Taishan Smith
Salem,NJ
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant /Direct Support Professional with 8+ years experience working with consumers , known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, daily living , vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA/ Agency
Autumn Lake Healthcare
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Documented patient progress and care activities accurately in records.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Assistance toileting , feedings , bath baths
DSP
Visiting Angels
Wilmington, DE
10.2024 - 12.2025
- Light house keeping
- Companionship
- Doctors appointment
- Bed baths
- Feeds
DSP/Home Health Aide
Comfort Keepers
Newark , DE
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Ensured a safe environment by following health and safety protocols.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Assistant Manager
Dollar General
Vineland, NJ
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Assisted in managing daily store operations and ensuring smooth workflow.
- Trained new staff on company policies and customer service standards.
- Coordinated inventory management and restocking to maintain product availability.
- Implemented visual merchandising strategies to enhance store presentation.
DSP
Merakey
Millville, Nj
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Documented daily activities and care provided in client records accurately.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
DSP
Heart to Heart
Vineland, NJ
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
Education
Esthetician -
Dawn Career Institute
Newark , DE 01.2022 - 10.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Rowan College Of South Jersey
Vineland, NJSkills
- Patient care
- Cash Handling
- Makeup Application
- Customer Service
- Management
- Communication Skills
Certification
- CNA -Issued January 2026
Timeline
CNA/ Agency
Autumn Lake Healthcare
01.2026 - Current
DSP
Visiting Angels
10.2024 - 12.2025
DSP/Home Health Aide
Comfort Keepers
03.2024 - 10.2024
Esthetician -
Dawn Career Institute
01.2022 - 10.2022
Assistant Manager
Dollar General
05.2021 - 07.2022
DSP
Merakey
06.2019 - 04.2020
DSP
Heart to Heart
08.2018 - 05.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Rowan College Of South Jersey