Tyler Chapman
Madison,WI
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in patient care. Expertise in monitoring vital signs and providing compassionate end-of-life support. Committed to improving patient outcomes and ensuring comfort for both patients and families during challenging times.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Respiratory Care Technician
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
03.2008 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Monitored blood sugar levels every four to six hours.
- Assisted in removing IVs and foleys during patient discharge.
- Maintained patient hygiene by regularly emptying foleys and JP drains.
- repositioned patients to prevent bed sores.
- Recorded patient weights on a daily basis.
- Provided personal assistance and ambulation to enhance patient comfort and mobility.
- Prepared male or female percutaneous wicks for patient care.
- Assisted patients with daily personal care activities.
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Bristolhospice
08.2008 - 01.2025
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress and communicated updates to the hospice care team effectively.
- Improved quality of life for terminally ill patients by performing routine personal care tasks, such as bathing, grooming, and feeding.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' families during the grieving process through active listening and empathetic communication.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Provided end-of-life care for patients while respecting their dignity and personal wishes, allowing them to pass comfortably.
Certified Nursing Assistant
UWHealth
Madison, Wisconsin
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate, to assess patient health status and inform care decisions.
- Documented patient care and observations in electronic health records to ensure accurate and comprehensive medical records.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents in walking to enhance mobility and independence, utilizing self-help devices.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Moraine Park Technical College
Fond Du Lac, WI05-2005
Nursing - CNA
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI01-2015
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
UWHealth
09.2024 - 09.2024
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Bristolhospice
08.2008 - 01.2025
Respiratory Care Technician
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
03.2008 - Current
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Moraine Park Technical College
Nursing - CNA
Madison Area Technical College