Tanisha Brown
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Dependable caregiver with a strong background in elder care, home care support, and infection control. Recognized for time management, attention to detail, and calm crisis response. Committed to accurate charting, resident comfort, and respectful end-of-life support.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kern River Transitional Care
Bakersfield, California
05.2024 - Current
- Supported transitional care residents in bathing, grooming, and daily hygiene to enhance personal dignity and well-being.
- Repositioned residents to support comfort, skin care, and safe mobility.
- Documented care activities in charting systems with accuracy and timeliness.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Responded to call lights and assisted residents with toileting needs.
- Followed infection control procedures across Kern River Transitional Care care areas.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Delivered compassionate care and effective communication to residents and families regarding issues surrounding death and dying, fostering a supportive environment.
- Administered comfort measures, including back rubs and strategic pillow positioning, to promote resident comfort and alleviate discomfort.
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
Bakersfield, California
07.2021 - Current
- Prepared meals and followed dietary instructions for In Home Supportive Services consumers.
- Supported medication reminders and daily routine schedules for homebound clients.
- Performed light housekeeping to maintain clean and safe living spaces.
- Accompanied clients to medical appointments and community errands.
- Provided companionship and emotional support during daily in-home care visits.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Cashier
WinCo Foods
Bakersfield, California
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Processed customer purchases at WinCo Foods checkout lanes
- Handled cash, cards, and EBT payments with accuracy
- Greeted shoppers and answered questions about store products
- Directed customers to departments and service areas
- Cleaned checkout area and stocked bagging supplies
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Maintenance Assistant
better maintenance services
Bakersfield, California
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Assisted better maintenance services crews with routine repair and maintenance tasks.
- Contributed to maintenance of safe conditions within facility by mopping up wet spots on floor and sweeping up broken glass
- sweeping, mopping, buffing floors
- cleaned meat department , store foors and bothrooms.
Education
Cna License - Cna
Cellan Central Valley College
Bakersfield, CA03-2024
Skills
- Vital signs assessment
- Patient charting
- Infection control
- Personal care assistance
- Safe transfers
- Geriatric support
- In-home assistance
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Crisis response
- HIPAA compliance
- Adaptable
- Positioning patients
- End-of-life care
- Effective communication
- Compassionate
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kern River Transitional Care
05.2024 - Current
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
07.2021 - Current
Cashier
WinCo Foods
08.2019 - 01.2020
Maintenance Assistant
better maintenance services
09.2018 - 07.2019
Cna License - Cna
Cellan Central Valley College