Tamara Graham
Bronxville,NY
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with experience at Mount Sinai Beth Israel, enhancing patient satisfaction through empathetic care and effective communication. Proficient in vital signs monitoring and documentation accuracy, I excel in building relationships and supporting patient rehabilitation, ensuring safety and comfort in challenging environments.
Healthcare professional with proven track record in patient care and support. Known for reliability and adaptability, consistently ensuring patient comfort and safety. Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle changing needs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Certified Nursing Assistant
Mount Sinai Beth Israel
11.2003 - Current
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Communicated effectively with diverse populations, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and empathy when addressing individual needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to the nursing staff for prompt intervention.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Prevented pressure ulcers by regularly repositioning patients and maintaining proper skin care.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient interactions efficiently and securely according to organizational protocols.
- Served as a dependable resource to both nursing and administrative staff by consistently maintaining a professional demeanor and strong work ethic in all areas of patient care.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, resulting in increased comfort and mobility.
- Managed challenging behaviors displayed by dementia or Alzheimer''s patients with patience and understanding, diffusing potential crises situations proactively.
- Assisted in the admission process of new patients, gathering necessary information and preparing rooms for occupancy.
- Contributed to successful rehabilitation outcomes by supporting patients during physical therapy sessions under therapist guidance.
- Enhanced patient safety through meticulous attention to infection control procedures such as hand hygiene and equipment sterilization practices.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain current knowledge of best practices in patient care.
- Safely transferred patients using proper body mechanics, minimizing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members.
- Performed routine physical assessments on assigned patients, identifying changes in condition that required immediate attention from supervising nurse.
- Supervised meal times for assigned patients, ensuring proper nutrition and monitoring for potential choking hazards.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering a positive environment during difficult times.
- Communicated and documented pertinent observations and information to maintain complete and accurate record of care given to patient.
- Maximized patient safety, employed interventions and interacted with patient to increase engagement and redirect behavior.
- Offered direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments for patients in stable condition under general supervision of RN.
- Attended in-service programs to complete ongoing and annual organizational and departmental requirements to promote highest standard of customer relations principles for patients, visitors and fellow staff members.
- Maintained knowledge and skills necessary to meet developmental needs of patients and recognized need for continuing development.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health And Wellness
Monroe College
Bronx, NY02-2026
Skills
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate care
- Documentation accuracy
- Relationship building
- Patient education
- Phlebotomy
- Documentation
- Behavior redirection
- Healthcare operations
- Monitoring tools
- Progress documentation
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Clinical quality program standards
- Nursing
- Compassionate client care
- CPR certification
- Acute care
- Catheter care
- Sterilization techniques
- Infection control standards
- End-of-life care
- Feeding assistance
- Patient positioning
- Specimen collection
- Professional bedside manner
- ADL support
- Infection prevention
- Health monitoring
- Emergency response
Timeline
Patient Care Certified Nursing Assistant
Mount Sinai Beth Israel
11.2003 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Health And Wellness
Monroe College
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