Tasha Mcneil
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Accomplished Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment Center, excelling in patient care and HIPAA compliance. Demonstrated ability to improve care quality and reduce fall incidents by over 30%. Skilled in electronic charting and known for exceptional bedside manner, I adeptly balance technical expertise with empathetic patient interactions. 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment Center
11.2023 - 07.2024
- 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.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cherry Hospital
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Duty
10.2019 - 01.2022
- 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Goldsboro Rehabilitation And Health Care
06.2014 - 07.2020
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vidant Medical Hospital
05.2017 - 03.2019
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Personal Home Health Care
06.2007 - 05.2014
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Britthaven Nursing Home
01.2005 - 04.2009
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Wayne Community College
Goldsboro, NC12.2004
Skills
Patient Care
HIPAA Compliance
Reliable team player
Direct Patient Care
Collecting vital signs
Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
Basic Life Support
Bedside manner
Recording vital signs
Electronic Charting
Adaptable
Urinary Catheter Care
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment Center
11.2023 - 07.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cherry Hospital
03.2022 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Duty
10.2019 - 01.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vidant Medical Hospital
05.2017 - 03.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Goldsboro Rehabilitation And Health Care
06.2014 - 07.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Personal Home Health Care
06.2007 - 05.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Britthaven Nursing Home
01.2005 - 04.2009
No Degree - Nursing
Wayne Community College
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