Yahseom Smyth
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at John Hopkins Hospital, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and emotional support. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance while implementing safety protocols and promoting independence in daily living activities.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
John Hopkins Hospital
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and medical equipment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on care procedures, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
CNA
Holly Hill Nursing Home
Baltimore Md
01.2024 - 09.2025
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Trained new CNAs on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records system.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
CNA
Bayada Home Health
Baltimore, MD
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
High School Diploma -
Reginald F Lewis
Pioneer Drive Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate communication
- Patient transfers
- Emotional support
- Emergency response
- Recording vital signs
- Geriatric care
- Direct patient care
- Mobility assistance
- Supporting personal needs
- Ambulation assistance
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
CNA
John Hopkins Hospital
09.2025 - Current
CNA
Holly Hill Nursing Home
01.2024 - 09.2025
CNA
Bayada Home Health
01.2023 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Reginald F Lewis