Tanese Bennett Alexander
Jamaica Queens ,New York
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at ever establishment I have worked both previously and presently. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety while fostering independence. Recognized for implementing effective safety measures, resulting in a significant reduction in fall incidents. Dedicated to delivering high-quality, empathetic care and be able to show off my compassionate and caring personality.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mount Sinai South Nassau
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted in daily patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Supported nursing staff with routine tasks, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas to promote hygiene.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Participated in training sessions to learn best practices for patient care delivery.
- Aided patients with mobility and personal hygiene tasks, fostering independence.
- Collaborated with team members to provide compassionate support for patients' needs.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cliffside Rehabilitation & Residential Healthcare Center
02.2023 - 05.2025
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
- Coordinated with external healthcare providers, ensuring comprehensive care by sharing patient information and updates.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Assisted in daily patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Home Health Aide
Ideal Home Health
11.2019 - 02.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety in home environments.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals for prompt intervention.
- Documented patient care activities accurately, maintaining compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Provided emotional support to clients, fostering a compassionate environment that enhanced overall well-being.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Home Health Aide
Caring Connection Home Care
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety in home environments.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Administered prescribed medications, following strict protocols to maintain patient health.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, fostering trust and communication.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
Education
Certificate - First Aid, BLS (Basic Life Support)
AHA PROVIDER/ ADDT'L CERTIFICATIONS
Valley Stream 2025.05 - Current
Certificate - EkG Technician
New York Center For Medical Assistant Training
153-27 Hillside Ave Jamaica, NY 11432 2025.09 - 2025.10
Phlebotomy Technician ( License By New York State)
Igbans Institute of Vacational Training
216-19 Merrick Blvd, Queens NY 1141303.2023
Certified Nurse Assistant
Fordham Institute Inc
98-27 Jamaica Ave Woodhaven, NY 1142107.2022
Certified Home Health Aide
New York Career Training School
10-32 Beach 20th St, Far Rockaway, NY 11691 06.2019
High School Diploma - Food And Nutrition
Thompson Town High School
Jamaica WI 07.2008
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Bathing assistance
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Electronic charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Mobility assistance
- Companionship and emotional support
- Documenting behaviors
- Feeding assistance
- Positioning patients
- Patient lifting
- Transfer techniques
- Urinary catheter care
- Ambulation assistance
- Healthcare ethics
- Geriatric care
- Responding to emergencies
- Supporting personal needs
- Maintaining privacy
- Trustworthy companion
- Colostomy care
- Feeding assistance expert
- Light housekeeping
- Valid state driver's license
- Care plan implementation
- Preparing meals
- Conducting intakes
- EMR / EHR
- Able to lift number pounds
- Infection control procedures
- Monitoring fluids
- Toileting assistance
- CNA certification
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mount Sinai South Nassau
09.2025 - Current
Certificate - EkG Technician
New York Center For Medical Assistant Training
2025.09 - 2025.10
Certificate - First Aid, BLS (Basic Life Support)
AHA PROVIDER/ ADDT'L CERTIFICATIONS
2025.05 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cliffside Rehabilitation & Residential Healthcare Center
02.2023 - 05.2025
Home Health Aide
Ideal Home Health
11.2019 - 02.2023
Home Health Aide
Caring Connection Home Care
11.2018 - 09.2019
Phlebotomy Technician ( License By New York State)
Igbans Institute of Vacational Training
Certified Nurse Assistant
Fordham Institute Inc
Certified Home Health Aide
New York Career Training School
High School Diploma - Food And Nutrition
Thompson Town High School