Taquanna Mclaughlin
Binghamton,NY
Summary
Adept at delivering compassionate care and vital signs monitoring, my tenure at Aya Healthcare showcased my ability to adapt to diverse patient needs and environments, enhancing patient outcomes. Recognized for exceptional patient relationship building and efficient healthcare ethics, I consistently exceeded performance expectations, demonstrating a profound commitment to patient well-being and privacy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel CNA
Aya Healthcare
12.2020 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients through empathetic listening skills and effective communication techniques that eased anxiety during transitions between facilities.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills in various settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, and private homes.
- Exhibited strong organizational skills by efficiently managing workloads in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision.
- Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient information, ensuring compliance with facility policies and regulations.
- Expanded professional knowledge by attending continuing education courses, seminars, and workshops relevant to the travel CNA role.
- Anticipated potential issues related to specific diagnoses or treatments based on knowledge gained from prior travel CNA experiences.
- Provided high-quality nursing care to diverse patient populations, adapting to the unique needs of each assignment.
- Served as a mentor to new CNAs during their orientation period, providing guidance on facility policies and best practices for patient care.
- Exceeded performance expectations by consistently receiving praise from supervisors for adaptability and dedication to exceptional patient care during travel assignments.
- Enhanced patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive care during travel assignments.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients, resulting in positive feedback from both patients and staff.
- Displayed cultural sensitivity while working with diverse populations across various geographic locations throughout the US.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless continuity of care during patient transfers between facilities.
- Promoted overall wellbeing by assisting patients with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and mobility support.
- Contributed to improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs and promptly reporting any concerns to appropriate medical professionals.
- Reduced risk of complications through diligent assessment of patients'' physical conditions and prompt intervention when needed.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Education
No - Medical Assisting
Career Institute of Health And Technology
Brooklyn, NYSkills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Compassionate Care
- Reliable team player
- Basic Life Support
- Direct Patient Care
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- Dressing assistance
- Patient Lifting
- Supporting personal needs
- Safety Precautions
- Compassionate caregiver
- Adaptable
- Bedside manner
- Patient relationship building
- Patient Assessments
- Electronic Charting
- End of life care
- Documenting behaviors
- Feeding Assistance
- Specimen Collection
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Responding to emergencies
- Healthcare ethics
- Geriatric Care
- Maintaining privacy
- Companionship and emotional support
- Patient Management
- Transporting patients
- Light Housekeeping
- Inpatient Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Ambulation Assistance
- Trustworthy companion
- Quality Assurance
- Care plan implementation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Preparing meals
- Tube feedings and medications familiarity
- Wound care specialist
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Vital signs
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- CPR Certification
- CNA Certification
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Calm Under Stress
- Heavy Lifting
- Catheter Care
- Client documentation
- Family Communication
- Patient Positioning
- Emotional and Social Support
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Infection Control
- Oral Hygiene
- Bedsore Prevention
Certification
Nys New Nurse Aide Certification# NY000425531E
Timeline
Travel CNA
Aya Healthcare
12.2020 - Current
No - Medical Assisting
Career Institute of Health And Technology