TANISHA GARTH
Pasadena
Summary
Compassionate and reliable healthcare professional with over 10 years of hands-on experience in medication administration, patient care, and daily living assistance. Skilled in fostering positive relationships with patients and families while maintaining strict adherence to confidentiality and safety protocols. Dedicated to enhancing patient comfort, dignity, and overall wellness in diverse care settings.
Experienced with medication administration, patient care, and healthcare protocols. Utilizes strong attention to detail and adherence to safety guidelines to ensure effective medication management. Track record of supporting healthcare teams and maintaining accurate patient records.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medication Technician / Shift Lead / Caregiver
Pasadena Highlands
05.2014 - Current
- Accurately prepare and administer medications following MAR guidelines and provider instructions.
- Maintain and update EMR documentation to ensure accuracy and prevent dosage duplication.
- Conduct regular medication inventory counts and reorders to maintain adequate supplies.
- Supervise and assist staff in patient care routines to ensure compliance with safety and care standards.
- Provide assistance with feeding, hygiene, mobility, and other daily living activities for residents.
- Monitor and report changes in patient condition to medical and nursing staff promptly.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules, ensuring patient safety and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Monitored patient responses to medications, documenting changes and reporting concerns to nursing staff promptly.
Caregiver / Companion
Right At Home Senior Care
04.2014 - 08.2016
- Delivered personalized in-home support, companionship, and daily living assistance.
- Provided medication reminders, meal preparation, grooming, and mobility support.
- Fostered emotional well-being through conversation, activities, and compassionate engagement.
- Monitored nutritional intake and encouraged healthy habits for seniors and disabled clients.
- Ensured patient comfort and safety while maintaining respect for individual dignity.
- Assisted clients with mobility and personal hygiene, ensuring safety and dignity in care.
- Provided compassionate support for daily living activities, enhancing client comfort and well-being.
Private Caregiver
Private Residence
06.2012 - 11.2013
- Supported clients with personal hygiene, dressing, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Built trusting relationships through emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with household chores, errands, and daily routines to promote independence and comfort.
- Monitored patients’ physical and emotional health and communicated changes to family members.
- Provided personalized care and assistance with daily living activities to enhance client comfort and independence.
- Administered medication and monitored health conditions, ensuring adherence to prescribed healthcare plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Forest Park High School
Forest Park, GASchool of Culinary Arts
GERMANYSkills
- Medication Administration & Inventory Control
- Patient Care & Daily Living Assistance
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Management
- Privacy & Confidentiality (HIPAA Compliance)
- First Aid & CPR Certified
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Organization & Time Management
- Leadership & Team Coordination
Certification
- Medication Technician Certificate – Pasadena, CA
- Certified Medication Technician (CMT)
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Timeline
Medication Technician / Shift Lead / Caregiver
Pasadena Highlands
05.2014 - Current
Caregiver / Companion
Right At Home Senior Care
04.2014 - 08.2016
Private Caregiver
Private Residence
06.2012 - 11.2013
High School Diploma -
Forest Park High School
School of Culinary Arts