Cheryl Tinsley
Williamsburg,Virginia
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Patient-focused Job Title with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Contractor Self Employed
Williamsburg, VA
01.2021 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Williamsburg Landing
10.1988 - 11.2020
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for residents in clinical setting working with the charge nurse and Drs. To make sure independent residents need were meet and supported, while living independently.
- Cared for residents in memory support unit to meet the needs at early and late stage of dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Food Service Worker
Burger King
Williamsburg, VA
10.1984 - 04.1990
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Education
Certified Nurse Assistant -
Career Development Center
Newport News, VA1988
Lafayette High School Williamsburg
Williamsburg, VA06.1987
Skills
- Observation Documentation
- First Aid
- Oral Hygiene
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Recording Vital Signs
- Patient Safety Management
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Performing Patient Intakes
- Intake Recording
- Biological Specimen Handling
- Activity Planning
- Disability Care
- Measuring Bodily Fluids
- Alcohol Rubs
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Documenting Behaviors
- Medical Record Charting Software
- ADLs Assistance
- Patient Relationship-Building
- Palliative Care
- Wound Care
- Symptom Documentation
- Speaking
- Nutrition and Diet
- Memory Improvement
- Quality Patient Care
- Observing Responses
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Active Listening
- Responding to Emergencies
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Medicines
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Trustworthy Companion
- Infection Control
- Documentation Procedures Expertise
- Medical Records Management
- Medication Assistance
- Transporting Patients
- Patient Assessments
- Inpatient Care
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Bed Making and Linen Changes
- Feeding Assistance Expertise
- Monitoring
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Meal Planning
- Light Housekeeping
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Medical Procedures Understanding
- Reading Comprehension
- Bed Transfers
- Geriatrics
- Family Support and Assistance
- Calm Under Stress
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Contractor Self Employed
01.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Williamsburg Landing
10.1988 - 11.2020
Food Service Worker
Burger King
10.1984 - 04.1990
Certified Nurse Assistant -
Career Development Center
Lafayette High School Williamsburg
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