Shamara Smith
Sicklerville,NJ
Summary
Competent Driver with excellent customer service. Making sure that the client is picked up and dropped off safely in a timely matter. Supported numerous patients in large residential treatment facility and played key role in achievement of positive patient outcomes. Excellent communications and patient management skills leading to desirable results. Dedicated Health Aide highly skilled at assessing patient needs and administering appropriate care. I have over 21years of experience with multiple patients who are unable to care for themselves.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver/Support Aide
Phoenix Behavior Health
05.2024 - Current
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Promoted a safe environment for both clients and staff by adhering to established policies and procedures.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Cook / Dietary Aide
The Pines and Rehab of Philadelphia
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Lunch Aide
Nutrition Inc.
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Utilized safe and efficient methods for operating equipment.
- Assisted cook with prep work by cutting vegetables and preparing side dishes and salads.
- Operated industrial dishwasher to wash glassware and utensils.
- Prepared food according to recipe instructions to manage regular school meals.
- Followed guidelines for safe serving, appropriate temperatures and proper presentation.
Human Service Technician
Ancora Psychiatric Hospital
05.2008 - 01.2020
- Worked with severely mentally ill, homeless and dually-diagnosed adults.
- Attended meetings and participated in staff development training activities.
Certified Nurses Assistant
Medford convalescent nursing home
05.2005 - 10.2007
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Education
Certified Nurses Assistant -
Job Ready Training (CNA)
Camden, NJ03.2005
High School Diploma -
Trenton Central High School
Trenton, NJ06.1996
Skills
Restocking and storage procedures
Timeline
Driver/Support Aide
Phoenix Behavior Health
05.2024 - Current
Cook / Dietary Aide
The Pines and Rehab of Philadelphia
06.2023 - 02.2024
Lunch Aide
Nutrition Inc.
02.2022 - 06.2022
Human Service Technician
Ancora Psychiatric Hospital
05.2008 - 01.2020
Certified Nurses Assistant
Medford convalescent nursing home
05.2005 - 10.2007
Certified Nurses Assistant -
Job Ready Training (CNA)
High School Diploma -
Trenton Central High School