Tamiko Pinckney
Awendaw
Summary
Highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCT Surgical Observation Unit
Medical University Of South Carolina
Charleston
05.2022 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Monitored patient interactions to promote safety and quality care.
- Facilitated communication between staff, patients, and families for effective care delivery.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing such as urine samples and blood draws.
Administrative Assistant
Medical University Of South Carolina
Charleston
05.2022 - 12.2024
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Created travel arrangements and distributed travel details to appropriate personnel.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
- Set up workshops, conferences and meetings by scheduling and reserving rooms and preparing supplies.
- Ordered stock items according to established ordering parameters while maintaining budgetary constraints.
- Processed invoices, credit memos, returns, and adjustments as required.
Patient Transporter
Trident Medical Center
Charleston
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted patients with mobility to and from various departments.
- Coordinated transport schedules to ensure timely patient transfers.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of transport equipment and vehicles.
- Communicated effectively with nursing staff regarding patient needs.
- Monitored patient comfort during transportation between locations.
- Provided support to emergency response teams during critical situations.
- Documented patient transport details accurately in electronic systems.
- Trained new staff on safe transportation practices and procedures.
- Followed all safety guidelines while transporting patients in a wheelchair or bed.
- Greeted patient and explained transport plan and destination.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare personnel regarding patient care needs.
- Assisted nurses with patient transfers, using proper body mechanics and safety measures.
- Checked all medical documents for accuracy prior to transporting patients.
- Collected patient information from nursing staff prior to transport.
- Assisted patients with entering and exiting vehicles, and transferring from or to wheelchairs or stretchers.
- Monitored vital signs during transport when required by the facility or physician orders.
- Delivered specimens to laboratory departments according to established procedures.
CNA
Wellmore of Daniel Island
Charleston
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance patient well-being.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers efficiently.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
Nurse Assistant
Lexington Medical Center
Columbia
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff members.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
CNA
Emory Healthcare
Decatur
10.2013 - 03.2015
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance patient well-being.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff members.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
CNA
Sadie G. Mays Health & Rehabilitation Center
Atlanta
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance patient well-being.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff members.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on health management and self-care techniques effectively.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Nursing Assistant
HealthSouth
Columbia
05.2012 - 10.2012
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Protected patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
- Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
- Completed daily room cleaning and organizing to provide patients with clean environment.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing such as urine samples and blood draws.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
Home Health Aide
Bright Star Home Health
Charleston
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Staffing Coordinator
Bewell Home Services
Mt. Pleasant
04.2009 - 05.2011
- Managed recruitment processes and candidate screening
- Facilitated training sessions for new hires
- Monitored employee performance and provided feedback
- Implemented onboarding processes for seamless integration
- Maintained accurate records of staff credentials and certifications
- Kept track of timekeeping responsibilities and employee time off requests when completing schedules.
- Facilitated orientation sessions for new hires.
- Assisted in new hire process by calling and scheduling appointments with candidates, filling out required paperwork and preparing manuals.
- Reviewed resumes submitted by applicants against job requirements.
- Provided support during new employee interviews and orientations.
- Monitored performance of temporary staff members throughout their assignment duration.
- Located ways to expedite candidate screening and hiring processes to promptly fill staff vacancies.
Resident Assistant
Summit Of Daniel Island
Charleston
04.2005 - 10.2005
- Made beds daily and performed light housekeeping duties in resident apartments and common areas.
- Aided residents with ambulation or walker, cane and wheelchair use.
- Monitored assigned areas for cleanliness and security purposes.
- Welcomed new residents and assisted with community adjustment.
- Transported residents to activities and meals.
- Developed positive relationships with all members of the residence hall community.
- Managed administrative tasks, maintenance requests, room change process and incident reports.
- Responded to emergency situations within the residence hall.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
Education
High School Diploma -
Garrett High School
Charleston, SC03-2015
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Data entry
- Patient monitoring
- Specimen collection
- Vital sign assessment
- Patient transport
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem solving
- PPE use
- MS office
Affiliations
- Singing
- Doing hair
- Helping at church
Certification
- BLS
- CNA Certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
PCT Surgical Observation Unit
Medical University Of South Carolina
05.2022 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Medical University Of South Carolina
05.2022 - 12.2024
Patient Transporter
Trident Medical Center
09.2021 - 05.2022
CNA
Wellmore of Daniel Island
01.2019 - 07.2019
Nurse Assistant
Lexington Medical Center
02.2017 - 02.2018
CNA
Emory Healthcare
10.2013 - 03.2015
CNA
Sadie G. Mays Health & Rehabilitation Center
01.2013 - 06.2013
Nursing Assistant
HealthSouth
05.2012 - 10.2012
Staffing Coordinator
Bewell Home Services
04.2009 - 05.2011
Home Health Aide
Bright Star Home Health
01.2009 - 12.2011
Resident Assistant
Summit Of Daniel Island
04.2005 - 10.2005
High School Diploma -
Garrett High School
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