Tamika Wright
Nashville,TN
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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Northwest Psych Hospital
12.2023 - Current
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Fulton State Hospital
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Semores Mental Health Center
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Mesa Manor Center
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC Franklin
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nashville Center
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Patient Care Technician
Vanderbilt Medical Center
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Patient Care Technician
Nashville Community Care & Rehabilitation At Bordeaux
12.2015 - 07.2018
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Signature HealthCARE
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH04.2025
Associate of Science - Patient Care Technology
St. Louis College of Health Careers
St Louis, MO05.2008
High School Diploma -
Mehlville High School
St Louis, MO05.1998
Skills
- Patient Recordkeeping
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Resident Support
- Wound Dressing
- Strong Communication Skills
- Basic Life Support Training
- First Aid Certification
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Palliative Care Understanding
- Collecting Vital Signs
Timeline
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Northwest Psych Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Fulton State Hospital
10.2022 - 10.2023
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Semores Mental Health Center
02.2022 - 07.2022
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Mesa Manor Center
11.2021 - 12.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC Franklin
04.2021 - 09.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nashville Center
08.2019 - 08.2020
Patient Care Technician
Vanderbilt Medical Center
06.2018 - 07.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Signature HealthCARE
01.2016 - 12.2017
Patient Care Technician
Nashville Community Care & Rehabilitation At Bordeaux
12.2015 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Science - Patient Care Technology
St. Louis College of Health Careers
High School Diploma -
Mehlville High School
Similar Profiles
Emmanuel BoakyeEmmanuel Boakye
Registered Nurse (Intern) at 37 Military Hospital & Pantang Psych. HospitalRegistered Nurse (Intern) at 37 Military Hospital & Pantang Psych. Hospital
Joshua ParrotteJoshua Parrotte
Patient Care Technician at UPMC Western Psych HospitalPatient Care Technician at UPMC Western Psych Hospital
Liane E. TowleLiane E. Towle
Nurse Practitioner at Bullock County Hospital-Clinic and Inpatient PsychNurse Practitioner at Bullock County Hospital-Clinic and Inpatient Psych
Dilan HoskinsDilan Hoskins
Intern at East Iris StudiosIntern at East Iris Studios
Abigail SeanezAbigail Seanez
Opening Director of Sales at Caption by Hyatt Downtown Nashville-The GulchOpening Director of Sales at Caption by Hyatt Downtown Nashville-The Gulch