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Schmya Cruz

Ladson,SC

Summary

Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with previous experience providing compassionate care in diverse healthcare settings. Recently completed CNA recertification training and awaiting state exam availability. Seeking an opportunity to contribute my skills to patient care and support.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Self-Contract Caregiver

Griswold Special Care
01.2022 - Current
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.

Certified Nursing Assistant CNA

Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
11.2011 - 10.2022
  • Provided high-quality personal care services to residents in a 240-bed long term care facility such as ADL's, bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Private Duty Caregiver

Consumer Directed Choices, Inc
04.2011 - 08.2014
  • Provided care and emotional for elderly women with the Lou Gehrig's disease.
  • Light housekeeping, cooking, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Tracheostomy care and medication monitoring.

Certified Patient Care TechniciaCPCT

Kindred Hospital
05.2007 - 01.2009
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

Education

GED -

Schenectady High School
Schenectady, NY
04-2013

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate

  • Time management

  • Elderly care

  • Problem-solving

  • Dependable and responsible

  • Dementia care

  • Direct patient care

  • Safety awareness

Certification


  • CNA Training Program- Trident Technical College, Charleston, SC

Dec 2024

  • Awaiting CNA State Exam


Timeline

Self-Contract Caregiver

Griswold Special Care
01.2022 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant CNA

Baptist Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
11.2011 - 10.2022

Private Duty Caregiver

Consumer Directed Choices, Inc
04.2011 - 08.2014

Certified Patient Care TechniciaCPCT

Kindred Hospital
05.2007 - 01.2009

GED -

Schenectady High School

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