Tia Jefferson
Mastic Beach,NY
Summary
Passionate certified nursing assistant and team player with ten years of experience. Well versed in all elements of patient care with success in quickly responding to emergency situations and skilled in working within collaborative settings. I am also adept in assisting physicians and nurses with a wide range of bedside procedures, cleaning, and restocking treatment areas while maintaining the highest standards of safety and protocol regulation. Trustworthy and responsible professional comfortable working in fast-paced environment and adapting quickly to changes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Technician
Long Island Community Hospital
08.2016 - 11.2021
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Hamptons Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing
11.2018 - 01.2020
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westhampton Care Center
05.2012 - 08.2016
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Smithtown Center For Rehab
08.2015 - 10.2015
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Cashier
K-Mart
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Tallied cash drawer at beginning and end of each work shift.
- Upsold additional products and services to customers, increasing revenue.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
Education
Nursing Student
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY08.2027
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Northshore Career Institute
Ronkonkoma, NY09.2011
Graduate with Advanced Regents Diploma -
William Floyd High School
Mastic Beach, NY06.2010
Skills
- Patient Transport
- 12-Lead EKG Monitoring
- Orthopedic Splint Application
- Information Documentation
- CPR
- Collecting Medical Samples
- Wound Care
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Regulatory Compliance
- Measuring and Monitoring Vitals
- Basic Patient Care
- CPR Certification
- Patient Care
Certification Number
34334972121E
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Hamptons Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing
11.2018 - 01.2020
Emergency Room Technician
Long Island Community Hospital
08.2016 - 11.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Smithtown Center For Rehab
08.2015 - 10.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westhampton Care Center
05.2012 - 08.2016
Cashier
K-Mart
01.2009 - 01.2010
Nursing Student
Nassau Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Northshore Career Institute
Graduate with Advanced Regents Diploma -
William Floyd High School
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