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Tammy Scofield

Bismarck

Summary

Dedicated Home Health Aide with a strong focus on compassionate care and patient advocacy. Proven track record of enhancing client well-being through effective communication and attention to detail.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Health Aide/CNA

Self
Bismarck
06.2021 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
  • Monitored and reported changes in client health and behavior.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to clients.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals for coordinated care plans.
  • Documented client progress and care activities accurately.
  • Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
  • Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
  • Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
  • Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
  • Helped client with medication self-administration.
  • Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
  • Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
  • Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
  • Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
  • Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
  • Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
  • Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
  • Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
  • Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
  • Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
  • Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation, and shopping.
  • Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading, and board games.
  • Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
  • Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.

CNA

Sanford Health Nursing Home
Mandan
08.2014 - 11.2016
  • Provided direct patient care and support in daily activities.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted with mobility and transfers for patients safely.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient areas.
  • Documented patient information accurately in care records.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and their families.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality care delivery.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Educated patients on health management and wellness practices.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.

CNA

Good Samaritian
Bismarck
04.2012 - 11.2014
  • Provided direct patient care and support in daily activities.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted with mobility and transfers for patients safely.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient areas.
  • Documented patient information accurately in care records.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and their families.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality care delivery.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.

Education

CNA

Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND
06-2002

Skills

  • Personal care
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Patient mobility assistance
  • Medication management
  • Infection control
  • Care coordination

Affiliations

  • I enjoy spending my time with my family, rollerblading, kayaking, snowmobiling, spending time at the lake, and helping out in the community.

Languages

English
Professional

Certification

  • Received my CNA license in 2002, have been working with the elderly since receiving my CNA license.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Home Health Aide/CNA

Self
06.2021 - Current

CNA

Sanford Health Nursing Home
08.2014 - 11.2016

CNA

Good Samaritian
04.2012 - 11.2014

CNA

Bismarck State College

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