Tabitha Shivers
Williamsburg,VA
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with over 18 years of Memory care experience. Known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in resident care management, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to enhance resident satisfaction and team effectiveness. Ready to leverage these skills to contribute positively to healthcare teams and improve overall resident well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Care Coordinator
Charter Senior Living
Williamsburg, VA
10.2024 - Current
- Observed residents' health status, functional abilities, and need for assistance and documented changes in condition or behavior
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, such as falls or illness, by observing the situation and implementing appropriate interventions
- Provided direct care services and training, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
- Recruited, hired and trained new nursing staff
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Coordinated scheduling of appointments and arranged transportation
- Assisted physicians with treatments and orders
- Helped residents stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support
- Managed medication administration program for residents according to physician orders
- Communicated with residents, families and providers with compassion while keeping medical information private
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively with high customer satisfaction
- Developed and implemented resident care plans to meet individual needs.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols, infection control procedures, and other policies and regulations.
- Provided close monitoring and observation of at-risk patients.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
- Preserved patient dignity and rights and demonstrated sensitivity to cultural diversity
- Conducted regular rounds of the facility to ensure quality of care standards were met.
Registered Medication Aide
Charter Senior Living
Williamsburg, VA
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Prepared and administered medications to residents as prescribed by physicians
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations regarding medication administration
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns
- Collected specimens from residents and prepared proper paperwork for laboratory testing purposes
- Monitored vital signs before, during, and after administration of medications as ordered and monthly
- Followed protocols for disposing of expired or unused medications safely
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare providers
- Provided support and assistance to nursing staff with patient care activities
- Supervised care staff and ensured duties completed
Registered Medication Aide
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
Williamsburg, Virginia
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Completed diverse tasks as a "charge" across multiple units including Memory Care and Assisted Living
Registered Medication Aide
Edgeworth Park at New Town
Williamsburg , Virginia
08.2018 - 07.2023
- Completed diverse tasks as a "charge" across multiple units including Memory Care and Assisted Living
Education
High School Diploma -
Prairieland High School
Paris, TX06-2006
Skills
- Resident care assessment
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Staff training
- Emergency response
- Resident monitoring
Certification
- Certified Nurses Aide
- Registered Medication Aide
- Virginia Uniform Assessment
- Individualized Service Plan
- Cpr/First Aide
Affiliations
- Organizing themed events
- Animal Husbandry
- Artistic expression projects
- Traveling
Timeline
Resident Care Coordinator
Charter Senior Living
10.2024 - Current
Registered Medication Aide
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
10.2023 - 10.2024
Registered Medication Aide
Charter Senior Living
07.2023 - 10.2024
Registered Medication Aide
Edgeworth Park at New Town
08.2018 - 07.2023
High School Diploma -
Prairieland High School
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