Tina Morgan
Republic
Summary
Motivated and experienced professional with a strong commitment to providing exceptional care to elderly, disabled, and recuperating patients. Demonstrated expertise in basic nursing care and meticulous medical recordkeeping. Dedicated to delivering compassionate care and making a positive impact on the lives of patients through attentive and comprehensive medical support. Highly adaptable with 13 years of work experience, possessing proven leadership, problem-solving, and prioritization skills. Professional educator with experience in fostering a supportive and effective learning environment. Proven track record of enhancing student engagement and academic success through collaboration with faculty and adaptability to evolving classroom needs. Strong skills in communication, organization, and instructional support make me reliable and results-driven in educational settings.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
CoxHealth
04.2018 - Current
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information
- Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls
- Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff
- Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families
- Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients
- Monitored pain and provided comfort measures, reporting abnormalities to nursing staff
- Stocked patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs
- Completed in-service training and attended performance improvement meetings
- Observed infection control procedures and guidelines to safeguard patients and teams
- Utilized restorative care techniques to promote patient independence
- Cleaned and sanitized medical equipment and rooms
- Participated in educational activities to stay up-to-date with best practices in nursing
- Assisted with admission and discharge processes to provide continuity of care
- Followed manufacturer's instructions when using selected equipment, accounting for patient's size, preexisting conditions, and age
- Demonstrated proficiency in patient transfer techniques using wheelchairs, gurneys and lifts
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality care delivery to patients
- Contributed positively to team environment through effective problem solving strategies
- Developed positive relationships with residents by providing compassionate care
- Maintained a clean environment for the safety of patients by following infection control protocols
- Performed basic nursing procedures such as catheterization and wound cleaning and dressing changes
- Managed multiple tasks effectively while maintaining composure under pressure situations
- Exhibited excellent communication skills when interacting with patients and their families
- Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to patients, including bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize tasks based on patient needs
- Respected patient privacy rights while providing care services
- Assisted in admission, discharge and transfer activities as needed
- Reported any change in patient condition promptly to the nurse supervisor
- Assessed patient needs for additional services or equipment requirements
- Ensured proper documentation of all treatments provided per hospital policies and standards
- Assisted with range of motion exercises, ambulation and positioning of bedridden patients
- Recorded daily observations regarding patient condition in medical records
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to enhance self-esteem of patients
- Administered medications according to physician's orders accurately and timely
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns
- Answered patient call signals, signal lights or bells to determine patient needs
- Checked vital signs and recorded intake information to monitor patient stability
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients
- Established special connections with patients through empathy and relationship-building techniques
- Kept patient information confidential to protect organization's value
Home Health Caregiver
CoxHealth at home
08.2016 - 04.2018
- Communicated with patients to ascertain feelings and needed for assistance and social and emotional support
- Lifted and assisted others to lift patients to move them on and off beds, examination tables, surgical tables, and stretchers
- Turned bedridden patients to avoid bedsores
- Communicated with patients to determine need for assistance or social and emotional support
- Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, and blood in urine
- Recorded height and weight of patients
- Prepared and served food trays
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms and examination rooms
- Observed patient's responses, reactions, and changes to medications
- Gathered information from nurses and physicians about patient condition and treatment plans
- Supplied, collected and emptied bedpans
- Collected specimens, such as urine, feces, and sputum
- Reviewed patient dietary restrictions and food allergies to verify appropriate diet
- Utilized wheelchairs and moveable beds to transport patients to treatment units and operating rooms
- Assisted nurses and physicians in operation of medical equipment and provision of patient care
- Applied clean dressings, slings and support bandages
- Provided information, such as directions, visiting hours, and patient status information to visitors and callers
- Collected data regarding patients' diseases, conditions, and treatment plans
- Reviewed invoices from suppliers ensuring accuracy prior to payment processing
- Managed inventory levels by tracking stock levels and ordering supplies as required
- Collected and organized supplier performance data to contribute towards buying team's decisions
- Contacted prospective suppliers for negotiating potential purchase agreements
- Gathered pricing data for enabling informed purchasing determinations
- Studied sales records and inventory levels of current stock to develop strategic purchasing programs
- Maintained and reviewed computerized and manual records of purchased items, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventories
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Self-employed
Myself
11.2013 - 06.2016
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Mopped hardwood, laminate, ceramic, vinyl, glass and wood surfaces.
- Maintained a safe working environment through proper use of cleaning products and equipment.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent high-quality service and friendly interactions.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering thorough and efficient cleaning services tailored to individual needs.
- Demonstrated flexibility in scheduling, accommodating last-minute requests and urgent cleaning needs.
- Delivered quality customer service to address urgent needs and cleaning requests.
Preschool Teacher
OACAC Head Start
07.2003 - 08.2013
- Created a positive learning environment that fostered growth and development
- Applied patience and understanding when dealing with challenging student behavior
- Implemented lesson plans and daily classroom schedules in accordance with curriculum and programming
- Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood education standards and best practices
- Set up and organized classrooms that encouraged children to create, explore, and make decisions with confidence
- Monitored children at all times to ensure their safety in the classroom setting
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to ensure student success
- Developed lesson plans with goals, activities, and outcomes that represented state early learning standards
- Demonstrated ability to create a safe and nurturing learning environment for young students
- Attended and participated in staff meetings and required training
- Helped children develop cognitive skills through reading books and fingerplay
- Collaborated with parents and guardians regarding their child's progress, behavior issues or other concerns
- Organized activities such as games, art projects, dramatic play, music and stories
- Established strong relationships with students, families and staff members within the school community
- Communicated and developed effective partnerships with parents and families, encouraging parent involvement
- Implemented behavior management techniques to help students maintain appropriate behaviors in the classroom setting
- Provided individual attention to meet the needs of each child's particular level of development
- Encouraged social interaction between peers through cooperative play activities
- Encouraged children's self-expression through verbal communication, art and music
- Developed activities that fostered social and emotional development
- Maintained awareness and supervision of children's needs to foster physical health and safety
- Developed creative lesson plans to engage young learners in the classroom
- Provided guidance for students who were struggling academically or socially
- Utilized effective classroom management techniques to ensure a positive learning atmosphere
- Observed children to assess social, emotional, physical and intellectual development
- Assisted with potty training when necessary while also promoting independence in toileting
- Documented observations and maintained child portfolios to aid in assessments
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and progress reports on a daily basis
- Fostered physical development by encouraging outdoor activities and providing opportunities for gross motor skills development
- Promoted healthy eating habits by discussing nutrition during snack time
- Utilized effective discipline strategies to ensure student safety and respect for others
Education
Medical Records Certification - Medical Records
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ05.2024
Associate Of General Studies -
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO05.2024
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Multitasking Abilities
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Transfers
- Conflict Resolution
- Attention to Detail
- Active Listening
- Organizational Skills
- Professionalism
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
Certification
Child Development Associate - Preschool
Timeline
CNA
CoxHealth
04.2018 - Current
Home Health Caregiver
CoxHealth at home
08.2016 - 04.2018
Self-employed
Myself
11.2013 - 06.2016
Preschool Teacher
OACAC Head Start
07.2003 - 08.2013
Medical Records Certification - Medical Records
University of Phoenix
Associate Of General Studies -
Ozarks Technical Community College
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