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Taylor Patterson

Nashville,Tennessee

Summary

I consider myself a detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education over the years including during a world pandemic. Patient Center Care is at the top of my list each and every day.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Adams Place Assisted Living
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
12.2020 - 08.2021
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • 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.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Tennessee State Veterans Home
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
05.2019 - 08.2021
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • 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.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • 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.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Belmont University
Nashville, TN
05.2024

Skills

  • Nutrition and Diet
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Caregiver Relations
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Universal Precautions
  • Basic Life Support
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
  • Assisting with Daily Living

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Adams Place Assisted Living
12.2020 - 08.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Tennessee State Veterans Home
05.2019 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Belmont University

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