Tiffany Carstarphen-Johnston
Haddonfield
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Complete Care At Kressonview, skilled in direct patient care and vital sign monitoring. A reliable team player, I enhanced patient comfort and safety, contributing to improved care quality and satisfaction. Proficient in CPR and committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance in all interactions.
Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Complete Care At Kressonview
08.2022 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Patient Care Technician
Cooper Hospital
05.2020 - 08.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care during acute medical situations.
- Assessed vital signs regularly, identifying early warning signs of clinical deterioration or complications requiring immediate attention.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients by following strict infection control protocols.
- Contributed to the development of new hospital policies aimed at improving the quality of acute care services provided.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on the latest advancements in acute care nursing practice.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by administering medications and treatments accurately and promptly.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Direct Support Professional
Easterseals of NJ
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
Unit Clerk
Elmwood Hills Healthcare Center
10.2013 - 03.2017
- Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
- Answered multi-line telephone system, provided information, and directed calls.
- Handled incoming calls professionally, providing relevant information or transferring inquiries as needed to maintain efficient communication channels within the unit.
- Prepared admissions charts and scanned records.
- Provided excellent customer service while responsibly managing sensitive patient data in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, supporting infection control measures within the healthcare facility.
- Documented updates to patient information in medical charts while maintaining HIPAA compliance protecting confidentiality of records.
- Arranged discharges and patient transportations.
- Organized patient charts, enhancing the flow of information among healthcare providers and contributing to better-informed treatment decisions.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, improving overall quality of service provided to patients.
- Obtained and organized medical records for office visits and scheduled labs.
- Expedited communication between healthcare professionals, resulting in better coordination of care for patients.
- Facilitated timely transfer of patients within the facility by coordinating bed assignments and communicating with appropriate departments.
- Managed unit resources effectively, ensuring optimal utilization of equipment and supplies.
- Aided in the training of new hires by sharing knowledge and best practices acquired from years of experience.
- Improved patient experience by promptly addressing any concerns or questions related to their stay at the facility.
- Charted vital signs and added telemetry strips to charts.
- Participated in departmental meetings and contributed valuable input, helping to shape improved policies and procedures within the unit.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edison Job Corp
Edison, NJ06.2000
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Basic life support BLS
- CPR and AED use
- Adult CPR
- Certification in CPR
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Complete Care At Kressonview
08.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Cooper Hospital
05.2020 - 08.2023
Direct Support Professional
Easterseals of NJ
08.2017 - 06.2020
Unit Clerk
Elmwood Hills Healthcare Center
10.2013 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Edison Job Corp