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Tamara Jackson

Certified Nursing Assistant
Springfield,MA

Summary

Compassionate home health aide skilled in personalized care, meal preparation, and daily living assistance. Proven track record in improving patient quality of life through effective communication and attention to individual needs.

Caring CNA dedicated to offering comprehensive personal support. Talented in cooking meals, organizing schedules and updating documentation. Strong knowledge of emotional, physical and social support strategies.

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Certified Nursing Assistant

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Springfield, MA, USAgawam, MAChicopee, MAEast Longmeadow, MAWest Springfield, MA
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$20/hr - $25/hr

Important To Me

Healthcare benefitsCareer advancementPaid time offPaid sick leave401k match

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Health Aide

Angela Fisher
Springfield, MA
06.2018 - 01.2024
  • Implemented effective communication strategies to address client concerns and feedback efficiently.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.

Coffee Shop Worker

Dunkin' Donuts
Springfield, MA
09.2020 - 04.2022
  • Maintained accurate cash handling procedures during transactions.
  • Maintained a clean and inviting atmosphere for customers, ensuring a positive experience and encouraging repeat visits.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service in a fast-paced coffee shop environment.

Home Health Aide

Valerie Fisher
Springfield, MA
05.2013 - 09.2017
  • Provided personal care support to clients, enhancing comfort and well-being.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence for individuals in home settings.
  • Monitored client health status, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients, fostering trust and engagement.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.

Education

Certified Nursing Aid - Nursing Practice

Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA
03-2026

High School Diploma -

Putnam Vocational High School
Springfield, MA
06-2000

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Meal preparation
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Maintaining safe environment
  • Dependability
  • Housekeeping
  • Routine management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Schedule management
  • CPR certified
  • Meal and snack times
  • Bathing and dressing
  • Arts and crafts
  • Laundry assistance
  • Patience and empathy
  • Cleaning and organizing
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Bathing assistance
  • Dressing assistance
  • Light housekeeping
  • Mold assembly
  • Candle design creativity
  • Temperature control precision
  • Order fulfillment
  • Cleaning and sanitization
  • Customer service
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Bathroom sanitation
  • Kitchen cleaning
  • Floor cleaning
  • Glass cleaning
  • Deep cleaning expertise
  • Payment collection
  • Clothes laundering

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Quote

"If you want better, you'll do better"!

Employment

I'm also the founder and owner of my own housecleaning business, which has been in business since 2024. 

Work Availability

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Interests

Becoming an entrepreneur

Succeeding

Timeline

Coffee Shop Worker

Dunkin' Donuts
09.2020 - 04.2022

Home Health Aide

Angela Fisher
06.2018 - 01.2024

Home Health Aide

Valerie Fisher
05.2013 - 09.2017

Certified Nursing Aid - Nursing Practice

Springfield Technical Community College

High School Diploma -

Putnam Vocational High School

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