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Ranardo Smith

Greensburg,LA

Summary

Caring individual dedicated to providing top-level care for patients and support of medical professionals. Stay calm in stressful situations with goal-oriented mindset. Knowledgeable about diverse patients and treatments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychiatric Nursing Assistant

Villa Feliciana Medical Complex
Jackson, LA
04.2018 - 06.2024
  • Maintained professionalism in emergency situations, assisting staff members in actions and monitoring patients.
  • Prepared and accompanied patients on public outings, managing safety, behavior and other activities.
  • Supervised and secured patients restricted to assigned areas.
  • Ensured that all CNA personnel were compliant with state regulations regarding certification requirements.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.

CNA

St Helena Parish Nursing Home
Greensburg, LA
08.2005 - 12.2017
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.

CNA

Kentwood Manor Nursing Home
Kentwood, LA
07.2003 - 05.2005
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.

Education

High School Diploma -

ST HELENA CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Greensburg, LA
05-2003

CNA - CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISANT

LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Greensburg, LA
05-2003

Skills

  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Professionalism
  • Team building
  • Active Listening
  • Excellent Communication
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Task Prioritization
  • Multitasking
  • Organizational Skills
  • Adaptability

Certification

  • CPR CERTIFIED

Timeline

Psychiatric Nursing Assistant

Villa Feliciana Medical Complex
04.2018 - 06.2024

CNA

St Helena Parish Nursing Home
08.2005 - 12.2017

CNA

Kentwood Manor Nursing Home
07.2003 - 05.2005

High School Diploma -

ST HELENA CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

CNA - CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISANT

LOUISIANA TECHNICAL COLLEGE

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