SUMMARY
S Tam a dedicated worker who has a deep passion for providing quality care and
making a difference. I am self motivated as well as a team player. I go beyond what is
expected to maintain the integrity of patients and clients. I have more than 25 years
experience as a CNA in a variety of settings such as convalescent homes, acute care,
SNF, private homes, ALF, memory care, palliative care, rehabs, home health and
LATASHA hospice. I take pride in making sure I stay prevalent and educated to the current health
care changes. I believe I will be a great asset to my potential employer.
SPEARMAN
951-***-**** SKILLS
[atashashantea@gmail * Care Plan Implementation * Direct Patient Care
San Jacinto. CA * Detailed Observation Reports * Quality Assurance Controls
92581 * Educated on Multiple Diagnosis * Patient Relations
* Bereavement Training
EXPERIENCE
Certified Nursing Assistant/HHA
Upland, CA
Reliant Home Health Agency/ Apr 2016 to Current
* Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough
patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
* Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and
ambulation.
* Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and
heart rate.
* Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition
and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
* Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve
individual care plan targets.
CNA/Care Coordinator/Liaison
Moreno Valley, CA
Destiny Home Health Agency/ Nov 2008 to Jul 2016
* Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
* Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and
response times.
* Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and
equipment availability into consideration.
* Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards,
department heads and medical staff.
* Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Scheduler
Riverside, CA
Ascend Hospice/ Jan 2013 to Apr 2016
* Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms
and referred patients to other medical professionals.
* Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
* Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to
maintain optimal environment.
* Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to
medical center policies and procedures.
* Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding
death and dying.