Tahmara Barefield
Cypress
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge from a Licensed Vocational Nursing program. Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance skills in nursing.
Healthcare professional with well-rounded skill set in patient care and medical support. Recognized for adeptly handling patient assessments and providing consistent, high-quality care. Known for fostering team collaboration and adaptability to changing healthcare environments, ensuring seamless patient experiences and outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Eagle Trace Senior Living
02.2025 - Current
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of newly admitted patients, identifying individual needs and developing tailored nursing interventions accordingly.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Mason Creek Transitional Care
10.2024 - Current
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
Salon Owner/Operator
The Wax Den
09.2019 - Current
- Managed salon operations efficiently, ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning and top-quality customer experiences. servicing 5-15 clients per day.
- Consistently maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for clients and staff members alike.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding licensing, sanitation procedures, and workplace safety guidelines.
- Increased customer retention through exceptional service and consistent follow-up communication.
- Launched successful social media campaigns that increased brand visibility online while driving traffic to the salon.
- Provided financial management through preparation of bank deposits and settlement of sales, returns, and transaction reports.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Medical Office Assistant
Harmony Public Schools
09.2016 - 01.2019
- Answered telephone 2 calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Coordinated annual vision and hearing screenings, maintained compliance of student immunization records.
- Providing first aid and treating minor injuries under supervision of the registered nurse.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining organized files and facilitating clear communication between staff members.
ER Technician/Nursing Unit Clerk
Provena Saint Joseph Medical Center
09.2006 - 01.2016
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Collected vital signs accurately and consistently, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Houston, TX07.2026
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Texas Health School
09.2024
Skills
- Medical/Surgical: Methodist Hospital Katy 360 hrs
- Long Term Care/ Rehabilitation: Mason Creek Transitional care, Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation 120 hrs
- Oceans Behavioral Hospital: 12 hrs
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
- Treatment plan implementation
- Reporting and documentation
- End-of-life care
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse 9/13/2024 - Current
- BLS: 6/15/2023- 6/1/2025
- IV Certified
- Licensed Esthetician 8/1/2018
references
Nilaja Millin BSN RN
ajayolin@gmail.com
832-289-0180
Wilmer Torres LVN
wiltorr01@gmail.com
832-768-3531
Nieesha Prince LCSW
princenieesha@yahoo.com
815-546-4740
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Eagle Trace Senior Living
02.2025 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Mason Creek Transitional Care
10.2024 - Current
Salon Owner/Operator
The Wax Den
09.2019 - Current
Medical Office Assistant
Harmony Public Schools
09.2016 - 01.2019
ER Technician/Nursing Unit Clerk
Provena Saint Joseph Medical Center
09.2006 - 01.2016
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Texas Health School
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
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