Tammy Draper
CNA/PCW
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Accomplished CNA with experience at Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division, excelling in direct patient care and HIPAA compliance. Demonstrated compassionate bedside manner and effective patient assessments, enhancing care quality. Collaborated with teams to implement care plans, improving patient outcomes by 20%. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and providing emotional support to patients and families.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/Pcw
Ilife
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on health management and wellness strategies during care interactions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families facing behavioral health challenges.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Cna/Pcw
Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division
Milwaukee , Wisconsin
01.2006 - 12.2013
- Assisted in daily patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety for individuals with behavioral health needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff, facilitating timely interventions for patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Trained new nursing assistants on best practices for patient handling and care protocols, enhancing team efficiency.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient behavior, documenting observations to inform treatment adjustments.
- Led workshops on mental health awareness, promoting understanding and reducing stigma within the community.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- 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.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and documentation, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing personnel promptly.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Washington High School
Milwaukee, WI06.1982
Skills
HIPAA compliance
Reliable team player
Direct patient care
Compassionate
Safety precautions
Patient-focused care
Bathing assistance
Collecting vital signs
Basic life support
Alzheimer's and dementia care
Vital signs monitoring
Bedside manner
Dressing assistance
Electronic charting
Transporting patients
Valid state driver's license
Blood glucose testing
Light housekeeping
Patient assessments
Reliable transportation
Activity planning
Preparing meals
Timeline
CNA/Pcw
Ilife
06.2023 - Current
Cna/Pcw
Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division
01.2006 - 12.2013
High School Diploma -
Washington High School