Brigetta Smith
El Dorado
Summary
Knowledgeable and compassionate nursing staff member diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals of diverse backgrounds while protecting patient safety and promoting satisfactions with facility services.
A determined family advocate proudly offering over ten years experience making home visits, providing assistance to families of children with disabilities and facilitating partnerships within the community. A highly trained professional promoting respect for all cultures. Offering exemplary time management skills and the ability to be calm in tense environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Timberlane Health And Rehab
10.2020 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Springs of El Dorado Health & Rehabilitation
10.2018 - 06.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical Center South Arkansas/SARH
11.2018 - 01.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
Family Server Advocate
Family and Children Together Inc.
08.2001 - 10.2010
- Advocated for the needs of children and families within the Head Start program by participating in policy discussions at local and regional levels.
- Provided ongoing training opportunities for parents related to early childhood development best practices.
- Assisted families in accessing community resources for housing, healthcare, and employment opportunities to promote selfsufficiency.
- Managed a caseload of Head Start families efficiently and effectively, ensuring timely completion of required tasks and thorough follow-up on identified areas for support.
- Served as an ambassador for the Head Start program within the larger community by attending events and sharing information about services offered to eligible families.
- Developed strong partnerships with local organizations that offer supportive services to low-income families, increasing resource availability for Head Start participants.
- Coordinated volunteer opportunities for parents within the classroom setting, enhancing their connection to their child''s educational experience.
- Visited homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR10.2010
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
South Arkansas Community College
El Dorado, AR05.1997
Skills
- Patient Care
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Electronic Charting
- Healthcare ethics
- Patient relationship building
- Patient Assessments
- Database Administration
- Case Management
- Time Management
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Timberlane Health And Rehab
10.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical Center South Arkansas/SARH
11.2018 - 01.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Springs of El Dorado Health & Rehabilitation
10.2018 - 06.2024
Family Server Advocate
Family and Children Together Inc.
08.2001 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Southern Arkansas University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
South Arkansas Community College
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