Lazaiya Smith
Menifee
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented certified nursing assistant with experience providing high quality care to adult and geriatric patients in acute and sub-acute healthcare settings. Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), monitoring vital signs, supporting respiratory therapies, and maintaining a safe, comfortable environment for patients. Known for delivering empathetic patient-centered care while supporting nursing staff and adhering to joint commission standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Temecula Valley Healthcare
08.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by assisting with daily living activities.
- Monitored and reported vital sign changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Accurately documented patient care activities in electronic health records.
- Supported nursing team to implement care plans effectively and efficiently.
- Responded to call lights, ensuring patient comfort and safety adjustments.
- Facilitated feeding and monitored intake to meet nutritional goals.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eisenhower Medical Center
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Enhanced patient understanding of health management and safety protocols.
- Ensured safety by maintaining cleanliness and organization in care areas.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to meet comprehensive patient needs.
- Adapted swiftly to evolving priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Supported patient comfort by assisting with daily living activities.
- Recorded patient information and care activities in electronic health records.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Indian Canyon Post Acute
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Enhanced patient dignity by providing personalized care services like grooming and feeding.
- Monitored vital signs, including temperature and heart rate, ensuring timely interventions.
- Ensured safety through regular sanitization of surfaces and proper waste disposal.
- Elevated care quality by accurately recording vital signs and fluid intake/output.
- Advocated for patients' rights, ensuring ethical and respectful treatment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paloma Valley High School
Menifee, CA06-2019
Certificate -
Mission Career College
Riverside, CA10-2022
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Patient-focused care
- Feeding assistance
- Ambulation assistance
- Geriatric care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Temecula Valley Healthcare
08.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eisenhower Medical Center
01.2024 - 08.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Indian Canyon Post Acute
11.2022 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
Paloma Valley High School
Certificate -
Mission Career College