Kimberly Smith
Kingsport,TN
Summary
Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness, and household activities. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Companion Caregiver
Care Central Senior Services
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, improving their quality of life.
- Prepared nutritious meals for clients, supporting their overall health and dietary needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Promoted a safe home environment by conducting regular assessments of potential hazards and implementing appropriate safety measures.
- Provided transportation to appointments and social events, promoting client independence and participation in community activities.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients through active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
- Managed household chores such as laundry and cleaning, maintaining a clean and organized living space for clients.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing companionship and engaging in meaningful conversations.
- Implemented personalized care plans to address individual client needs and preferences.
- Offered emotional support during challenging times by providing compassionate conversation and understanding presence during difficult situations.
- Encouraged physical activity according to each client''s abilities, fostering improved motor function and overall health benefits.
- Assisted clients with personal grooming tasks, preserving dignity and selfesteem.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols; ensured prompt medical attention while remaining calm and supportive.
- Educated families on available resources related to caregiving responsibilities; facilitated connections to local support groups when needed.
Food Preparation Worker, Cook, Customer Service
McDonald's Restaurant
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
- Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.
- Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in consistently arriving for scheduled shifts to meet service demands.
- Packaged and stored food products following proper handling and preservation methods.
- Prepared ingredients according to precise specifications, resulting in consistent meal quality across all menu items.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, adhering to strict health and safety standards for optimal work conditions.
- Organized and re-stocked various stations and self-service items.
- Multitasked effectively during high-volume periods by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Demonstrated strong attention-to-detail when measuring ingredients and following recipes closely for best results.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained organization in kitchen to keep track of multiple tasks and prepare meals correctly.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Managed time to juggle multiple meal preparations simultaneously and complete job duties on time.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Trained new staff members on proper food preparation techniques and kitchen safety protocols, fostering a cohesive work environment.
CNA, Nurse Aide, Caregiver
NHC Rehabilitation
04.2022 - 07.2022
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Certified Medication Aide
The Lexington Assisted Living Center
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area, reducing potential risks associated with cross-contamination or mixups.
- Promoted patient safety with thorough knowledge of medication interactions and contraindications.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Provided training and mentoring for newly hired Certified Medication Aides, promoting a consistent level of quality care across all staff members.
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications according to prescribed schedules and dosages.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving patients'' health issues related to their medications, coordinating closely with nursing staff for optimal outcomes.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring timely delivery of required treatments.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of state regulations governing Certified Medication Aides, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines during daily tasks.
- Conducted regular audits of patient charts to verify proper documentation of administered medications, contributing to regulatory compliance efforts within the facility.
- Educated patients and families on proper medication usage, side effects, and potential drug interactions.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Explained treatment procedures, medications, and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted in maintaining conducive environment for residents by adhering to infection control policies.
- Assisted in the management of medication inventory, ensuring the availability of necessary supplies and minimizing waste.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
Education
State Nursing License, Certified Medication Aide - Nursing
Ne Health Care Learning Center
Lincoln, NE12.2018
Diploma, Cosmetology License
Joesph's College of Beauty
Lincoln, NE08.1985
High School Diploma -
Ashland - Greenwood High School
Ashland, NE05.1984
Skills
- Patience and understanding
- Dementia Care
- Light exercise encouragement
- Toileting support
- Social interaction
- Emotional Support
- End of life care
- Meal Preparation
- Behavioral Management
- Medication Management
- Client Confidentiality
- Mobility Assistance
- Transportation Services
- Incontinence care
- Recreational Activities
- Nutrition knowledge
- Problem-Solving
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Elderly Care
- Multitasking and Organization
- Daily living assistance
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Dependable and Responsible
- Direct Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Compassionate Care
- Housekeeping
- Patient Assessments
- Flexible Schedule
- Medication and Appointment Reminders
- Medication Administration
- Medical record-keeping
- Documentation
- ADL Assistance
- Complex Problem-Solving
- PPE Usage
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- CPR Certification
- Decision-Making
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Safety Compliance
- Effective Communication
Timeline
Companion Caregiver
Care Central Senior Services
01.2023 - Current
Food Preparation Worker, Cook, Customer Service
McDonald's Restaurant
07.2022 - 09.2022
CNA, Nurse Aide, Caregiver
NHC Rehabilitation
04.2022 - 07.2022
Certified Medication Aide
The Lexington Assisted Living Center
04.2021 - 03.2022
State Nursing License, Certified Medication Aide - Nursing
Ne Health Care Learning Center
Diploma, Cosmetology License
Joesph's College of Beauty
High School Diploma -
Ashland - Greenwood High School
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