TaSherra Cotton
SAINT LOUIS,MO
Summary
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
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Festus Manor
08.2023 - Current
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Medication Administration
LPN
McClay Senior Care
06.2023 - Current
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Medication Administration
LPN
Clipboard Health
04.2023 - Current
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Medication Administration
Residential Technician
Independence Center
04.2018 - 11.2021
- Supervised 15 group home residents in all daily activities of residential program.
- Verified group home and program-owned equipment remained clean, sanitary and in good working condition.
- Assisted in administration of medications and worked with pharmacy to replenish medications.
- Helped residents with activities of daily living
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Prepared meals for residents and performing grocery shopping duties.
CMT
Lutheran Senior Services
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Helped patients with their activities of daily living
CMT
Elite Medical Staffing
04.2015 - 08.2018
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
CNA/CMT
Bethesda Health
03.2012 - 10.2015
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with medication administration/ reminders
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing
Beck School of Practical Nursing
Red Bud, IL12.2022
Certification - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
St. Louis School of Phelebotomy
University City, MO12.2021
Certification - Certified Medication Technician
Healthcare Education
Florissant, MO05.2015
Certification - Certified Nurse Assistant
Southwestern Illinois College
Granite City, IL07.2009
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
Saint Louis, MO05.2006
Skills
- Vocational Support
- Transcribing Orders
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Service-Orientation
- Critical Thinking
- Immunization Administration
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care & Advocacy
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
LPN
Festus Manor
08.2023 - Current
LPN
McClay Senior Care
06.2023 - Current
LPN
Clipboard Health
04.2023 - Current
Residential Technician
Independence Center
04.2018 - 11.2021
CMT
Lutheran Senior Services
01.2018 - 08.2018
CMT
Elite Medical Staffing
04.2015 - 08.2018
CNA/CMT
Bethesda Health
03.2012 - 10.2015
Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing
Beck School of Practical Nursing
Certification - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
St. Louis School of Phelebotomy
Certification - Certified Medication Technician
Healthcare Education
Certification - Certified Nurse Assistant
Southwestern Illinois College
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
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