Tammera Barloon
Tiffin,IA
Summary
Dedicated CNA with a proven track record at Superior Care Home Health, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Known for compassionate communication and attention to detail, I enhance patient satisfaction and advocate for their needs, ensuring a safe and supportive environment while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/home Health Care Specialist
Superior Care Home Health
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient environments, adhering to hygiene protocols.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
CNA/ Restorative Coordinator
Windmill Manor
10.2020 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident areas, promoting a safe environment.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records system.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Patient Care Technician
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and equipment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Enhanced patient recovery by applying therapeutic techniques as instructed by physical therapists.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, easing their stress and anxiety during hospital stays.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.
- Collected and documented patient information to aid in accurate medical record keeping.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
Patient Care Technician in OR
University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
02.2008 - 03.2020
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures and treatments.
- Assisted healthcare team in monitoring vital signs and documenting patient progress accurately.
- Educated families on care plans, fostering understanding and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication.
Education
Nursing
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IASkills
Time management
Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Compassion and empathy
Attention to detail
HIPAA compliance
Maintaining confidentiality
End-of-life care
Compassionate communication
Complex Problem-solving
Clinical documentation
Medication administration
Multitasking and organization
Critical thinking
Flexibility and adaptability
Conflict resolution
Patient advocacy
Reliable team player
Safety precautions
Patient-focused care
Electronic charting
Patient relationship building
Medical terminology
Maintaining privacy
Healthcare ethics
Valid state driver's license
Preparing meals
Quick problem solver
Timeline
CNA/home Health Care Specialist
Superior Care Home Health
07.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2022 - 07.2024
CNA/ Restorative Coordinator
Windmill Manor
10.2020 - Current
Patient Care Technician in OR
University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
02.2008 - 03.2020
Nursing
Kirkwood Community College