Tamika Carr
Certified Nurse Assistance
Shelby Township,MI
Summary
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. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Michigan Palliative Hospice Care
01.2019 - Current
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- promote positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and others employees.
Certified Nursing Assistant
SKLD West Bloomfield
07.2009 - Current
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Vista Maria
Cardinal Health
07.2007 - 12.2021
- Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
Education
GED -
Wayne Community College
Detroit, MI06.1998
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Documenting behaviors
- Care plan implementation
- Observing responses
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Safety Precautions
- Responding to emergencies
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Michigan Palliative Hospice Care
01.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
SKLD West Bloomfield
07.2009 - Current
Vista Maria
Cardinal Health
07.2007 - 12.2021
GED -
Wayne Community College
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