Tamela Taylor
St Louis,MO
Summary
Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to ensure patient comfort and safety. Track record of collaborating with healthcare teams to maintain high standard of care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA/ Staffing Coordinator
Estates of Hidden Lake
12.2020 - 06.2025
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted with personal hygiene, mobility, and nutritional needs for multiple patients simultaneously.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, documenting changes and reporting concerns to nursing staff promptly.
- Trained new CNAs on best practices in patient care and workplace safety standards.
- Completed work schedules for the nursing staff.
Office Cleaner
Rafco Properties
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of office spaces to enhance employee productivity.
- Sanitized office spaces bathrooms and kitchens to maintain hygienic work environment for employees and visitors.
- Dusted and polished furniture, surfaces and equipment. to remove dust and grime.
- Cleaned desks, office equipment, walls, files, ledges, and countertops by dusting surfaces.
- Contributed to a healthy work environment by sanitizing frequently touched surfaces like doorknobs, light switches, and countertops.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
Beauty Instructor
Elaine Steven Beauty College
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student comprehension and participation.
- Facilitated classroom discussions, fostering critical thinking and collaborative learning among students.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
CNA
Aperion Care Hidden Lake
11.2015 - 03.2018
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted with personal hygiene, mobility, and nutrition for diverse resident population.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- 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.
Education
Math
Roosevelt High School
St Louis, MO06-1992
Skills
- Time management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Attention to detail
- Microsoft Office
- Phlebotomy (1year)
- Matrix (3years)
- Electronic charting
- Communication Skills
- Medication administration
- Flexibility and adaptability
- CMA ( 9 years)
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- LIMA
- INSTRUCTOR
Timeline
CNA/ Staffing Coordinator
Estates of Hidden Lake
12.2020 - 06.2025
Office Cleaner
Rafco Properties
01.2020 - 12.2020
Beauty Instructor
Elaine Steven Beauty College
04.2018 - 03.2020
CNA
Aperion Care Hidden Lake
11.2015 - 03.2018
Math
Roosevelt High School