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Olivia Smyly

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Competent 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

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mother Baby Nurse Aide/Healthcare Tech

Atrium Health
02.2023 - Current
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

Childcare Employee

Sportscenter Fitness And Athletic Club
03.2021 - Current
  • Observes play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Applies positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Cares for children ages 6 months to 8 years old in nurturing and age-appropriate ways.
  • Sets and enforces rules to maintain children's safety and creates a welcoming, caring environment for all children.
  • Keeps areas clean, organized and stocked, and sanitizes surfaces and toys after use.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Carolina Kidz Therapy
07.2022 - 11.2022
  • Implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, clinical, educational and vocational areas.
  • Provided direct occupational therapy services in home and school settings.
  • Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
  • Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
  • Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
  • Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.

Patient Safety Attendant

Atrium Health
06.2022 - 07.2022
  • Evaluated patient behavior and condition and reported new or unusual issues to doctor and family members.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student Intern

Select Physical Therapy
03.2022 - 04.2022
  • Implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, clinical, educational and vocational areas.
  • Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
  • Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
  • Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
  • Administered tests to assess nature of disabilities and limits of function and personal capacities.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student Intern

Atrium Health Behavioral Health Davidson
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
  • Implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, clinical, educational and vocational areas.
  • Provided direct occupational therapy services in inpatient mental health settings.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Education

Nurse Aide 1 -

Southern College of Health Sciences
Kannapolis, North Carolina
11.2022

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Concord, NC
05.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Mount Pleasant, North Carolina
06.2019

Associate of Science - Nursing

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Concord, NC
05.2025

Skills

  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Knowledge of Medical Terminology
  • Infection Control
  • Accurate Collection of Vital Signs
  • Proper Hygiene
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Clinical Team Collaboration

Certification

  • North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry – # 571811
  • CPR – American Heart Association – Healthcare Provider – August 2025
  • Mental Health First Aid Certification – October 2023
  • Natural Learning Environment Practices in Early Intervention Certification
  • Family-Centered Practices Certification
  • Coaching in Early Intervention Certification

Timeline

Mother Baby Nurse Aide/Healthcare Tech

Atrium Health
02.2023 - Current

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Carolina Kidz Therapy
07.2022 - 11.2022

Patient Safety Attendant

Atrium Health
06.2022 - 07.2022

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student Intern

Select Physical Therapy
03.2022 - 04.2022

Occupational Therapy Assistant Student Intern

Atrium Health Behavioral Health Davidson
01.2022 - 03.2022

Childcare Employee

Sportscenter Fitness And Athletic Club
03.2021 - Current

Nurse Aide 1 -

Southern College of Health Sciences

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

Associate of Science - Nursing

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

Associate of Science - Nursing

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Olivia Smyly