KAIRA SMITH
Chicago,IL
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
The University of Chicago Comer Children's Hospital
06.2021 - Current
- Works under the direct supervision of Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses and Physicians
- Provides constant observation and documentation of activity of assigned patients
- Provides basic patient care activities including vital signs, enemas and basic tests such as glucoscan, hemoccult and multistix
- Assists patients with activities of daily living, as appropriate/assigned, using proper aseptic, isolation, and infection control techniques in performance of duties
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding
- Completes procedures as assigned, such as collecting patient specimens and weighing patients
- Assists with the admission, discharge and transfer preparation of patients
- Assists in the maintenance of the patient environment: makes patient beds and tidies patient room
- Assists with the maintenance of supplies and equipment of the unit.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Certified Nursing Assistant: Surgery and Transplant Unit
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital
09.2017 - 05.2021
- To assist all doctors and registered nurses
- Conduct orientation program for all family and visitors
- Maintain accurate intake and discharge records
- Complete inventory and re-stock of unit supplies
- Respond to all patient requests and inquiries
- Respond to all incoming telephone calls
- Review schedule and adapt to assignment changes
- Provide direct care to all assigned infant, pediatric and adolescent patients.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Administration
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL12.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant Program -
Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL05.2016
Skills
- Patient-Focused Care
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Care Plan Implementation
- Safety Precautions
- Electronic Charting
- HIPAA Compliance
Volunteer Work And Association
- Greater House of Prayer Church Chicago, IL October 2013 to Present
- Nurses Board
- Special Events Committee
- Decor and Design Committee
- Youth and Young Adult Choir Member
Certificates And Abilities
- Nursing Assistant Certification Received May 2016
- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Training and Certification Received May 2016
- Assisting with the training of incoming employees
- Typing ability of 65 words per minute
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
The University of Chicago Comer Children's Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant: Surgery and Transplant Unit
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital
09.2017 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Administration
Concordia University Chicago
Certified Nursing Assistant Program -
Malcolm X College
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