SHERRI

SMITH CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

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Gilbert, AZ 85298

Generations Homecare - CNA/Caregiver

Tempe, Arizona • 03/2024 - Present

The Robinson Family - Nurse

Mesa, AZ • 02/2004 - 05/2006

Cardon Family - Nurse

Mesa, Az • 06/2001 - 06/2002

Lambson Homecare - Facility Manager

Mesa, Az • 10/1997 - 06/2002

EXPERIENCE

Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.

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Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.

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• Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding. Demonstrated the ability to work independently as well as part of a team environment.

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Assisted in providing patient care, including administering medications, treatments and performing diagnostic tests.

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Applied effective communication techniques when interacting with patients and families.

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Responded quickly and effectively to changes in condition or response to treatment.

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Exercised sound judgment when making decisions regarding patient safety and well-being.

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Assessed and evaluated patient physical, mental, and emotional status to assist with care needs.

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Applied effective communication techniques when interacting with patients and families.

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Demonstrated the ability to work independently as well as part of a team environment.

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Assisted in providing patient care, including administering medications, treatments and performing diagnostic tests.

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Responded quickly and effectively to changes in condition or response to treatment.

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Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patients' needs and develop individualized plans of care.

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Assessed and evaluated patient physical, mental, and emotional status to assist with care needs.

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Managed daily operations of a small facility, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and customer service standards.

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Monitored facility for cleanliness and made recommendations to improve facility aesthetics.

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Coordinated with vendors to purchase supplies, equipment and services needed for the facility.

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• Hired, trained and motivated facility personnel to maintain positive staff relations.

• Monitored facility to ensure that it remained safe, secure and well-maintained. Highly motivated individual with extensive

experience providing direct patient care in

hospital and long-term care settings.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively

with nursing staff, other healthcare

professionals, and patients to promote

quality patient care. Possesses strong

clinical knowledge, excellent communication

skills, and an unwavering commitment to

compassionate patient care.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

New Skills Vocational School

Ontario, Canada • 06/1990

Associate Degree: Nursing

GPA: 3.7

Lifework Education

Mesa • 03/2024

Certified Nursing Assistant : CNA

GPA: 3.7

Relevant Coursework

Lifework Education

Mesa, AZ • 03/2024

CNA Bridge : Medication Administration

EDUCATION

• Certified Nursing Assistant

SKILLS

• Basic Life Support

• Patient Care

• Compassion and Empathy

• Complex Problem-Solving

• Feeding Assistance

• Problem Solving

• Teamwork and Collaboration

• Infection Control

• Patient Transfers

• Conflict Resolution

• Active Listening

• Toileting Assistance

• Attention to Detail

• Organizational Skills

• Stress Management

• Maintaining Confidentiality

• Dressing Assistance

• Vital Signs Monitoring

• Adaptability and Flexibility

• Medical Terminology

• Bathing Assistance

• Time Management

• Multitasking Abilities

• Professionalism

• Direct Patient Care

• Pediatric Care

• Ambulation Assistance

Olsten Homecare - Homecare Nurse

Edmonton, Alberta • 05/1993 - 11/1996

Van Dale Manor - Health Care Aide

Sault Ste Marie, Ontario • 03/1987 - 02/1994

Tender Care Nursing Home - Activities Aide

Sault Ste Marie, Ontario • 03/1986 - 03/1987

• Conducted classes to teach procedures to staff.

Supervised staff of 6-8 employees, providing training, coaching and performance evaluations.

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Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate., to assess the status of the patient's health condition.

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Developed individualized plan of care for each patient based on assessment findings.

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Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills while interacting with patients and their families.

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Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.

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• Provided compassionate care to patients in a home setting. Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.

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Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills while interacting with clients and their families.

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Ensured safety of patients through appropriate positioning, turning, lifting techniques.

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• Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times. Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.

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• Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients. Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding client care plans.

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• Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature and respiration rate. Monitored pain and provided comfort measures, reporting abnormalities to nursing staff.

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• Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls.

• Maintained accurate records of patient's medical condition and care provided. Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.

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Ensured safety protocols were followed while leading activities to reduce risks of injury or illness among participants.

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Encouraged participation in activities by creating an environment that was both welcoming and engaging for all individuals involved.

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Served as a mentor for new employees by providing guidance on how best to interact with residents in a compassionate manner.

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References available upon request

REFERENCES

• HIPAA Compliance

• Geriatric Care

• Chronic Disease Management

• CNA Certification

• Excellent Communication

• Oral Hygiene

• Problem-Solving

• Team Collaboration

• Patient Care Quality

• Resident Care Associate (RCA)

• Blood Sugar Monitoring

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