities, enhancing comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Patient Care Technician
Landmark Hospital
Athens, Ga
09.2022 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
TECHNICIAN
St. Mary's Healthcare
Athens, Ga
03.2019 - 12.2023
- Take vital signs
- Blood sugars
- Brief changes or take patients to bathroom
- Feed patients
- Oral care
- Turn patients every two hours
- Wound care
- Give patients CHG baths and linen changes daily
- Answer call lights in a timely manner
- Make sure all patients have the opportunity to get out of the bed and move
- Get specimens on patients if needed
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Franklin County High School
Carnesville, GASkills
- CERTIFICATIONS
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Cultural Awareness
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bell Minor Home
12.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Landmark Hospital
09.2022 - Current
TECHNICIAN
St. Mary's Healthcare
03.2019 - 12.2023
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Franklin County High School