Taylor Patterson
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
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 the list each and every day.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant Intern
Sarah Cannon Research Institution
12.2022 - Current
- Complied with company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Assisted with IV therapy, medication administration, wound therapy and splinting.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Adams Place Assisted Living
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
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.
- Cared for 15 patients per day.
Sales Associate
City Of Murfreesboro Parks And Recreation Department
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN12.2024
Skills
- Nutrition and Diet
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Caregiver Relations
- Vital Signs Collection
- Emotional and Social Support
- Patient-Focused Care
- Universal Precautions
- Basic Life Support
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Individualized Care
- EMR Systems
- Nursing Diagnosis
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant Intern
Sarah Cannon Research Institution
12.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Adams Place Assisted Living
12.2020 - 08.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tennessee State Veterans Home
05.2019 - 08.2021
Sales Associate
City Of Murfreesboro Parks And Recreation Department
09.2016 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Trevecca Nazarene University
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