Samaria Russell
Jonesboro,AR
Summary
Skilled Certified Nursing Assistant with a strong background in providing compassionate patient care, enhancing comfort and dignity. Demonstrated expertise in assisting with daily living activities, measuring vital signs, and maintaining a hygienic environment, contributing to improved patient health outcomes. Recognized for effectively communicating changes in patient conditions to nursing staff, ensuring timely care delivery. Committed to fostering a supportive atmosphere for patients, bringing unique value through dedicated service and attention to detail. Accomplished CNA experienced in delivering compassionate care to patients, ensuring their well-being and comfort. Proficient in vital sign monitoring and patient documentation. Dedicated Childcare Provider with a proven track record of creating engaging and safe environments for children. Skilled in organizing activities to enhance cognitive and physical development. Possess CPR training and strong safety awareness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Wisconsin Veterans Home
02.2025 - 10.2025
- Provided compassionate care and support to patients in daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures, maintaining a clean and safe environment for patient care.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the risk of illness, contributing to a healthier patient population.
Crew Member
ARBY'S
Jonesboro, AR
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Helped satisfy customer's needs. Helped one back line cook food. Closed on night shift.
Childcare Provider
TC-LA
Bay, Arkansas
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Created an atmosphere that was stimulating, encouraging, supportive, respectful and fun. Organized activities such as games, arts and crafts, music, outdoor play.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while responding quickly to changing needs of the children.
- Utilized games, toys, and books to develop and improve cognitive skills and physical abilities.
- Communicated with children’s parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.
- Modeled good behavior for the children while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Cleaned and sanitized childcare toys, keeping play areas hygienic and free of harmful objects.
CNA
RIDGECREST
Jonesboro, AR
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
- Provided quality care to elderly patients in a long-term care facility setting.
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
CNA
Southeast Arkansas Human Development Center
Warren, AR
10.2025 - 04.2026
- Provided compassionate care to clients , assisting with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Assisted in medication administration under supervision, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams to enhance the clients well-being.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding clients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced clients stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
CNA
THE BLOSSOMS OF NEWPORT
Jonesboro, AR
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients.
- Stocked patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs.
- Reported any change in patient condition promptly to the nurse supervisor.
Resident Assistant
THE BUNGALOWS
Jonesboro, AR
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living as described on individual care plans.
- Undressed, washed, and dressed patients to provide personal hygiene assistance.
- Answered patient call signals to determine patient needs.
- Cleaned and tidied up resident room.
- Prepared and served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Observed resident functioning and reported changes in condition or behavior to supervisor.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
NETTLETON
Jonesboro, AR01.2024
Skills
- Time Management
- CPR training
- Childcare
- Safety awareness
- CPI training
Certification
CNA
Timeline
CNA
Southeast Arkansas Human Development Center
10.2025 - 04.2026
CNA
Wisconsin Veterans Home
02.2025 - 10.2025
Childcare Provider
TC-LA
02.2024 - 07.2024
Crew Member
ARBY'S
01.2024 - 10.2024
CNA
RIDGECREST
10.2023 - 06.2024
CNA
THE BLOSSOMS OF NEWPORT
10.2022 - 10.2023
Resident Assistant
THE BUNGALOWS
03.2021 - 04.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
NETTLETON