Joann Smith

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Houston TX, *****

713-***-****

adtl6m@r.postjobfree.com

Career Objective

Experienced and dedicated CNA Personable and highly-energetic nursing professional with 15+ years’ extensive experience in ER and Nursing Home Facilties, sub-acute, shock/trauma and triage units. Eager to work in high-load environment and achieve the highest level of patients’ satisfaction. Proven success in dealing with patients and families from different backgrounds. Demonstrated ability to address and communicate patient’s needs to the respective team. Experience

PCT 1, UTMB, Galveston TX, 04/2019-Current

Document patient's vital signs,collect specimens for lab work, transport patients from bed to wheelchair, assist with feeding, dressing, document outputs cathere’s and drainage bags. CNA, Medical Resort, Houston TX, 08/2014-Current

Take patients’ vital signs

Provide residents with personal-care services including medication and toileting support Maintain patients’ records and files as per the facility’s standard operating procedures Turn and change beds

Insert and empty catheter bags

Feed and bath residents

CNA, The Poimte Rehabitaition & Health Care Center, Webster TX, 05/2011-09/2013 Assisted licensed nursing staff in providing direct patient care Helped in the environmental preservation of the nursing unit Cleaned and bathed patients

Highly praised for effective teamwork and constant delivery of exceptional care to residents Trained 10 new nursing aides

CNA/Medication Aide, Exceptional Care, Houston TX, 01/2008-05/2011 Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming in accordance with established care plan.

Obtained specimens, weights, and vital signs of patients. Measured and recorded patients’ fluid intake and output. Trained and fully capable of utilizing the Hoyer and stand-up lift in accordance with resident transfer status.

Performed restorative nursing with residents to prevent decline. Protected and promoted resident rights and assisted the person to maintain independence. Education and Certification:

Nurse’s Aide Program Wayne State University of Medicine, Detroit, MI, 2009 Completed 80 hours of extensive clinical training

Certified Nursing Assistant, 2009

First Aid and CPR, 2014

ABCX and BLS (American Heart Association), 2009

Skills and Qualifications

Excellent clinical, customer service and communication skills. Ability to quickly learn new concepts and skills.

Knowledge of medical terminology and infection control standards. Knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents. Excellent verbal and writing skills.

Certified in CPR and first AID