Caring PCA/CNA with Nursing Pathway Ambition

Tasneema Abdurhamn

Blaine, MN

Phone: 763-***-**** Email: ***********@******.***

Objective

Caring, hardworking PCA who supports both family members and elderly clients with real, hands-on care. As a student working toward becoming a nurse, I bring patience, empathy, and strong communication to every person I help. I’m reliable, calm, and committed to keeping people safe, comfortable, and respected.

Education

Blaine High School — Blaine, MN

Expected Graduation: 2026

Work Experience

Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Lakeland LLC — Minnesota

July 2024 – Present

• Provide personal care mainly for my own family members, supporting their daily routines with patience and respect.

• Help with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, mobility, and meal preparation.

• Watch for changes in health, mood, or behavior and communicate with family or care coordinators.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized home environment.

• Balance school, work, and responsibilities while giving consistent and dependable care.

Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Rochester Home Care Inc — Minneapolis, MN

July 2024 – Present

• Provide compassionate one-on-one care to elderly clients, including one of my own family members, who need daily support.

• Assist with ADLs such as bathing, grooming, dressing, transferring, meal preparation, and mobility.

• Pay close attention to health changes and share updates with families or care coordinators.

• Build trusting, positive relationships with clients who rely on me emotionally and physically.

• Keep living areas clean, organized, and safe to support comfort and independence.

Cashier

Target — Blaine, MN

November 2024 – May 2025

• Greeted and assisted customers while processing purchases, returns, and exchanges.

• Handled cash, card, and mobile payments accurately and kept registers balanced.

• Helped customers find products and answered questions with patience and professionalism.

• Stayed fast and focused during busy hours and supported teammates.

• Maintained a clean and organized checkout area.

Skills

• Patient Care & Emotional Support

• Bathing, Grooming, Toileting, Mobility Assistance

• Meal Prep & Feeding Support

• Building Trust & Communicating with Families

• Home Safety & Organization

• Time Management

• Customer Service

• HIPAA Awareness

Certifications

• CNA (Minnesota) — Passed Skills + Knowledge Exam

• CPR/First Aid (AHA) — Expired, renewal in progress

About Me

I’m someone who grew up taking care of my family, and it taught me patience, empathy, and how to handle stressful situations calmly. I love working in healthcare because helping people feel safe, seen, and supported is something that comes naturally to me. I’m working toward becoming a nurse and want to gain more experience in clinical environments.

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