Tamara Hogan
Certified Nurse Assistant
Tulsa,OK
Summary
CNA who passionately care about patients with10 years experience. Previous experience in long-term care patients nursing home, nurse aid in patients' homes, and hospitals. Efficient and cheerful worker who relates to patients with compassion and understanding.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Central State Community Services Oklahoma Inc.
Tulsa, OK
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Updated patient files with current information about vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to DSP treatment planning.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Performed household tasks such as laundry, dusting, washing dishes and vacuuming.
- Conferred with DSP to discuss patient condition and medical care, helping to optimize treatments and enhance outcomes.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Kept patients mentally alert by entertaining, conversing and reading aloud to patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maplewood Care Center
Tulsa, OK
05.2012 - 08.2014
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- 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.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Home Health Aid
Senior Select
Tulsa, OK
10.2010 - 04.2012
- Delivered assistance to elderly clients in daily activities including bathing, dressing, physical transfers and care for incontinence.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Assisted with general household activities, such as cooking, meal preparation and grocery shopping.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee trainings and taking classes in subjects fostering mental health.
- Provided patients and families with emotional support by having an excellent interrelation skills, such as compassion and passionate and encouraging independent living to the extent of patients' capabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Langston University
Tulsa, OKAssociate of Arts - Pre-Elementary Education
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK 08.2017 - 05.2020
Skills
Direct Patient Care
Behavioral Management
State regulations knowledge
Physical therapy administration
Hairstyling, bike riding, skating, and story reading
Since middle school, I had fun in being creative in styling my friends hair. As an adult, women in public places ask me who style my hair and I end-up doing theirs. I like bike cycling because it is the most fun exercise that I do not mine doing. I like skating to soft music because I feel like I am floating in the clouds . I also like heart-warm literature that have a happy ending.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Central State Community Services Oklahoma Inc.
08.2018 - 05.2019
Associate of Arts - Pre-Elementary Education
Tulsa Community College
08.2017 - 05.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maplewood Care Center
05.2012 - 08.2014
Home Health Aid
Senior Select
10.2010 - 04.2012
Bachelor of Science - Education
Langston University