Tessa Burnett
Fairfield,PA
Summary
Seasoned Medication Aide and CNA with a robust background in patient care, demonstrated through a progressive career at Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care and other reputable health institutions. Excelled in topical medication application and glucose testing, enhancing patient wellness by 30%. Renowned for exceptional verbal communication and compassionate patient interactions, consistently promoting a culture of respect and dignity.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Medication Aide
Mountain Manor Treatment Center
Emmitsburg, MD
07.2023 - Current
- Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Maintained medication stock and cleaned patient rooms and equipment.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Verified patient information and documented medication administration accurately in patient charts.
- Ordered drug supplies from pharmacy as needed for patient care needs.
CNA
Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care
Harrisburg, PA
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate and pulse rate of hospice patients.
- Respected privacy rights of all individuals being served through maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- Provided personal care and comfort to hospice patients, including bathing, dressing, feeding and grooming.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of quality care for all hospice patients.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the comfort and safety of hospice patients such as changing bed linens, cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming carpets.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
CNA
Paramount Senior Living
Fayetteville, PA
07.2000 - 07.2021
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
CNA
Right @ Home
Hagerstown, MD
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Encouraged independence among patients by helping them learn self-care skills that can be used independently without assistance from others.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to physician or nurse.
- Observed safety precautions related to infection control practices in all areas where duties are performed.
- Demonstrated compassion and respect for all clients while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
CNA
Right @ Home
Hagerstown, MD
Education
Certificate - Nursing
Cambridge Nursing
Gaithersburg, MD06-2005
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, MDSkills
- Topical medication application
- Glucose testing
- Logs management
- Medication stock maintenance
- Oxygen initiation
- Drugs inventory
- Insulin injection administration
- Verbal and written communication
- Prescription verification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medication Aide
Mountain Manor Treatment Center
07.2023 - Current
CNA
Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care
07.2022 - 07.2023
CNA
Right @ Home
07.2019 - 07.2020
CNA
Paramount Senior Living
07.2000 - 07.2021
CNA
Right @ Home
Certificate - Nursing
Cambridge Nursing
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Hagerstown Community College
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