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Tameka Crooks

Derby,CT

Summary

An anticipated new graduate with a bachelors of science academic background and previous work experience seeking a registered nurse position

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Visiting Angles
01.2021 - Current
  • Assisted patient with all activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, dressing
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

BrightStar Care
09.2017 - Current
  • Assists residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities and meals according to the individual service plan.
  • Allows and encourages residents to do as much of their own care as possible.
  • Encourages residents to eat a proper diet and take adequate fluids while respecting the resident’s right to free choice and records and reports changes in resident’s eating habits to the supervisor.


  • Assists residents with medication as defined in medication procedure; assists or supervises residents who self-administer medication; follows physician orders and state laws to administer medications to residents who cannot self-administer their medications; and exhibits understanding of and follows medication policies and procedures.
  • Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents; performs general housekeeping; and follows cleaning schedules for resident laundry, bedrooms, dining area, living space, bathrooms, kitchen, and other areas.
  • Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance.
  • Knows location of each resident, reminds them to sign out when they leave the building, and notifies the supervisor immediately if unable to locate a resident.


Companion Caregiver

The Kantor Family
12.2014 - 09.2018
  • Assisted client with daily living activities, improving their quality of life.
  • Promoted a safe home environment by conducting regular assessments of potential hazards and implementing appropriate safety measures.
  • Managed household chores such as laundry and cleaning, maintaining a clean and organized living space for clients.
  • Supported family members by offering respite care services, allowing them time for personal pursuits or relaxation.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

ST . Vincent College
Fairfield, CT
05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Excelsior Community College
Kingston, Jamaica WI
06.2008

Associate of Science - Management Information Systems

Excelsior Community College
Kingston, Jamaica WI
06.2007

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Basic Life Support

Certification

State of Connecticut NCLEX-RN Anticipated May 2024

American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certificate May 2022 - Present

Sacred heart University Protection of Youth Spring 2022

Certified Nursing Assistant Certification NA

Clinical Experience

West River Rehabilitation Center. Milford CT, Fall 2022

St Vincent Medical Center. Bridgeport CT, Spring 2024

  • Labor and Delivery, Spring 2023

YMCA. Stratford CT , Spring 2023

  • Nursing Care for Children Rotation

Adult Med/ Surg  1-IV

  • Interventional Radiology Observation , Spring 2023 & Spring 2024
  • Medical Surgical Floor Oncology unit , Respiratory unit, Cardiac unit , Spring 2023- Fall 2024 .
  • Operating Room Observation, Spring 2024

St. Vincent Behavioral Health , Westport, Fall 2023



Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Visiting Angles
01.2021 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

BrightStar Care
09.2017 - Current

Companion Caregiver

The Kantor Family
12.2014 - 09.2018

Associate of Science - Nursing

ST . Vincent College

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Excelsior Community College

Associate of Science - Management Information Systems

Excelsior Community College

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