Tanya Carroll
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Upper East Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate communication. Enhanced patient satisfaction through individualized care and emotional support, while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Recognized for implementing effective infection control measures and promoting patient independence, ensuring a safe and dignified environment for all residents.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Upper East Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
New York, NY
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
- Provided emotional support to residents and families during difficult times.
- Trained new staff on best practices for resident care and safety procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, enhancing overall facility standards.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
Education
GED - Nursing
ABC Training Center
The Bronx, NY12.2024
Skills
Time management
Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Compassion and empathy
Bathing assistance
Attention to detail
Feeding assistance
Basic life support
Dressing assistance
HIPAA compliance
Maintaining confidentiality
End-of-life care
Compassionate communication
Patient transfers
Emotional support
Complex Problem-solving
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
Upper East Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
01.2025 - Current
GED - Nursing
ABC Training Center