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DA'LESHA SMITH

Selbyville

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Silver Linings Home Health. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and attentive to clients' needs, I excel in monitoring vitals and fostering emotional support. Proven ability to enhance quality of life through effective communication and personalized care strategies.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Silver Linings Home Health
10.2024 - Current
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.

DSP

Autism Delaware
08.2019 - 06.2024
  • Provided compassionate care and support to individuals with disabilities, ensuring safety and comfort.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
  • Monitored client progress, documenting changes in behavior or health to inform treatment adjustments.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

In-Home Caregiver

Visiting Angels
03.2019 - 01.2021
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.

Direct Support Professional

DELEWARE MENTOR
10.2015 - 09.2018
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.

Education

CNA - Nursing

Sussex Tech Community College
Georgetown, DE

High School Diploma -

James M. Bennett High School
Salisbury, MD
06.2009

Skills

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Attentive to People
  • Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
  • Laptop and Tablet Operation

Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Silver Linings Home Health
10.2024 - Current

DSP

Autism Delaware
08.2019 - 06.2024

In-Home Caregiver

Visiting Angels
03.2019 - 01.2021

Direct Support Professional

DELEWARE MENTOR
10.2015 - 09.2018

CNA - Nursing

Sussex Tech Community College

High School Diploma -

James M. Bennett High School
DA'LESHA SMITH