TULIMA HARRISON
Slidell
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience. Skilled in recording vital signs and providing compassionate patient-focused care. Proven ability to respond effectively in emergencies while ensuring compliance with HIPAA. Committed to enhancing patient well-being through emotional support and critical thinking in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hudson Staffing
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity
- Observed infection control procedures and guidelines to safeguard patients and teams
- 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
- Shaved and drape patients to prepare them for surgery, treatment, and examination
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine patient needs
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, temperature, blood sugar and heart rate
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures
- Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience
- Skilled in recording vital signs and providing compassionate patient-focused care
- Proven ability to respond effectively in emergencies while ensuring compliance with HIPAA
- Committed to enhancing patient well-being through emotional support and critical thinking in diverse healthcare settings
Certified Nursing Assistant
Traversity Staffing
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Norton Sound Regional Hospital
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment
- Adhere to the facility's Core Values and Mission with complete regard for the dignity of each person
- Providing assistance to professional staff, including but not limited to sanitization standards, conducting vital checks, responding to call lights and promoting oral and personal patient hygiene
- Followed departmental policies and procedures, including safety, environmental and infection control standards
- Assisted with serving meals, feeding patients as necessary and ambulating, turning, and positioning patients; and providing fresh water and nourishment between meals
- Ensured safety of all patients by closely monitoring them throughout the day and night shifts
- Respected privacy rights of all individuals served by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations and guidelines at all times
Certified Nursing Assistant
Slate Healthcare Texas
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Mental Health Technician
Northlake Behavioral Health Systems
05.2015 - 02.2019
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
Education
BBA - General Studies
Delgado Community College
05.2016
Skills
- Recording vital signs
- Emergency Responder
- Patient-Focused Care
- Emotional and Social Support
- Critical Thinking
- Monitoring Fluids
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Effective oral, written, and reading communication skills
- Understands legal implications of patient care
- Mobility Assistance
- Transporting Patients
- HIPAA compliance
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Electronic charting
- End-of-life care
- Bedside manner
- Documenting behaviors
- Blood glucose testing
Certification
- Crisis Prevention Certified (CPI)
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hudson Staffing
09.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Traversity Staffing
12.2023 - 04.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Norton Sound Regional Hospital
04.2021 - 03.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Slate Healthcare Texas
03.2019 - 02.2021
Mental Health Technician
Northlake Behavioral Health Systems
05.2015 - 02.2019
BBA - General Studies
Delgado Community College
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