Tammy Toland
Hugo
Summary
Dedicated Home Health Care Worker with a proven track record at Kemp Care Center, skilled in compassionate caregiving and vital signs monitoring. Enhanced patient well-being through personalized care plans and effective communication, resulting in improved patient satisfaction. Committed to maintaining a safe environment while fostering independence among clients.
Professional home care specialist. Skilled in providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Strong focus on effective communication, team collaboration, and adaptability. Proficient in administering medications, managing patient schedules, and addressing unique patient needs. Dependable and results-driven with commitment to improving quality of life.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Care Worker
Independent Contractors
06.1999 - 04.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, resulting in a higher quality of life.
- Managed medical emergencies effectively, applying CPR and first aid skills when necessary to ensure patient safety.
- Contributed to hospice patients'' comfort during end-of-life care through empathetic support and symptom management.
- Facilitated the recovery process for post-operative patients by administering wound care and monitoring vital signs.
- Provided essential support for clients with disabilities by assisting in adaptive equipment usage and performing transfers safely.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Maintained a safe and clean home environment for patients, reducing fall risks and promoting overall health.
- Improved patient mobility through personalized exercise plans and physical therapy techniques.
- Promoted independence among elderly clients by assisting them with essential tasks such as grocery shopping and doctor appointments.
- Collaborated with family members and caregivers to provide a consistent and supportive care environment, enhancing client satisfaction.
- Safeguarded client privacy by maintaining strict confidentiality of personal information, adhering to HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Helped maintain client hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing assistance, fostering dignity and self-esteem in daily routines.
- Supported families by offering respite care services, allowing them to recharge while ensuring their loved ones received proper attention.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean living space for clients, contributing to their overall wellness.
- Consistently monitored client''s vital signs, reporting any significant changes to medical professionals promptly for appropriate intervention.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kemp Care Center
01.2022 - 07.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- 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.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
Education
State Certification - Nursing Education
Certified Nursing Assistant
Terrell, TX05-1999
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Organizational growth
- Housekeeping tasks
- Vital signs monitoring
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kemp Care Center
01.2022 - 07.2024
Home Health Care Worker
Independent Contractors
06.1999 - 04.2025
State Certification - Nursing Education
Certified Nursing Assistant
Similar Profiles
Jesmine HowardJesmine Howard
Cosmetologist at Independent ContractorsCosmetologist at Independent Contractors
Osmel Almoguea PerezOsmel Almoguea Perez
General Contractor at Independent ContractorsGeneral Contractor at Independent Contractors
Shane OwnbyShane Ownby
Jib Tech. and Camera Operator at Independent ContractorsJib Tech. and Camera Operator at Independent Contractors