Deborah McCord
Tampa,FL
Summary
Professional caregiver with strong background in delivering compassionate and efficient care. Proven ability to assist with daily activities, maintain patient comfort, and ensure well-being. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and achieving positive outcomes. Skilled in personal care, medication, OT,PT,ST, and mobility assistance. Responsible, empathetic, and reliable, consistently meeting patient and family needs. Promotes understanding attitude and compassionate nature to achieve comfortable and welcoming environment for individuals. Strong work ethics and sincere love for career path creates a calm and reassuring atmosphere so individuals know they are in capable hands.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA and Marketing
Visiting Angles
Tampa, FL
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Independent Caregiver
Olin Residence
Lutz, FL
10.2023 - 07.2025
- Enhanced client well-being by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Educated clients on self-care techniques such as range-of-motion exercises or relaxation methods.
- Facilitated open lines of communication between family members, healthcare providers, and other caregivers involved in the client''s care network.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the caregiving field.
- Coordinated respite care services for family caregivers needing temporary relief from caregiving responsibilities.
- Assisted with mobility exercises and physical therapy regimens, promoting functional improvements for clients with limited mobility.
- Managed medications for client to ensure proper adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported client with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
CNA/HHA
Always Best Care
Tampa, FL
07.2023 - 05.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
CNA/HHA
Discovery/ TerraBella
Salisbury, NC
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Streamlined daily routines for clients with limited mobility by implementing efficient strategies customized to their specific abilities.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
Education
Phlebotomy Tech State Certification - CNA/HHA State Certification
CNA Training And Testing Center
Brandon, FL07-2025
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- Patient transfers
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Infection control practices
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
CNA and Marketing
Visiting Angles
07.2025 - Current
Independent Caregiver
Olin Residence
10.2023 - 07.2025
CNA/HHA
Always Best Care
07.2023 - 05.2025
CNA/HHA
Discovery/ TerraBella
03.2021 - 06.2023
Phlebotomy Tech State Certification - CNA/HHA State Certification
CNA Training And Testing Center