Lania Smith
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with 10 years of healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Certified Nursing Assistant offering 11+ years of experience in healthcare environments. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs. Knowledgeable and compassionate nursing staff memberdiligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals of diverse backgrounds while protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QMA/CNA
Churchmen Care Center
10.2019 - Current
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to the nurse.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, testing urine and recording intake and outtake information.
- Employed mobility devices and other equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises, open wounds or blood in urine.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
- Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores.
- Performed basic treatments such as passive range of motion, simple dressing changes, skincare, thermal applications, non-sterile soaks, perineal care and glucose testing.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Assisted nurses with cleaning G-tube, J-tube and regular catheter insertion.
CNA/HHA
Wildwood Health Care Center
07.2008 - 10.2019
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals, including purchasing ingredients from local shops.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Promoted development of healthy lifestyle to meet health and wellness objectives.
- Delivered assistance to elderly clients in daily activities including bathing, dressing, physical transfers and care for incontinence.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients, consulting with nurse to address concerns and protect each person from any harm.
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Traveled to clients' homes to provide healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Performed basic household chores, including washing floors, washing dishes, vacuuming, garbage disposal and dusting.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Assisted with general household activities, such as cooking, meal preparation and grocery shopping.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Healthcare Specialist
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN05.2021
High School Diploma -
North Central High School
Indianapolis, IN05.2007
Skills
- Privacy and confidential
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Patient assessments
- Conducting intakes
- Supporting personal needs
- Data Entry
- Documenting behaviors
- Recording vital signs
- Direct patient care
- Companionship and emotional support
- Feeding assistance experience
- Measuring bodily fluids
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Transporting patients
- Inpatient care
- Outpatient care
- Helping with medication
- Grooming and bathing assistance
- Collecting specimens
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Basic Life Support
- Outpatient Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient-focused care
- Compassionate communication
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Feeding Assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Bathing Assistance
- Electronic Charting
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Phlebotomy Technician (PT)
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
Timeline
QMA/CNA
Churchmen Care Center
10.2019 - Current
CNA/HHA
Wildwood Health Care Center
07.2008 - 10.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Healthcare Specialist
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
High School Diploma -
North Central High School
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