Tammie Sanders
CNA 252-562-5154
Elizabeth City,NC
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Empathetic Certified Nursing Assistant commended for chart accuracy, effective team collaboration and unprecedented patient relations. Interacts with patients from diverse cultures and backgrounds. In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Efficient and reliable Certified Nursing Assistant with excellent experience in hospital settings. Skilled in assisting with technical nursing treatments, supporting diagnostic procedures and accurately charting patient records. Friendly student available for weekend, evening and holiday shifts. Considered hardworking, punctual and driven. Hardworking and driven to work quickly and effectively on projects in all types of environments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Qulity Home Staffing
Elizabeth City, NC
03.2019 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for all patient rooms.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
CNA, Phlebotomist
Sentara Albemarle Hospital
Elizabeth City, NC
07.2018 - 10.2019
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Followed established guidelines for reporting significant medical errors or unanticipated outcome in patient care.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks 4 times per day.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
Cafeteria Assistant
ECPPS
Elizabeth City, NC
09.2012 - 10.2018
- Fulfilled customer orders while complying with pricing, packaging, and weighing procedures.
- Restocked condiments, beverages, and utensils per expected use levels.
- Assisted cashiers with processing customer payments and documenting orders.
- Maintained adequate levels of condiments and well-stocked drink stations to keep service flowing smoothly.
- Received and stored incoming supplies according to procedures.
- Tracked meal purchases and accepted payments at cash register.
- Cleaned and sanitized surfaces, tools, and equipment.
- Followed all proper handling procedures for prepared foods, ingredients, and leftovers.
- Notified management of product and supply shortages to reduce disruption in availability.
- Served food according to temperature, safety, and presentation guidelines.
- Prepared ingredients and recipe components ahead of time.
- Provided exemplary service to students, staff, and visitors.
- Cooked food per recipe requirements in large batches for routine school breakfasts, lunches, and special events.
- Monitored food temperatures to comply with safety regulations.
- Transported dirty utensils, dishes and trays to kitchen to help team stay on top of cleaning.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Inspected appliances, commercial fryers, and ovens to verify proper working order.
Education
Phlebotomist - Blood Draws
Collage of The Albemarle
Elizabeth City, NC12.2018
CNA - Nursing
Collage of The Albemarle
Elizabeth City, NC11.2018
High School Diploma -
Collage of The Albemarle
Elizabeth City, NC05.2001
Skills
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Bedsore Prevention
- Surgical Preparation
- Feeding Assistance
- Fluid Measurement
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Linen Replacements
- Vital Signs Collection
- Observation Documentation
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Emotional and Social Support
- Phlebotomy Training
- Feeding Tube Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Heavy Lifting
- Medication Administration
- Catheter Care
- Laboratory Testing
- Patient Positioning
- Unit Supply Maintenance
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Consistent Follow Through
- Family Education
- Injury Prevention
- Attention to Detail
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Patient Care Quality
- Basic Life Support
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Willingness to Learn
- Time Management
- First Aid Certification
- Emergency Response
- Medical Terminology
- Wound Care
- Patient Safety Management
- Infection Prevention and Control
- CPR Certification
- Oral Hygiene
- EMR Updating
- Biological Specimen Handling
- CNA Certification
- Biohazard Disposal
- Care Monitoring
- Calm Under Stress
- Quality Assurance
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Supporting personal needs
- Companionship and emotional support
- Conducting intakes
- Feeding assistance expert
- Responding to emergencies
- Recording vital signs
- Patient Management
- Measuring bodily fluids
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Inpatient care
- Adaptable
- Compassionate
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Assessments
- Compassionate caregiver
- Trustworthy companion
- Chronic disease management
eagerly wanting to work with animals, Have a lot of skill in working with animals
I have a passion to work with animals and saving animals. I have always as a young child wanted to be a veterinary. I did shadowing at Lannons for several years, also i was in the livestock every year till i was to old. I have a bond with animals that most don't. i have animals such as chickens , goats, cats, and dogs. The ultimate Job for me is to work with animals,
Additional Information
I am eagerly willing to learn and adapt to any work environment given to me. Team player with patient skills. hard worker and Fast learner.
Timeline
CNA
Qulity Home Staffing
03.2019 - Current
CNA, Phlebotomist
Sentara Albemarle Hospital
07.2018 - 10.2019
Cafeteria Assistant
ECPPS
09.2012 - 10.2018
Phlebotomist - Blood Draws
Collage of The Albemarle
CNA - Nursing
Collage of The Albemarle
High School Diploma -
Collage of The Albemarle