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Tarji Gooden

Douglasville,GA
Tarji Gooden

Summary

State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Familiar with Medical Terminology and Numerous Electronic Charting Systems; Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Shiftkey LLC

Certified Nursing Assistant
01.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Holderman VA Hospital

Certified Nursing Assistant
11.2023 - 12.2024

Job overview

  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
  • Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

Prolink Healthcare/Dept.Of State Hospitals Napa

Certified Nursing Assistant/Psych Tech Asst
09.2022 - 09.2023

Job overview

  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

UCSD Medical Center/Aya Healthcare

Certified Nursing Assistant
12.2019 - 02.2021

Job overview

  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
  • Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
  • Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Delivered high-quality care to various population of patients in hospital facility.

GLC/CC-Charlotte& Pineville

Certified Nurse Assistant/Transport/ReferralAsst
01.2014 - 08.2020

Job overview

  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Served as a mentor to new staff members, providing guidance and support during their onboarding process.
  • Strengthened continuity of care by meticulously updating electronic health records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Supported patients'' emotional well-being by actively listening to their concerns and offering compassionate companionship.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on best practices in the field of Certified Nurse Assistance.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Facilitated safe transportation within the facility using wheelchairs or gurneys when necessary for appointments or treatments.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop personalized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Education

St.Augustine’s College
Raleigh, NC

Bachelor Of Applied Arts from Psychobiology

University Overview

Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC

Certificate from Healthcare
10.1990

University Overview

Certificate and passed state test for Certification Nurse Assistant II

Also Prerequisites for Nursing Program

Skills

  • Pediatric Care
  • Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
  • Medical office administration
  • Room Cleaning and Restocking
  • CNA Certification
  • EMR / EHR
  • Urinary Catheter Care
  • Patient Positioning
  • Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A)
  • Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Behavior redirection
  • Injury Prevention
  • Inpatient Care
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Activity Planning
  • Time Management
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Emergency Response
  • Observation Documentation
  • Transporting patients
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

AHA CPR/BLS

Languages

Spanish For the Healthcare Provider
Elementary

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant
Holderman VA Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant/Psych Tech Asst
Prolink Healthcare/Dept.Of State Hospitals Napa
09.2022 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shiftkey LLC
01.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
UCSD Medical Center/Aya Healthcare
12.2019 - 02.2021
Certified Nurse Assistant/Transport/ReferralAsst
GLC/CC-Charlotte& Pineville
01.2014 - 08.2020
St.Augustine’s College
Bachelor Of Applied Arts from Psychobiology
Central Piedmont Community College
Certificate from Healthcare

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