CHANIA STARR TYLER-SWABY
Dundalk
Summary
Patient-focused GNA/CNA with experience supporting residents and patients in long-term care, rehabilitation, and multi-facility clinical environments. Strong background in patient mobility, safe transfers, fall prevention, infection control, and HIPAA compliance. Reliable and calm under pressure with excellent communication and teamwork skills. Currently completing coursework at CCBC while pursuing a long-term career in Radiography and Diagnostic Imaging, with interest in supporting imaging teams through patient preparation, safety, and workflow assistance.
Offering caring and patient-focused approach, eager to learn and develop in healthcare environment. Brings ability to quickly understand patient needs and contributes to maintaining clean and safe environment. Ready to use and develop skills in patient care and support in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Per Diem GNA
ConnectRN (Agency)
07.2025 - Current
- Provide dependable patient care support in long-term care and hospice settings through per diem assignments.
- Assist with mobility, hygiene, feeding, and comfort measures while supporting a calm, respectful patient experience.
- Communicate effectively with nursing staff to support continuity of care and safe patient handling.
GNA / Healthcare Support Professional (Agency)
ShiftMed
08.2024 - Current
- Provide bedside patient support across multiple facilities, adapting quickly to different workflows, documentation expectations, and patient needs.
- Assist patients with mobility support, transfers, ambulation, and safe positioning to improve comfort and reduce fall risk.
- Support patient safety protocols, including infection control, PPE use, and maintaining clean, organized patient areas.
- Observe patient conditions and promptly report concerns or changes to nursing staff to support timely interventions.
- Maintain professionalism and patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and facility standards.
GNA
St. Elizabeth’s Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Supported rehabilitation and long-term care residents with ADLs, mobility assistance, and restorative care support.
- Assisted with safe transfers, ambulation, and patient comfort while maintaining dignity and professionalism.
- Documented care tasks and communicated relevant updates to licensed nursing staff.
- Helped maintain a clean and safe environment aligned with infection prevention and fall reduction standards.
CNA/GNA
Complete Care
Dundalk, MD
12.2022 - 08.2024
- Delivered daily care to residents including personal hygiene, feeding support, mobility assistance, and routine comfort needs.
- Supported resident safety through attentive observation, fall prevention practices, and prompt communication with nurses.
- Assisted residents with bedtime preparation, safe positioning, and maintaining a consistent routine.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards to support quality care and patient well-being.
Education
College Coursework - Radiography (X-Ray Technology) / Diagnostic Imaging
Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC)
Baltimore County, MD01.2026
Skills
- Patient Transport & Mobility Support
- Safe Transfers (Gait Belt / Assistive Devices)
- Patient Safety & Fall Prevention
- Infection Control & PPE Compliance
- HIPAA & Confidentiality
- ADLs (Bathing, Grooming, Toileting, Dressing)
- Feeding & Nutritional Support
- Dementia & Rehab Support
- Patient Observation & Reporting Changes
- Room Turnover & Cleanliness Standards
- Team Communication & Dependability
- Calm Under Pressure / Professional Presence
- Data interpretation
- Competitive intelligence
- Willingness to learn
Certification
- CPR / BLS Certified
- First Aid Certified
Timeline
GNA
St. Elizabeth’s Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
07.2025 - 09.2025
Per Diem GNA
ConnectRN (Agency)
07.2025 - Current
GNA / Healthcare Support Professional (Agency)
ShiftMed
08.2024 - Current
CNA/GNA
Complete Care
12.2022 - 08.2024
College Coursework - Radiography (X-Ray Technology) / Diagnostic Imaging
Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC)
AWARDS
Valedictorian — CNA Training Program