LARISSA SMITH
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented Nursing Student transitioning to professional practice, experienced in patient care across diverse settings. Conduct health assessments, administer medications, and assist in surgical procedures with a focus on safety. Communicate effectively with patients and families, ensuring compliant documentation through electronic charting.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician/ Sitter
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
Atlanta, GA
06.2026 - Current
- Delivered direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses in a busy hospital setting.
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, and hygiene needs to promote comfort and dignity.
- Supported patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and personal hygiene to enhance overall well-being.
- Assisted with safe patient transfers, ambulation, and positioning using appropriate body mechanics and assistive devices.
- Transported patients safely between units and diagnostic departments, ensuring timely access to necessary care.
- Maintain patient safety through fall prevention, purposeful rounding, and timely responses to call lights.
- Recorded vital signs and reported changes to clinical staff.
- Accurately document patient care, intake and output, and observations in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Protect patient confidentiality and maintain compliance with HIPAA requirements.
Patient Care Technician / Student Nurse Intern – Mother-Baby Unit
St. Vincent Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
01.2024 - 06.2026
- Supported mothers with postpartum care, providing perineal care, pain management support, and vital signs monitoring to enhance recovery.
- Provided newborn care such as bathing, diapering, cord care, and safe swaddling techniques 24 hr testing.
- Accurately measured and documented vital signs, intake/output, and patient observations for both mothers and infants.
- Supported RNs during newborn procedures (heel sticks, hearing screens, glucose checks) to ensure safe and efficient care.
- Facilitated safe transportation of mothers and infants for medical procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Educated mothers and families on breastfeeding, newborn care, and postpartum recovery to promote healthy practices under RN supervision.
- Collaborated with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver compassionate, family-centered care.
Student Nurse Intern/ Patient Care Assistant
St. Vincent hospital
Indianapolis
11.2023 - 04.2026
- Monitoring patient health and measuring vital signs.
- Assisting the healthcare team with administering treatments.
- Performing basic nursing procedures such as administering medications.
- Administered medications to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse. (under nurse supervision)
- Reported changes in patients' conditions to registered nurses and physicians, ensuring timely interventions.
- Provided emotional support and assisted patients with dietary intake, grooming, and personal hygiene to enhance overall well-being.
- Educated patients' relatives on proper care techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms to promote comfort and safety.
- Entered patient data into electronic health records accurately and efficiently.
Patient Care Assistant
IU Health
Indianapolis
08.2021 - 07.2024
- Monitoring patient health and measuring vital signs.
- Ensured accuracy of patient records to support effective care coordination.
- Supported the healthcare team by administering treatments.
- Performing basic nursing procedures such as administering medications.
- Reporting any changes in patients' conditions to a registered nurse or physician.
- Provided emotional support and assisted patients with dietary intake, grooming, and personal hygiene to enhance overall well-being.
- Maintaining close communication with the patient's healthcare team.
- Assisting with the educating of patients' relatives regarding the required care.
Medical Assistant ( IU HEALTH)
Staff America
Indianapolis
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Recorded patients' vital signs and documented physicians' notes for accurate tracking of medical conditions
- Collected tissue and fluid samples for laboratory analysis to support diagnostic accuracy
- Prepping exam rooms for clinical procedures and assisting practitioners with patient care
- Assisted physicians during routine checkups and outpatient procedures to enhance patient care
- Monitoring and documenting patient symptoms for physicians' review during clinical exams
- Providing compassionate patient support and care, attention and assistance during office visits
- Preparing and administering medications under the direction of supervising physicians
- Entered patient information into electronic health records for accurate tracking.
Patient Transport
St. Vincent hospital
Indianapolis, IN
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Facilitated safe, timely transport of patients to destinations using requested equipment, enhancing patient care and experience.
- Properly and safely transports patients, secures IVs, drainage tubes, etc., and secures patient.
- In accordance with the transportation of patients, uses wheelchairs and other approved rolling stock to carry out the essential duties of the position.
- Demonstrates competency in transporting all specific age groups.
- Communicates effectively with nursing personnel, clinicians, technicians or reception and dispatch.
- Ensures the comfort of the patient by being attentive. Offers blankets, checks modesty
- Notified nursing staff promptly of any signs of patient distress or equipment malfunction, ensuring immediate attention and safety.
- Maintained equipment functionality and reported repair needs, contributing to operational efficiency and patient safety.
- Performed accurate data entry for patient records in electronic systems.
Customer Service Rep
Indiana Auto Auctions
Indianapolis, IN
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Delivered outstanding customer service and responsiveness, fostering customer confidence and loyalty.
- Ensured customer acceptance and quality of resolution while identifying and escalating issues requiring advanced product knowledge or technical expertise.
- Maintain proactive communications with customers for incidents or requests.
- Identify, research, and resolve technical and end-user application failures and deficiencies.
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for the design and development of training materials.
- Ensure proper follow-through on all directives, bulletins and schedules from management.
- Facilitated effective communication among department employees and across the corporation.
- Performed data entry tasks to ensure accurate record-keeping
Home Health Aide
Brownsburg Meadows
Brownsburg, Indiana
06.2017 - 02.2018
- Administered medication reminders to patients at scheduled times, supporting adherence to treatment plans.
- Facilitated meaningful conversations and activities with elderly patients, promoting emotional well-being.
- Conducted light housekeeping tasks, including dusting, vacuuming, and organizing, to ensure a clean and safe living environment.
Medical assistant
Geist Family Medicine & Pediatric
Indianapolis, IN
03.2018 - 01.2018
- Checked and charted height, weight, and blood pressure to maintain accurate patient records.
- Administer injections
- Received and communicated orders from physicians to facilitate effective patient care.
- Entered patient information into electronic records systems.
- Escorted patients to examination rooms to ensure timely and comfortable transitions.
Call Center Representative
Stericycle
Indianapolis, IN
03.2016 - 12.2017
- Addressed customer service inquiries in a timely and accurate fashion.
- Collected customer feedback to implement process changes that enhanced customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in developing call center operations, quality, and training processes to streamline service delivery.
- Developed relationships with call center departments through clear communication to improve collaboration.
- Ran reports and supplied data to fulfill customer report requirements.
- Maintained up-to-date records at all times.
- Performed data entry tasks to ensure accurate record-keeping.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
South College Indianapolis
Atlanta09-2027
Medical Assistant -
Indiana School of Phlebotomy
Indianapolis, IN01-2018
High School Diploma -
Providence Cristo Rey High School
Indianapolis, IN01-2014
Skills
- Patient care
- Basic Medication Administration
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Vital signs
- Vitals documentation
- Urinary Care
- Glucose Monitoring
- Patient Documentation
- Electronic health records
- Patient Care Reporting
- Patient Care Training
- ADL support
- CPR & BLS Certified
- Time management
Certification
- BLS certification thru AHA
- Home Health Aide Certified
TRAINING
- Indianapolis Urban League, Indianapolis, IN
- 2018
- New Beginnings Workforce Development Training Program
Timeline
Patient Care Technician/ Sitter
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
06.2026 - Current
Patient Care Technician / Student Nurse Intern – Mother-Baby Unit
St. Vincent Hospital
01.2024 - 06.2026
Student Nurse Intern/ Patient Care Assistant
St. Vincent hospital
11.2023 - 04.2026
Patient Care Assistant
IU Health
08.2021 - 07.2024
Patient Transport
St. Vincent hospital
01.2019 - 11.2019
Medical Assistant ( IU HEALTH)
Staff America
07.2018 - 07.2021
Medical assistant
Geist Family Medicine & Pediatric
03.2018 - 01.2018
Customer Service Rep
Indiana Auto Auctions
01.2018 - 05.2018
Home Health Aide
Brownsburg Meadows
06.2017 - 02.2018
Call Center Representative
Stericycle
03.2016 - 12.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
South College Indianapolis
Medical Assistant -
Indiana School of Phlebotomy
High School Diploma -
Providence Cristo Rey High School