Mackneshia Smith
Memphis
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant with 4+ years of experience providing high-quality patient care in acute care and long-term care settings. Skilled in bedside care, vital signs monitoring, EMR documentation, dementia support, infection control, and safe patient handling. Dedicated to patient safety, dignity, and collaborative healthcare teamwork.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Edgewater Nursing
12.2024 - 12.2026
- Provided bedside care in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, feeding, toileting)
- Monitored, documented, and reported vital signs and patient condition changes
- Utilized safe patient transfer techniques including Hoyer lift and gait belts
- Maintained infection control and PPE compliance
- Assisted with admissions, discharges, and patient transport
- Documented care accurately in electronic medical records (EMR)
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regional health
Memphis
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting
- Monitored and documented vital signs, reporting abnormalities immediately to RN staff
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges, and transportation
- Maintained strict infection control and PPE protocols
- Supported patient mobility using Hoyer lifts, gait belts, and wheelchairs
- Responded quickly to call lights and patient needs
Caregiver
Loving Care Home Health
07.2020 - 05.2023
- Provided long-term care for elderly residents, including dementia and Alzheimer’s patients
- Implemented fall prevention and resident safety strategies
- Monitored food/fluid intake and elimination output
- Assisted with mobility, hygiene, and personalized care plans
- Communicated effectively with families and interdisciplinary teams
- Maintained accurate care documentation
Education
Overton High School
Memphis, TNSkills
- Acute Care & Long-Term Care Support
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- EMR Documentation
- Dementia & Alzheimer’s Care
- Infection Control Procedures
- Fall Prevention
- Patient Transfers (Hoyer Lift, Gait Belt, Wheelchair)
- ADL Assistance
- Team Collaboration
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Edgewater Nursing
12.2024 - 12.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regional health
08.2023 - 09.2024
Caregiver
Loving Care Home Health
07.2020 - 05.2023
Overton High School