Open To Work
Tekoa Duncan
Shirley,NY
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Assistant skilled in patient care, vital sign monitoring, and medication administration. Delivers efficient support through thorough health assessments and accurate care documentation. Excels in communication and empathy, providing optimal care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
CDPAP
Amityville, New York
04.2021 - 08.2025
- Provided direct patient care and support with daily living activities.
- Administered medications under supervision of healthcare professionals to ensure patient compliance and safety.
- Monitored and reported changes in patients' conditions to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with team members to create individualized care plans that address patient needs and enhance care quality.
- Documented patient information accurately in care records and reports.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patient safety and proactively resolve potential issues.
Head care aide
Dominican village
Amityville, New York
03.2017 - 06.2020
- Supported residents in daily living activities and personal care to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Monitored resident conditions and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with team members to provide quality care and support.
- Documented resident interactions and care provided in records accurately.
- Facilitated social activities for residents to foster engagement and improve mental well-being.
- Supported medication management under the supervision of healthcare professionals.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding resident needs and updates.
- Observed client behavior and reported any changes to the supervisor or appropriate personnel.
PCA/HHA
Attentive care
Deer Park, New York
01.2015 - 02.2017
- Administered personal care to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, supporting dignity in bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting, and feeding.
- Delivered personal care assistance to clients, enhancing quality of life in daily living activities.
- Assisted clients with mobility and transportation needs to enhance independence.
- Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
- Monitored and documented client health status, ensuring timely communication of changes to healthcare team.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to elderly clients experiencing loneliness or depression.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients in compliance with safety standards.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
Education
PCA/HHA - PCA Certification
Attentive Car
Deer Park, NY01-2015
CNA - Nursing Assistant
Wilson Tech
Dix Hills 06-2009
GED -
Copiague High School
Copiague, NY02-2002
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medication administration
- Health assessment
- Infection control
- Care documentation
- Record keeping
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Patient relationship building
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$20/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Nursing Assistant
CDPAP
04.2021 - 08.2025
Head care aide
Dominican village
03.2017 - 06.2020
PCA/HHA
Attentive care
01.2015 - 02.2017
PCA/HHA - PCA Certification
Attentive Car
CNA - Nursing Assistant
Wilson Tech
GED -
Copiague High School