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Tara Gifford
CNA/STNA
Rittman,OH
Summary
Experienced and certified nursing assistant with a proven track record in patient care. Strong observational skills and exceptional patient evaluation abilities. Skilled in building strong patient relationships to provide quality care and education. Over twenty years of healthcare experience in multiple facets of the healthcare industry. Dedicated to delivering compassionate and effective care to those in need.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
6027
6027
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
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1
Certificate
Work History
STNA
Sanctuary Wadsworth
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Cared for 15-22 residents in each 12-hour work period: including trach and dementia residents, while answering resident call lights.
- Evaluated residents to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Conveyed any resident concerns to the nurse for optimal treatment and care planning.
- Washed equipment as scheduled/needed, stocked supplies, and linens.
STNA
Apostolic Christian Nursing Home
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Cared for 20 plus residents on any given 12-hour shift, checked for wounds, behavioral concerns, and emotional concerns.
- Reported any resident concerns to nurses on duty, passed water, changed residents, and repositioned them on a 2-hour rotation.
- Answered call lights, used lifts, and adjusted beds for resident comfort.
Registration Specialist/ED Tech/Trainer
St. Elizabeth Medical Center
03.2001 - 07.2014
- Provided customer service for registration of inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services.
- Explained policies and procedures from medical and administrative standpoints, followed HIPPA regulations to protect the facility and patient rights.
- Mentored over 3 department managers, over 6 staff members.
- Supported physicians in ER when needed.
- Managed billing and insurance issues both in person and via telephone.
- Scheduled tests and procedures for patients.
- Oversaw registration area and employees.
Education
STNA License -
Companions of Wooster Nurse Aide Training Center
Wooster, OH09-2022
Nursing Administration - No Degree
Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KYDiploma - Pre-college Curriculum
Grant County High School
Dry Ridge, KY05-1993
Skills
Training new hires
Residential cleaning skills
HIPAA compliance
Positioning patients
OSHA standards
Nursing Assistance
Toileting assistance
Mobility Devices
Fall prevention
Responding to Emergencies
Tracheostomy care
Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
Reliable team player
Patient Relationship-Building
Documenting behaviors
Medical Office Administration
Feeding Assistance
Sanitizing Surfaces
Measuring Bodily Fluids
Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
Wheelchair Assistance
Feeding Tube Management
Range of Motion Exercises
Transporting Patients
Medical Terminology Knowledge
Room Cleaning and Restocking
Medical Billing/Claims
Insurance Contracts
Excellent Customer Service
Vital signs monitoring
Bathing assistance
Basic life support
Patient care
Accomplishments
- FBLA Member
- Extracurricular Activities: Powder Puff Football
- Research Project: Senior Writing Portfolio
- Completed AP course in AP Chemistry
- Professional Development: Office Skills Development
- Honor Roll 1991-1993
- Awarded Ambassador of Friendship
- Received employee recognition award for Best Office Personality
Certification
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balancePaid sick leavePaid time offWork from home optionHealthcare benefits401k match4-day work weekCompany CultureQuote
Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.
Warren Buffett
Software
Languages
English
Interests
Art
DIY projects
Timeline
STNA
Sanctuary Wadsworth
01.2023 - 01.2025
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
09-2022
STNA
Apostolic Christian Nursing Home
08.2022 - 01.2023
Registration Specialist/ED Tech/Trainer
St. Elizabeth Medical Center
03.2001 - 07.2014
STNA License -
Companions of Wooster Nurse Aide Training Center
Nursing Administration - No Degree
Northern Kentucky University
Diploma - Pre-college Curriculum
Grant County High School