Diana Cherono
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable certified nursing assistant with strong background in patient care. Possesses valuable experience in managing patient healthcare, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing patient care quality. Demonstrated skills in compassionate care, flexibility and maintaining safety protocols.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Nurse Aide
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, Texas
07.2023 - Current
- Delivered compassionate nursing care while maintaining professional boundaries and upholding ethical standards within the prison setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Responded to medical emergencies, providing first aid and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Maintained infection control standards to ensure a safe healthcare environment for inmates.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patients.
Direct Support Staff
ResCare Community Living
Lubbock, Texas
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Supported individuals with daily living activities, enhancing personal independence and quality of life.
- Facilitated communication between clients and healthcare teams to ensure coordinated care.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized support plans for clients.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and providing feedback to multidisciplinary teams.
- Advocated for client needs, ensuring access to community resources and services.
Nutrition Intern
Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
Kenya
02.2017 - 12.2017
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized nutrition plans.
- Educated patients on dietary choices and healthy eating practices.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting meal plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Conducted nutritional assessments and provided recommendations to healthcare professionals for optimum patient care.
- Provided compassionate support to clients navigating challenging lifestyle transitions or dealing with chronic health conditions who required specialized nutritional guidance.
Education
No Degree - Nursing Pre-Requisites
Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, Texas01-2026
No Degree - Nursing Pre-Requisites
Abilene Christian University
Abilene, Texas12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition and Dietetics
Masinde Muliro University of Science And Technology
Kenya12-2016
Skills
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective time management
- Compassionate care
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to details
- Critical thinking
- Reliability
- Direct patient care
- Teamwork
Certification
- Nursing Aide
- Basic Life Support
LANGUAGES
English - Proficient
Swahili - Native
Timeline
Correctional Nurse Aide
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
07.2023 - Current
Direct Support Staff
ResCare Community Living
12.2022 - 06.2023
Nutrition Intern
Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
02.2017 - 12.2017
No Degree - Nursing Pre-Requisites
Wayland Baptist University
No Degree - Nursing Pre-Requisites
Abilene Christian University
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition and Dietetics
Masinde Muliro University of Science And Technology