Tara Cordeiro

• Perform various nursing duties related to the general welfare and personal hygiene of assigned patients under the supervision of the registered nurse. Trained responsible individual who functions in a complementary or assistive role to a qualified licensed nurse in providing direct patient care or carrying out common nursing functions for which he/ she has documented competencies for proper performance of the task.
• Perform various nursing duties related to the general welfare and personal hygiene of assigned patients under the supervision of the registered nurse.
• Trained responsible individual who functions in a complementary or assistive role to a qualified licensed nurse in providing direct patient care or carrying out common nursing functions for which he/ she has documented competencies for proper performance of the task.
• Assists with activities to assist the patient in meeting basic human needs including but not limited to nutrition hydration mobility comfort elimination socialization rest and hygiene.
• Collects reports and documents simple data.
• Maintained patient stability by checking and monitoring vital signs.
• Served as a reliable resource for patients, families and fellow staff members by maintaining an approachable and knowledgeable attitude within the workplace.
• Assists with admission discharge and transfer of patients.
• Perform EKGs and assist with post mortem care.
• Performs skin care including incontinence and decubitus care.
• Observes patients on 1:1 or close observation status.
• Collects specimens and records information on unit-specific documentation tool.
• Precept registered nurses throughout entirety of a shift while assisting with nursing duties.
• Initiates or performs CPR in an emergency situation.
• Performs indwelling catheter care, as well as applies external catheters.
• Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
• Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures values beliefs and ages utilizing interpreters when needed.

Cross-trained in the role of Health Unit Coordinator and Nursing Assistant based on the needs of the department. .

Responsibilities are a combination of providing direct care and technical assistance to the RN and M.D. and performing a variety of computer clerical scheduling and supply functions necessary for the operation of the department

• Assembles and labels charts for incoming patients
• Transcribes physicians orders in an accurate neat and timely manner
• Notifies Patient care Manager of any lack of information on orders.
• Accurately enters all orders from Lab X-Ray etc. into computer.
• Assures that each order on physician's order sheet and kardexes have corresponding number from computer
• Secures records from previous admission as necessary
• Prepares chart for transfer and secures photocopies as needed
• Prepares chart for discharge and assures that chart is complete.
• Notifies Patient Care Manager of any lack of documentation at time of discharge
• Enters discharge into the computer when patient has left unit
• Lists all new admissions diets changes or discharges on kardexes and enters necessary information into computer
• Returns to Pharmacy all medications that RN has removed from cassette at discharge
• On a daily basis checks medication supplies obtains necessary meds from Pharmacy and supplies form CSR
• Notifies appropriate physicians of any consultations discharges transfers or expirations
• Assist patients with activities of daily living under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse
• Observes patients on 1:1 or close observation status
• Applies protective and therapeutic devices
• Assists with treatments as appropriate within scope of responsibility.
• Assists with meals and nourishment including water and fluids; feeds patients as necessary.
• Initiates or performs CPR in an emergency situation
• Performs indwelling catheter care applies Texas catheters
• Observes reports measures and records urinary output feces and emesis

• Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
• Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
• Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
• Remained calm and friendly when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.

• Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
• Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
• Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
• Provide direct care of activities of daily living under direct supervision of a Registered nurse
• Worked well with interdisciplinary team to promote optimal resident safety and well being.