Brittany Smith
St. Louis
Summary
Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in providing compassionate patient care and support. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments. Brings strong skills in patient monitoring, basic medical procedures, and effective communication, ensuring seamless team collaboration and optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Florissant Valley Health and Rehabilitation
Florissant, MO
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Clipboard Health
St Louis, MO
02.2025 - Current
- Oversaw maintenance and accuracy of patient charts to ensure comprehensive medical records.
- Patient care
- Supported compliance with safety protocols and hygiene standards. Assisted in maintaining clean and organized work environments. Contributed to training sessions on safety practices and hygiene procedures.
- Optimized scheduling and prioritization of tasks to enhance productivity.
- Ability to work independently
- Empathy
- Facilitated daily living activities to enhance individual well-being.
- Ensured accuracy and precision in documentation and reporting to uphold quality standards.
Caregiver
MedTec Healthcare and Private Duty LLC
Chicago, IL
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted clients with meal preparation and cooking. Supported transportation to and from medical appointments. Provided companionship during visits to healthcare providers.
- Oversaw household care operations, including laundry management and light housekeeping activities. Coordinated efforts to maintain a clean and organized home environment.
- Provided emotional support through attentive listening and fostering meaningful dialogue with clients.
Personal Care Aide
Interim Healthcare
Fenton, MO
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Assistance with bathing and grooming
- Assistance with toileting and incontinence issues
- Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation
- Medication and appointment reminders
- Transportation service and assistance with errands
- Spending quality time with clients
- Able to transfer patients
Specimen Accessioner
Averhealth
St Louis, MO
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Accurately labeled and organized incoming specimens to ensure efficient processing and tracking.
- Processed specimen requisitions using laboratory information systems, maintaining data integrity and confidentiality.
- Collaborated with laboratory staff to optimize specimen workflow and reduce turnaround times.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance accuracy in specimen identification and handling procedures.
Caregiver/Respite
The Wilkerson Home Care
High Ridge, MO
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Performed routine cleaning tasks to ensure a hygienic and welcoming environment.
- Able to transfer patients
- Provided companionship to support individuals in achieving a sense of belonging.
- Respite care
- Appointment reminders
- Oversaw meal preparation processes to enhance nutritional value and variety. Coordinated ingredient sourcing and kitchen operations to optimize workflow. Promoted healthy lifestyle choices through strategic meal planning initiatives.
Caregiver/Respite
Help at Home
Creve Coeur, MO
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Meal preparations and planning
- Errands
- Respite care
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Alzheimer’s and dementia care
- Bathing and grooming
- Companionship
- Hospital to home care
Pharmacy Technician
Jewel-Osco Pharmacy
Chicago, IL
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Processed and filled prescriptions with precision and attention to detail.
- Oversaw drug inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels.
- Man the drop off window
- Managed distribution of medication to support patient care and enhance treatment outcomes.
- Assisted patients at service windows with inquiries and appointment scheduling. Provided support to patients during check-in and check-out processes. Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare staff.
- Make sure each patient has correct prescription
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Harris-Stowe State University
St. Louis, MO05.2023
Skills
- Basic life support certification
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medical Terminology
- Infection Control
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective communication
- Demonstrated patience
Affiliations
National Association of Colored Women’s Club (NACWC) — The Chicago Alumnae Club for Professional Women Chapter, January 2025
- Club Finance Committee Chair/Treasurer
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant Program, Chicago IL
- Nirvana Institute, January 2025
- Missouri CNA Reciprocity, received April 1, 2025.
Basic Life Support (BLS)
- NationalCPRFoundation, March 2023
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Florissant Valley Health and Rehabilitation
11.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Clipboard Health
02.2025 - Current
Caregiver
MedTec Healthcare and Private Duty LLC
07.2024 - 02.2025
Personal Care Aide
Interim Healthcare
01.2023 - 12.2023
Specimen Accessioner
Averhealth
09.2022 - 12.2022
Caregiver/Respite
The Wilkerson Home Care
03.2022 - 12.2022
Caregiver/Respite
Help at Home
09.2021 - 03.2022
Pharmacy Technician
Jewel-Osco Pharmacy
06.2020 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Harris-Stowe State University
INTERNSHIPS
Washington University in St. Louis ASSURE Fellowship (Accepted) — Washington University in St. Louis, MO
Pathways to Occupational Therapy Summer Program (1st Cohort) — Washington University in St. Louis, MO
- Learned how OT helps individuals get back to daily living
- Learned how OT patients get through the day
- Experienced how to use OT equipment
- Learned certain exercises to use for different OT patients
M.O.L.S.A.M.P Intern (Missouri Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation) — Harris-Stowe State University in St. Louis, MO
- 23andMe Project
- Missouri Botanical Garden Project