Open To Work
Tyra Ferrell
Bellport
Summary
I am Tyra, a diligent and motivated student practical nurse and certified nursing assistant who puts her all into caring for patients. I am focused on delivering high quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds, dedicated to protecting patient safety and committed to promoting patient satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA- Certified Nursing Assistant
Good Samaritan Hospital
West Islip
04.2024 - Current
- Receiving report from the previous shift about assignment, whilst introducing myself to patients for the night.
- Took vitals and inquired about patients' needs for the night, ensuring comfort and satisfaction.
- Changing patients for the night and documenting any outputs and inputs
- Communicated concerning findings to nurses promptly, contributing to patient safety.
- Assisted nurses with wound care, enhancing patient recovery and comfort.
- Performed culture collection and transported samples to the lab.
- Documenting and checking on patients every 1-2 hours.
- Marking down any blood sugars along with any special diets I should be aware of from our computer system.
- Organized available beds to facilitate prompt patient admissions.
- Arranged necessary equipment to ensure immediate access for patient vital assessments.
- Taking vitals while asking my patients if they would like anything for the night such as food and drink.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Quantum Rehabilitation and Nursing
Middle Island
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Reporting to the nurses' station for any need-to-know information regarding my residents such as, their current condition, appointments, visitors etc.
- Checking on all of my residents before beginning care.
- Evaluated resident assistance requirements using the kiosk while providing care.
- Checking the kiosk to also mark down any showers I may have.
- Reporting to the nurse if I notice any concerning differences in any of the residents.
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living to promote independence and well-being.
- Responded promptly to resident call bells to ensure timely support.
- Giving out breakfast and lunch to those whom are able to feed themselves and then feeding those who need assistance.
- Documenting on Sigma.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southampton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Southampton
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Facilitated daily living activities by bathing and grooming residents to enhance comfort and hygiene.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Delivered meals to patients in their rooms and supported feeding to promote nutrition and well-being.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Aided residents in ambulation with or without self-help devices to maintain mobility and independence.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Nursing
Middle Island
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Received report from unit supervisor on residents' conditions and patient appointment times.
- Ensured residents were prepared for daily activities.
- Recorded resident shower times to optimize daily care planning.
- Setting up the linen cart and patient rooms for the day.
- Passing out breakfast trays and assisting my residents with eating.
- Assisted residents with ADLs and completed morning showers, communicating any concerns to the nurse for timely intervention.
- Assisting nurses with wound care.
- Bringing my residents to their daily activities.
- Handing out lunch trays and assisting with feeds.
- Documenting using the point click care system.
- Reviewed patient status during last rounds to ensure care continuity.
- Delivered thorough shift report to oncoming staff, ensuring continuity of care.
Education
Student Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Sayville, NY04-2026
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Ideal School of Allied Healthcare
Hauppauge, NY03-2022
Certificate - EKG
Ideal School of Allied Healthcare
Hauppauge, NY01-2022
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Ideal School of Allied Healthcare
Hauppauge, NY01-2022
High school diploma -
Bellport Senior High School
Bellport, NY06-2018
Skills
- Medical Records (Epic)
- Compounding Medications
- Medication Administration
- Infection control
- Time Management
- Cash Handling
- Vital Signs
- Interpretation of vital signs
- Typing
- Phlebotomy
- Microsoft Outlook
- Patient Care and safety
- HIPAA
- Caregiving
- Medical Terminology
- Phone Etiquette
- Infection Control Procedures
- Computer Skills
- End-of-life care
- Problem-solving
- Cultural sensitivity
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
Certification
- State Tested Nursing Assistant, 08/01/22, Present
- BLS Certification, 04/01/23, Present
Timeline
CNA- Certified Nursing Assistant
Good Samaritan Hospital
04.2024 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Quantum Rehabilitation and Nursing
03.2023 - 04.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southampton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
12.2022 - 03.2023
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
The Hamlet Rehabilitation and Nursing
10.2021 - 12.2022
Student Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Ideal School of Allied Healthcare
Certificate - EKG
Ideal School of Allied Healthcare
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Ideal School of Allied Healthcare
High school diploma -
Bellport Senior High School