Tia Palmer
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.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
University Of Maryland Medical System
Baltimore, MD
03.2020 - Current
- Obtained temperatures of visitors and employees at entry of facility and asked screening questions.
- Oversaw in-person and curbside patient registration and processing.
- Donned and removed personal protective equipment (PPE) per company protocols.
- Handled and stored potentially contaminated nasal, oral and blood samples to prevent compromise.
- Reported positive and negative response cases according to established protocols and reporting mandates.
- Administered and interpreted infrared temperature scans, blood samples and surveys.
PCT
Medstar Union Memorial Hospital
Baltimore, MD
08.2019 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Clinical Technician
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, MD
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with healthcare providers and administrators in proper testing.
- Monitored patients and maintained detailed records for physician review.
- Assisted in implementation of customized care plans, focusing on patient wellness and comfort.
- Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
GNA
Future Care Lochearn
Baltimore, MD
08.2014 - 09.2019
- Bathed, dressed, groomed, toileted and fed residents to support activities of daily living.
- Maintained safe and sanitary work stations and equipment to reduce spread of germs, bacteria and other pathogens.
- Helped residents achieve highest practical physical, mental and psychosocial well-being through individualized attention.
- Supplied incontinent care, ambulation, range of motion, communication and other wellness needs to support bodily functions and meet physical therapy goals.
Anesthesia Technician
Sinai Hospital, Life Bridge Health
Baltimore, MD
02.2018 - 04.2018
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Performed blood gas analysis, using blood gas analyzing and centrifuge equipment to monitor and determine carbon dioxide, sodium, pH and oxygen saturation in patients.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
Specimen Processor
Lifebridge Lab Management
Baltimore, MD
03.2017 - 11.2017
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
- Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Analyzed experiment and test results to validate adherence to standards and specifications.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
Nursing Support Technician
GBMC
Towson, MD
05.2015 - 01.2017
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
GNA
Autumn Lake Healthcare
New Baltimore, NY
07.2013 - 10.2013
- Bathed, dressed, groomed, toileted and fed residents to support activities of daily living.
- Maintained safe and sanitary work stations and equipment to reduce spread of germs, bacteria and other pathogens.
- Helped residents achieve highest practical physical, mental and psychosocial well-being through individualized attention.
- Supplied incontinent care, ambulation, range of motion, communication and other wellness needs to support bodily functions and meet physical therapy goals.
CNA
Brightstar Healthcare Agency
Lutherville, MD
04.2013 - 08.2013
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
GNA
Keswick Multicare
Baltimore, MD
10.2012 - 05.2013
- Bathed, dressed, groomed, toileted and fed residents to support activities of daily living.
- Maintained safe and sanitary work stations and equipment to reduce spread of germs, bacteria and other pathogens.
- Helped residents achieve highest practical physical, mental and psychosocial well-being through individualized attention.
Resident Assistant
Lamplight Inn Of Baltimore
Baltimore, MD
08.2012 - 10.2012
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
- Changed bed linens, dumped trash and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
- Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions and hair care.
GNA
Blue Point Healthcare Center
Baltimore, MD
03.2010 - 06.2012
- Bathed, dressed, groomed, toileted and fed residents to support activities of daily living.
- Maintained safe and sanitary work stations and equipment to reduce spread of germs, bacteria and other pathogens.
- Helped residents achieve highest practical physical, mental and psychosocial well-being through individualized attention.
- Supplied incontinent care, ambulation, range of motion, communication and other wellness needs to support bodily functions and meet physical therapy goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Frederick Douglass High School
Baltimore, MD06.2013
PCT -
Maryland Center For Adult Training
Baltimore, MD10.
CNA/GNA -
Sojourner-Douglass College
Baltimore, MD05.
Skills
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Feeding Assistance Expertise
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medical Records Management
- Dependable and Responsible
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Active Listening
- Decision-Making
- Excellent Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
CNA
University Of Maryland Medical System
03.2020 - Current
PCT
Medstar Union Memorial Hospital
08.2019 - Current
Clinical Technician
Johns Hopkins Hospital
06.2018 - 09.2019
Anesthesia Technician
Sinai Hospital, Life Bridge Health
02.2018 - 04.2018
Specimen Processor
Lifebridge Lab Management
03.2017 - 11.2017
Nursing Support Technician
GBMC
05.2015 - 01.2017
GNA
Future Care Lochearn
08.2014 - 09.2019
GNA
Autumn Lake Healthcare
07.2013 - 10.2013
CNA
Brightstar Healthcare Agency
04.2013 - 08.2013
GNA
Keswick Multicare
10.2012 - 05.2013
Resident Assistant
Lamplight Inn Of Baltimore
08.2012 - 10.2012
GNA
Blue Point Healthcare Center
03.2010 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
Frederick Douglass High School
PCT -
Maryland Center For Adult Training
CNA/GNA -
Sojourner-Douglass College