Latavia Smith
Twentynine Palms
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Provider experienced in delivering high-quality support and enhancing patient comfort. Developed strong skills in vital signs monitoring and personal hygiene assistance within fast-paced healthcare environments. Focused on maintaining patient dignity while leveraging transferable skills for impactful contributions in new field.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Teachers assistant
ProCare Therapy
Twentynine Palms
12.2025 - Current
- Facilitated learning for students with diverse needs in individual and group settings to promote academic progress.
- Guided special needs students through school challenges to enhance their educational experience.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Prepared instructional materials and classroom resources to support effective teaching and learning.
Certified Nursing Assistant
ProCare Therapy
Twentynine Palms
12.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eisenhower Health
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Facilitated oral and personal hygiene by assisting patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Supported patient nutrition by assisting with feeding and monitoring intake to ensure dietary goals were met.
- Prepared and sanitized patient consultation rooms to uphold hygiene standards and contribute to a safe environment.
- Assisted in cleaning consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards. and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Certified Nursing Assistant
Indian Canyon Post Acute
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Delivered personal care services including bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding, promoting patient dignity and comfort.
- Supported patients in daily living activities, enhancing overall comfort and wellbeing.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Prevented pressure ulcer development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Executed precise documentation of patient information according to established protocols, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Inland Valley Medical Center
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance independence and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to ensure timely and accurate patient care.
- Prepared equipment and maintained clean work environments to support nursing staff in delivering quality care.
- Supported nursing staff by preparing equipment and maintaining clean work environments.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Murrieta Health And Rehabilitation Center
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Monitored vital signs and promptly reported changes to nursing staff, facilitating timely interventions.
- Maintained clean and organized patient areas, supporting healthcare team in delivering high-quality care.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate support during challenging times., fostering a compassionate environment.
- Documented patient care accurately to ensure continuity of care.
- Provided emotional support to patients, enhancing their overall well-being in a compassionate environment.
Education
Certificate -
Mission Career College
Riverside, CAHigh School Diploma -
Paloma Valley High School
MenifeeSkills
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Collecting vital signs
- Student support
- Assessment techniques
- Classroom management
- Learning strategies
- Documentation practices
- Patient care focus
- Assisting students
- Facilitating activities
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Teachers assistant
ProCare Therapy
12.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
ProCare Therapy
12.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eisenhower Health
09.2024 - 07.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Indian Canyon Post Acute
12.2023 - 09.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Inland Valley Medical Center
01.2023 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Murrieta Health And Rehabilitation Center
11.2022 - 02.2023
Certificate -
Mission Career College
High School Diploma -
Paloma Valley High School