Joann Smith
Salisbury,NC
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with proven expertise in patient care and safety, honed at Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Excels in medical record-keeping and compassionate communication, significantly enhancing patient well-being. Demonstrates a strong commitment to providing high-quality care, with a focus on improving patient outcomes through meticulous attention to detail and empathetic support.
Experienced with providing compassionate care and support to individuals with diverse needs. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to enhance patient well-being. Track record of building trusting relationships and adapting to changing care requirements.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Caregiver
Mingo Home Care
03.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing for enhanced selfesteem.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Promoted client independence through encouragement and assistance in self-care tasks when appropriate.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to healthcare providers promptly.
- Drove patients to appointments and errands, ensuring their transportation needs were met safely and punctually.
- Improved patient nutrition by preparing healthy meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Implemented strategies to manage challenging behaviors effectively while maintaining client dignity and respect.
Nurse Assistant
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2020 - 11.2022
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills when working alongside fellow nurse assistants, nurses, physicians and other healthcare professionals striving towards common goals centered around providing high-quality care tailored specifically towards meeting individual patient needs as they arise throughout course treatment process.
Nurse Assistant
Novant Health Rowan Medical Center
02.2014 - 12.2019
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills when working alongside fellow nurse assistants, nurses, physicians and other healthcare professionals striving towards common goals centered around providing high-quality care tailored specifically towards meeting individual patient needs as they arise throughout course treatment process.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Mitchell Community College
Statesville, NCCertificate - Nurse Assistant I/II
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, NC06.2015
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client documentation
- Care plan assessment
- Fall prevention
- Compassionate client care
- Client safety and first aid
- Daily living assistance
- Medical record-keeping
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Compassionate communication
- Documentation
- EMR / EHR
- Medical office administration
- Dementia Care
Timeline
Private Caregiver
Mingo Home Care
03.2022 - Current
Nurse Assistant
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
08.2020 - 11.2022
Nurse Assistant
Novant Health Rowan Medical Center
02.2014 - 12.2019
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Mitchell Community College
Certificate - Nurse Assistant I/II
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
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