Tamara Wray
Bronx
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional known for fostering patient well-being and safety. Expertise in accurate documentation and proactive communication with healthcare teams enhances patient care quality. Experienced in supporting individualized care plans for patients with dementia and Alzheimer's, promoting optimal treatment and satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Triboro Center
Bronx
06.2026 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care activities and hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the nursing team promptly.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents during daily interactions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
Patient Care Technician, Float Pool
Bronx Care Hospital
Bronx
11.2023 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as a screening tool.
- Communicated with healthcare workers and physicians concerning test results.
- Assisted nursing staff with respiratory, cardiopulmonary and physical therapies.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Collected laboratory specimens, dropped off at laboratories and picked up test results.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
Patient Care Technician, ICU
North Central Bronx Hospital
Bronx
07.2020 - 11.2023
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
- Communicated with healthcare workers and physicians concerning test results.
- Assisted nursing staff with respiratory, cardiopulmonary and physical therapies.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sprain Brook Manor
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Certified Nurse's Aide Internship
The Plaza Home And Hospital
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Teacher Assistant
Grow With Us Preschool & Child Care
09.2019
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities.
- Supported instructor with test administration, curriculum development and assignment grading.
Education
Nursing Student -
Rockland Community College
New York, NY05-2027
Skills
- Infection control
- Aseptic procedures
- Direct patient care
- Inpatient care
- Documenting behaviors
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Patient care
- Electronic health records
- CPR certification
Certification
- Licensed/Certified Home Health Aide
- First Aid Certification
- National Child Care Association: National Administration Credential (NAC)
- Certified Nurses Aide
- BLS Certification
- National Patient Care Technician Credential
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Triboro Center
06.2026 - Current
Patient Care Technician, Float Pool
Bronx Care Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician, ICU
North Central Bronx Hospital
07.2020 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sprain Brook Manor
10.2019 - 12.2020
Teacher Assistant
Grow With Us Preschool & Child Care
09.2019
Certified Nurse's Aide Internship
The Plaza Home And Hospital
01.2019 - 09.2019
Nursing Student -
Rockland Community College