TATIANA HARRIS
South Holland
Summary
Patient-focused Registered Nurse with strong acute-care and ICU experience as a CNA and proven leadership as the owner and operator of a nursing staffing agency. Brings hands-on clinical skills, excellent judgment, and real-world healthcare management experience. Adept at patient safety, interdisciplinary collaboration, and fast-paced clinical environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & Administrator
Caring for Others Integrity Staffing
03.2021 - 08.2024
- Founded and operated a nurse-led staffing agency providing CNA and nursing support to healthcare facilities
- Oversaw staffing coordination, scheduling, onboarding, and compliance
- Ensured adherence to state regulations, infection control standards, and patient safety protocols
- Supported clinical staff with proper documentation, scope-of-practice guidelines, and quality care expectations
- Communicated with facilities to ensure staffing needs were met and care standards maintained
- Developed strong leadership, clinical decision-making, and operational management skills
Certified Nursing Assistant – Intensive Care Units
Chicago Reed Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Performed vital signs, 15-minute safety checks, and close patient monitoring
- Assisted with feeding, bathing, toileting, and incontinence care
- Supported patient mobility, positioning, and comfort
- Maintained infection control and safety standards in ICU environment
- Provided compassionate care to critically ill patients and families
Certified Nursing Assistant
RML Specialty Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Collected and documented vital signs, intake & output, daily weights
- Assisted with EKGs, charting, and bedside patient care
- Performed bed baths, linen changes, and BSC assistance
- Collaborated with nursing staff in a high-acuity setting
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Conducted frequent patient monitoring and safety checks
- Assisted with EKGs, charting, hygiene, and nutritional support
- Ensured patient comfort, dignity, and safety
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Northwestern College
Bridgeview, IL05-2018
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
Country Club Hills, IL06-2010
Skills
- Patient assessment & monitoring
- Vital signs & EKG assistance
- Infection control & safety compliance
- Intake & output documentation
- Electronic health records (EHR)
- ADLs & patient mobility
- Fall prevention & patient safety
- Leadership & staff coordination
- Strong communication & teamwork
- Critical thinking & clinical judgment
- Fast learner & adaptable
- Compassionate, patient-centered care
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Newly Licensed
- CPR Instructor
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Active
Timeline
Founder & Administrator
Caring for Others Integrity Staffing
03.2021 - 08.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant – Intensive Care Units
Chicago Reed Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
RML Specialty Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2018
Associate Degree - Nursing
Northwestern College
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School