Tina Dunker
Havre de Grace
Summary
Detail-oriented, CNA/GNA care provider with over 10 years of experience. Specializing in patient care, team efficiency and adhering to all State medical practices and certifications. Successfully implementing safety protocols and demonstrating commitment to excellence in patient care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA/GNA
Viva Assisted Senior Living
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Followed the directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients through regular room inspections and proactive hazard prevention measures.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication with colleagues regarding ongoing patient needs and concerns.
Amazon Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Company Overview: Amazon.com - Aberdeen, MD
- Streamlined order processing by implementing efficient picking and packing techniques.
- Maintained inventory accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in receiving, storage, and shipment preparation.
- Reduced product damage rates through proper handling, storage, and packaging procedures.
- Increased on-time delivery rates by prioritizing urgent shipments and effectively managing workload distribution among team members.
- Printed labels, packaged boxes, and loaded into outbound containers.
- Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines.
- Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant, medical records, inventory
Lorien Health Services
06.2018 - 06.2021
- Company Overview: Lorien Health Services - Havre de Grace, MD
- Worked in a nursing home
- Performed post-mortem care, if needed
- Aided in lifting patients when necessary
- Checked vital signs
- Provided patients/residents with care and companionship
- Documented all care
- Handled minor wound care
- Made beds
- Maintain medical charts
- Inventory order and stock medical supplies
CNA/GNA
Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Center
06.2010 - 06.2018
- Company Overview: Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Center - Havre de Grace, MD
- Maintain and update patient records on a daily basis
- Answer patient calls and respond to emergencies in a timely manner
- Fax/copy/file patient documents
- Answer and direct calls accordingly
- Assist patients with bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, etc.
- Assist patients with turning and repositioning and ROM
- Assist patients with mobility and encourage them to walk independently
Education
High school or equivalent - general studies
Joppatowne High School
Joppa, MDSkills
- Excellent customer service, quick learner, computer proficient (10 years)
- Medical terminology
- Medical records
- Time management
- Infection Control Training
- Detail-oriented
- Vital signs
- Dementia care
- Caregiving
- Patient care
- Home care
- Hoyer lift
- ADLs
- Alzheimer's care
- Patient monitoring
- Senior care
- Clerical Experience
- Nursing
- Cleaning Experience
- Computer Skills
- Communication skills
- Typing
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Board of Nursing Certified
- CNA/GNA 2010 to 2026
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
Timeline
CNA/GNA
Viva Assisted Senior Living
02.2023 - Current
Amazon Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
06.2022 - 11.2022
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant, medical records, inventory
Lorien Health Services
06.2018 - 06.2021
CNA/GNA
Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Center
06.2010 - 06.2018
High school or equivalent - general studies
Joppatowne High School
Assessments
- Home health aide skills — Expert November 2021 Providing care to patients in a home setting Full results: Expert
- Protecting patient privacy — Highly Proficient November 2021 Understanding privacy rules and regulations associated with patient records Full results: Highly Proficient
- Basic attention to detail — Familiar November 2021 Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information Full results: Familiar
- Clinical judgment — Familiar November 2021 Assessing a patient's condition and implementing the appropriate medical intervention Full results: Familiar
- Customer focus & orientation — Expert November 2021 Responding to customer situations with sensitivity Full results: Expert
- Advanced attention to detail — Familiar November 2021 Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information Full results: Familiar
- Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.