Sajuana Smith
Cedar Hill, TX 469-***-**** **********@*****.***
A highly-motivated and dependable healthcare provider with 15+ years of experience with patient records, medical billing, hospital work schedules, and healthcare policies. Reduced hospital expenses by 13% by implementing new billing methods. Looking to transfer skills into the Health Information Manager field.
Professional Experience
Restoring Hope Caregiver Services Cedar Hill, TX
CEO/CNA June 2018 - Present
• Supported parent through serious illness, providing at-home care to assist with recovery
• Collaborated with family members to observe patient and document the observations and the services provided
• Conducted a needs assessment and developed services plans that met the unique needs of the patient
• Performed household tasks such as laundry, dusting, vacuuming and preparing meals to meet the nutritional and emotional needs of the patient
Dignity Hospice Dallas, TX
Care Provider December 2016 - May 2018
• Provided quality healthcare services and met the emotional needs of 10+ clients, achieving an 80% customer satisfaction rate
• Coordinated with all levels of hospital and medical staff, including doctors, specialists, and nurses, by ensuring healthcare needs were being addressed to keep the office running smoothly
• Utilized empathy to promote the patient’s comfort and build friendly relationships with patients, resulting in an 80% increase in positive ratings
• Collaborated with staff members to observe patients and document the observations and the services provided
• Trained 4+ staff members in procedures for handling escalated situations and assisting with behavioral issues, raising staff efficiency by 10%
• Informed staff of the latest healthcare mandates and policies by emailing staff to ensure all policies were being followed
Fashions for the Cure Rowlett, TX
SR. Operations Officer January 2016 - November 2016
• Provided an outlet for cancer survivors to meet up, network, and fellowship with others
• Encouraged cancer survivors to share their stories and find something in common to help one another
• Promoted fashion to educate and enlighten the community about the importance of early cancer detection and how it can save lives
Restoring Hope Caregiver Services Rowlett, TX
CEO/CNA April 2010 - December 2015
• Established effective budgeting and accounting system that improved efficiency and reduced costs, saving more than $200 annually
• Observed private billing and verified that proper procedures were followed, minimizing inconsistencies by 13%
• Achieved financial and growth goals 50% by negotiating pricing and increasing patients, while ensuring enhancements of services
• Conducted a needs assessment and developed service plans that met the unique needs of more than 5 patients
• Spearheaded home visits to view elderly and disabled individuals, giving detailed, personalized, friendly & polite service to ensure customer retention
Additional Experience
Caregiver Support System LLC. Certified Nursing Assistant
• Charted daily information on the patient such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages, daily intake and output, blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
• Assisted 10+ patients weekly by performing basic hygiene care, organizing patient living quarters, and maintaining household tasks
Core Competencies
Communication, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal, Multi-Tasking, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Flexibility, Microsoft Office Suite, Customer Service, Leadership, Data Entry
Education/Certifications
Certification: Certified Nurse Assistant, El Centro College
Certification: CPR and AED, American Heart Association