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Tamarra D.

Tamarra D.

$48.00 / hr

Roslyn, NY

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About Tamarra

I believe that I am a great caregiver because this term represents two different concepts that I am passionate about: care and giving. One of the most vital characteristics of a dedicated caregiver is the ability to provide comfort to individuals who need it most, and the most rewarding byproduct of this field is the gratitude and appreciation I perceive from the patients. I became a caregiver for two main reasons; primarily because the ability to assist others appeals to me. The other reason why I entered this field is because ever since I was young, I have appreciated the efforts of caregivers around me who altruistically performed their duties for both relatives and acquaintances. There's a difference between providing a service and providing a service with a full heart and with the intent to not only perform a duty, but to also be human. I recognize that this is a stressful time in the client lives, and that during the present, it is most important to give them the attention that they require in order to heal both physically and even mentally. What I am particularly proud of in terms of my achievements are that I achieved my intended goals and wanting to obtain an Associate Degree as a registered nurse. This is something that I always wanted to accomplish, and as I am currently working on my BSN. My perseverance have surprised even myself, as I did not know that I was this passionate about my career and that expanding it to its full potential would give me so much pleas

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Bathing
  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Toileting
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • Transferring & Mobility
  • Companionship

Job Interests

  • Full Time

Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

Skills & Expertise

  • ALS
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cardiovascular Disorders
  • Diabetes
  • Gastrointestinal Disorders
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Hospice Care
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Orthopedic Care
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Post Surgery Recovery
  • Renal and Urological Disorders
  • Respiratory Disorders
  • Stroke
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English
  • French

Experience & Education

RN/ Private Duty nursing

Jul 2000 - Sep 2016
PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT NURSING, Bohemia, New York
• Act as liaison nurse in fulfilling a commitment to strategic patient management care, with a focus on medical – surgical conditions broad in scope. Service hospitals and rehabilitative centers including St. Francis Hospital, North Shore Manhasset and Long Island Jewish. Work with floor nurse; communicate with physicians, and serve as advocate to a diverse patient population. • Manage patient care including pre-operative and postoperative care, and hospital discharge. • Monitor patient diagnosis; follow-up with nursing staff and physician. Intense interaction with patient and family in providing education and disease process characteristics, and understanding of patient care agenda.
Jul 2000 - Sep 2016

Felician College

Jun 2014 - Jul 2015
Jun 2014 - Jul 2015

RN/ Home care visting nurse

May 2012 - Dec 2014
TOTAL HEALTHCARE STAFFING, Bellmore, New York
• Serve as key contributor in navigating the healthcare system, with a focus on providing comfort care and compassion to nine terminally ill patients; attentive to patient’s pain, symptoms, emotional and spiritual needs. Cognizant of protecting patient’s integrity through their last stages of life. Interact with families.• Perform nursing care and physical assessments; administer medications and insure medication adherence. • Respond / assist in the treatment of patient’s pain management needs. Chart patient’s change of status, hourly.
May 2012 - Dec 2014

Eastwick College

Dec 2011 - Dec 2013
Dec 2011 - Dec 2013
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