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Tammy Barrera

Torrington

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, skilled in direct patient care and client documentation. Proven ability to enhance patient dignity through effective personal care and safety measures. Committed to fostering independence and well-being, while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Community Systems Inc
03.2000 - 07.2024
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities to enhance independence and quality of life.
  • Supported clients in personal care routines, fostering dignity and respect.
  • Documented client progress and communicated effectively with caregivers and family members.
  • Participated in training sessions to learn best practices in direct support services.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients through regular monitoring and upkeep.
  • Engaged clients in meaningful activities to promote social interaction and skill development.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.

Home Health Aide

Visiting Nurses Association
01.1998 - 02.2020
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in health status to healthcare professionals.
  • Documented patient progress accurately, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
01.1988 - 11.1998
  • Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with hospital protocols, supporting data integrity.
  • Implemented infection control measures effectively, contributing to improved patient health standards.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • 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.

Education

Certified Nurse Assistant License

Torrington High School
Torrington, CT
01-1982

Skills

  • Time management
  • First aid and safety
  • Behavior redirection
  • Client support
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Medication administration
  • Behavioral management
  • Client documentation
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Health and safety requirements
  • Transportation
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient care
  • Disability awareness
  • Client transportation

Certification

-CPR & First Aid Certified


Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Community Systems Inc
03.2000 - 07.2024

Home Health Aide

Visiting Nurses Association
01.1998 - 02.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
01.1988 - 11.1998

Certified Nurse Assistant License

Torrington High School

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