Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
BLS
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Tarrance Randle

Peoria,IL

Summary

Driven Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in patient care and HIPAA compliance, honed across roles at Apostolic Christian Home and other healthcare settings. Excelled in delivering compassionate, patient-focused care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and Alzheimer's care, adept at improving patient outcomes through meticulous attention to detail and a team-oriented approach. Very proficient in electronic health record database.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Apostolic Christian Home
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Administered holistic care to patients at different life stages, considering aging processes, human development milestones, and cultural backgrounds.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.

Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.

  • Supported needs of 30+ residents under long-term care.

Patient Care Technician

Unity Point Health Proctor
07.2018 - 09.2022
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Ensured accurate data entry into electronic health records systems while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction with their healthcare experience.
  • Contributed to optimization of workflows within busy units while consistently prioritizing workload based on urgency level.
  • Maintained safe working environment, adhering to infection control protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment.
  • Increased efficiency in diagnostic testing processes by accurately collecting specimens for laboratory analysis following strict protocol guidelines.
  • Promoted optimal patient outcomes with timely identification and reporting of significant changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.
  • Promoted patient-centered care approach by actively listening, empathizing, and addressing concerns raised by patients or their families.
  • Served as advocate for patients to ensure that they received appropriate resources and support throughout their continuum of care.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
  • Supported needs of 40+ residents under long-term care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Home Health Aid
04.2015 - 07.2018
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patient with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
  • Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
  • Supported patient with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
  • Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
  • Coordinated with external healthcare providers, ensuring comprehensive care by sharing patient information and updates.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
  • Supported needs of 1 resident under long-term care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Morton Villa Healthcare And Rehabilitation Centre
03.2007 - 11.2014
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Supported needs of 50+ residents under long-term care.

Education

CPA - Accounting

Robert Morris College
401 S. State St.
04.2005

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Basic Life Support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
  • Compassionate
  • Electronic Charting
  • Patient-focused care
  • Positioning Patients
  • Urinary Catheter Care

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant obtained in 2007

BLS

Trained to provide to anyone who is experiencing cardiac arrest, respiratory distress or an obstructed airway. In my many years of healthcare in long-term facilities and at my home healthcare job I have had to use my training.

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Apostolic Christian Home
01.2023 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Unity Point Health Proctor
07.2018 - 09.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Home Health Aid
04.2015 - 07.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Morton Villa Healthcare And Rehabilitation Centre
03.2007 - 11.2014

CPA - Accounting

Robert Morris College
  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant obtained in 2007
Tarrance Randle