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Tawana Dearing

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Cook County Hospital, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and dignity while effectively communicating needs. Recognized for maintaining a safe environment and supporting physical therapy routines, ensuring high-quality support for all residents.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Cook County Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2025
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

CNA

Custom Home Health
07.2017 - 12.2021
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

CNA

Loretto Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for nursing staff.
  • Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for patients and staff.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.

CNA

Warren Barr Lincoln Park
10.2013 - 07.2017
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for nursing staff.

CNA

Wilson Care Nursing
09.2009 - 07.2013
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for nursing staff.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
  • Communicated effectively with patients to understand their needs and preferences.

Education

High School Diploma - Food Science

Westinghouse Vocational High School
Chicago, IL
06.1996

Skills

  • EKG
  • Patient transfers
  • Recording vital signs
  • Electronic charting
  • Condition monitoring
  • Medical terminology
  • Direct patient care
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Collecting vital signs

Certification

CNA Certification,Infection Control Certification,CPR Certified

Timeline

CNA

Cook County Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2025

CNA

Loretto Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2021

CNA

Custom Home Health
07.2017 - 12.2021

CNA

Warren Barr Lincoln Park
10.2013 - 07.2017

CNA

Wilson Care Nursing
09.2009 - 07.2013

High School Diploma - Food Science

Westinghouse Vocational High School