1. Tamara Ralph, CNA
206 AmberAsh Dr, Kyle, TX 78640
Contact phone number: 254-317-6990
Tamararalph6@gmail.com
Referencesavailable uponrequest
Objective:
 Seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant position w ith a company that has an exemplary record of care and compassion for
their patients. I bring years of empathy and w elldeveloped skills in helping patients achieve activities of daily living w ith
dignity. Well adapted in handling a multitude of difficult and traumatic situations.
Employment:
Park Manor: Bee Caves, TX May 2016- Present
CertifiedNursingAssistant(Long Term Care/Rehab)
 Read and record Vitalsigns for all new patient admissions, or patient history and physicalexams.
 Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival by ensuring cleanliness and environment of care standards are being met.
 Collected specimen samples including urine drugs screens (and whateverthey are testing for) for nursing staff..
 Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake of each assigned resident.
 Assisted with transferring residentsin and out of bed, w heelchairs, and adaptive equipment in accordance with fall
precaution policies.
 Assisted in application of traction devices.
 Assisted nurse with cleaning rectaltube, G-tube, and J-tube, and Foley catheter.
 Ensured the safety of the patients w ith psychologicaland behavioralissues
 Position residents for comfort and to prevent pressure sores.
D & S Community Services:Kyle,TX June 2014- Present
House Manager
 Develop unit staffing schedule and ensure the staff shifts are always coveredwithin optimal hours w ith supervisory
assistance
 Provide training to all direct care staff in all necessary areas.
 Assist supervisor in interviewing potentialcandidates for the unit.
 Work direct care shifts, as needed to ensure consumer quality of care.
 Communicate w ith the Nurse and/or Case Manager regarding health or behavioralissues.
 Review and audit Residential Support Service (RSS) logs and Medication Administration for completion and accuracy.
 Observe direct care staff in medication administration.
 Completion and /or follow up on completion of medical documentation needed, and other reports (Incident Reports, RSS
logs, Communication Logs).
 Supervise care staff to ensure consumer specific goals and objectives are followed and addressed.
Oversee care staff to ensure good health, hygiene, and grooming of consumers..
 Planning w eekly/monthly activities for the consumers and following up with staff about the activities participated in.
Coordination and preparation of all consumer transitions, including placement, visits, and movements.
 Ensure the purchase of necessaryhousehold supplies, food and consumer purchase.
Maintain all receipts including house purchase card, gas card, and consumer trust fund receipts.
Coordinate, complete, and follow -up on home maintenance request.
 Maintain house and vehicle emergency kits in accordance with company guidelines.
 Document and conduct monthly fire drills and evacuation drills.
 Assure vehicle maintenance current and maintained as w ellas providing consumer transportation.
 Represent the company in a professionalmanner assisting consumers, family members, and guardians
ChristusSanta Rosa Hospital:San Antonio,TX January 27, 2014-June 2014
CertifiedNursingAssistant/Mental HealthTech
 Read and record Vitalsigns for all patient admissions, or patient history and physicalexams.
 Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival by ensuring cleanliness and environment of care standards are being met.
 Collected specimen samples including urine drugs screens (and whateverthey are testing for) for nursing staff.
 Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake of each assigned resident.
 Assisted with transferring residentsin and out of bed, w heelchairs, and adaptive equipment.
 Ensured the safety of the patients w ith psychologicaland behavioralissues to include Mood Disorders, Major Depressive
Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Attention Deficient Hyperactivity Disorder, and other DSM diagnoses.
 Hold daily education, health, and hygiene groups w ith patients
 Conducted contraband checks for allnew admissions and as appropriate for current patients.
 Completed patient inventory of personalbelongings at admission and discharge to ensure patients received all personal
belongings.
 Discontinue IV’s and Foley catheter as ordered by physician.
 Position residents for comfort and to prevent pressure sores.
Achievements
 Employee excellence recognition x 2 (D & S Community July 2015, October 2015).
Education:
 Certified Nursing Assistant, Gary Job Corps, San Marcos, Texas, Date of graduation- May 2006
 High SchoolDiploma, Kingw ood High School, Kingw ood, Texas, Date of graduation- May 2004