Relva Smith
Durham,NC
Summary
Adaptable healthcare professional skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to document care accurately in EMR systems, ensuring compliance and patient safety. Ready to contribute to a compassionate healthcare team.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Volunteers of America
Durham, NC
04.2026 - Current
- Facilitated daily living activities and personal care for residents to promote independence and dignity.
- Assisted participants with meals and feeding requirements to support nutritional needs and enhance dining experience.
- Provided assistance to participants in using commodes, urinals, and elevated toilet seats.
- Supported emotional well-being through compassionate interactions with participants.
- Maintained clean, safe environment, ensuring comfort and well-being of residents.
- Utilized Hoyer and lift equipment proficiently to ensure safety.
- Documented patient care accurately via Intus Care EMR system.
- Arranged furniture and supplies in day center for efficient operations.
Health Care Tech 1/Certified Nursing Assistant
Dept. of Health & Human Services, DSHS
Butner, North Carolina
06.2025 - 02.2026
- Monitored patient conditions and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Assisted in the implementation of care plans under supervision of healthcare staff.
- Documented patient vital signs accurately in EPIC EMR system.
- Escorted patients to outpatient & inpatient medical appointments.
- Extensive 1:1 observation services & q15 minute checks.
Administrative Assistant
FastMed Urgent Care/UNC-CH Hill/STSG
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
07.2020 - 05.2025
- Managed patient scheduling and appointments for urgent care services, enhancing operational flow.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Assisted in processing insurance claims and verifying patient coverage for efficient billing.
- Organized office supplies and equipment to support daily operations effectively.
- Supported front desk operations by greeting patients and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Trained 10 new staff members on Epic procedures for effective patient scheduling.
- Greeted visitors professionally, responding to inquiries and directing them appropriately.
- Answered customer questions regarding products and services to improve satisfaction.
Admin Assoc/HUC/Health Care Tech 1/Certified Nursing Assistant
Duke Medical Center
Durham, NC
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team.
- Maintained cleanliness and order in patient rooms and common areas.
- Supported patients with mobility needs during physical therapy sessions.
- Documented patient information into EPIC.
- Ensured that all supplies were adequately stocked and available for use when needed.
- Scheduled patients into specialized programs
- Assisted with the admission & transfers of patients.
- Communicated test or assessment results to medical professionals.
Constant Observer/CNA1
Nurse Care of North Carolina
Durham, NC
03.2014 - 01.2015
- Observed patient behaviors of peds to geriatrics patients and reported findings to nursing staff.
- Assisted in monitoring vital signs during patient care activities.
- Documented patient sleeping and behavorial changes and communicated with healthcare team.
- Engaged with patients to promote comfort and reduce anxiety.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance observational skills.
- Asked patients questions in presence of professionals to help conduct interview.
Education
CNA Recertification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Central Regional Psychiatric Hospital
Butner, NC09-2025
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Strayer
Morrisville09-2010
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- EMR documentation
- Collecting vital signs
- Safety precautions
- Inpatient care
- Observing responses
- Performing patient intakes
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Adaptable
- Medical terminology
- Infection control procedures
- Medical office administration
- Responding to emergencies
- Electronic charting
- Condition monitoring
- Reliable team player
- Compassionate caregiver
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Maintaining privacy
- Geriatric care
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Volunteers of America
04.2026 - Current
Health Care Tech 1/Certified Nursing Assistant
Dept. of Health & Human Services, DSHS
06.2025 - 02.2026
Administrative Assistant
FastMed Urgent Care/UNC-CH Hill/STSG
07.2020 - 05.2025
Admin Assoc/HUC/Health Care Tech 1/Certified Nursing Assistant
Duke Medical Center
01.2015 - 12.2019
Constant Observer/CNA1
Nurse Care of North Carolina
03.2014 - 01.2015
CNA Recertification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Central Regional Psychiatric Hospital
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Strayer