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Lydia Smith

Flora,IL

Summary

Dedicated CNA with a proven track record at Axiom Healthcare, skilled in compassionate patient care and vital signs monitoring. Successfully trained new caregivers, enhancing team performance and client satisfaction. Committed to promoting independence and dignity while implementing individualized care plans, ensuring optimal health outcomes and fostering trust with clients and families.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Self Employed Services
Flora
05.2026 - Current
  • Provided compassionate care to clients, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
  • Assisted clients with personal hygiene, mobility, and meal preparation to enhance quality of life.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in health status to families and healthcare providers.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client care and progress to ensure continuity of care.

CNA

Axiom Healthcare
Flora, IL
09.2020 - 05.2026
  • Trained new caregivers on best practices for patient interaction and safety protocols.
  • Implemented individualized care plans based on client needs and preferences, promoting independence.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and improving overall satisfaction with services.
  • Coordinated communication between clients, families, and healthcare professionals to optimize care strategies.

CNA

Helia Healthcare
Olney, IL
08.2017 - 08.2021
  • 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.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Urbana Adult Education
Urbana, IL

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Basic life support
  • End-of-life care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Emergency response
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care

Timeline

CNA

Self Employed Services
05.2026 - Current

CNA

Axiom Healthcare
09.2020 - 05.2026

CNA

Helia Healthcare
08.2017 - 08.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Urbana Adult Education