Tamara Lloyd
California City,CA
Summary
Proven Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Av Medical Center, adept in elderly care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrates a compassionate approach to patient-focused care, enhancing patient satisfaction and wellbeing. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and emergency response, significantly improving healthcare delivery and patient safety. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Technician
Av Medical Center
Lancaster, Ca
08.2005 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, facilitating effective communication among healthcare professionals.
- Conducted patient assessments to determine appropriate level of care needed based on symptoms presented upon admission.
- Assisted nurses with daily tasks, streamlining workflows and improving overall efficiency in the healthcare facility.
- Prepared patients for surgery or other medical procedures by properly positioning them and setting up necessary equipment.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities or concerns to nursing staff, ensuring timely intervention for patient wellbeing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Cna
AV Care Center
Lancaster Ca
08.2004 - 10.2007
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
PCA
Prestige Assisted Living
Lancaster Ca
05.2003 - 11.2006
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Administered medications as prescribed, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and disease management strategies, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Education
GED -
Av Adult School
Lancaster Ca06.2013
Skills
- Elderly Care
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Specimen Collection
- Behavioral health support
- Diabetes management
- Ambulation Assistance
- Seizure Precautions
- Restraint Application
- Reliable team player
- Basic Life Support
- Direct Patient Care
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Collecting vital signs
- Dressing assistance
- Patient Lifting
- Compassionate
- Supporting personal needs
- Compassionate caregiver
- Safety Precautions
- Bedside manner
- Electronic Charting
- End of life care
- Patient Assessments
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Responding to emergencies
- Geriatric Care
- Inpatient Care
- Trustworthy companion
- Vital signs
- CPR Certification
- CNA Certification
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Calm Under Stress
- Heavy Lifting
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Catheter Care
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Infection Control
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- HHS Training
Timeline
Certified Nursing Technician
Av Medical Center
08.2005 - Current
Cna
AV Care Center
08.2004 - 10.2007
PCA
Prestige Assisted Living
05.2003 - 11.2006
GED -
Av Adult School