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Tara Gifford

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
1
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, OH
09-2022

Nursing Administration - No Degree

Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KY

Diploma - Pre-college Curriculum

Grant County High School
Dry Ridge, KY
05-1993

Skills

Training new hires

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
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wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Work Location

RemoteOn-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balancePaid sick leavePaid time offWork from home optionHealthcare benefits401k match4-day work weekCompany Culture

Quote

Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.
Warren Buffett

Software

Microsoft word

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

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