Taniya Wood
MI
Summary
Compassionate and dependable Nursing Assistant graduate with hands-on clinical experience in a hospital rehabilitation setting and previous experience in caregiving and healthcare. Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living, mobility and transfers, personal hygiene, vital signs, patient observation, documentation, and maintaining a safe environment. BLS certified with strong communication skills and a patient-centered approach to care.
Overview
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1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Customer Service Associate
Walgreens
04.2024 - Current
- Provide compassionate service to patients in fast-paced pharmacy setting.
- Answer patient questions and route clinical concerns to appropriate pharmacy staff.
- Keep patient information accurate, organized, and confidential in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked pharmacy workspace.
- Work with pharmacy staff to support smooth daily operations.
Medical Assistant Intern
Kidney Health Clinic: Sleep and Kindeys
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Collected patient histories, vital signs, and current concerns through patient interviews.
- Recorded patient details accurately and maintained required healthcare documentation.
- Supported patient communication and routed questions or concerns to appropriate staff.
- Completed charting and additional documentation within required deadlines.
- Arranged specialist appointments and assisted with daily clinical and administrative tasks.
Caregiver
Caretel Inns
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Helped clients with transfers, mobility, and activities of daily living.
- Provided personal care and hygiene support, including bathing, grooming, and oral care.
- Checked and recorded vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Supported daily routines while promoting dignity, independence, and safety.
- Collected and documented medical history, medications, symptoms, and allergies.
Medical Records Associate
Focused Care LLC
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Helped clients update insurance details for vision, dental, and health plans.
- Scanned, organized, and maintained medical and personnel records.
- Answered in-person and phone requests while supported office staff.
Administrative Assistant
Great Lakes Eye Care
- Reviewed and updated customer accounts and medical records for accuracy and completeness.
- Maintained alphabetical and numerical filing systems in organized order.
- Supported employee file management and additional administrative duties.
- Answered multi-line phones, routed calls, delivered messages, and greeted visitors.
- Kept examination rooms stocked with needed supplies.
Education
Medical Assisting -
Ross Medical Education Center
09.2022
Direct Care Worker -
Michigan Workforce Training & Education Collaborative(MWTEC)
08.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -
Michigan Workforce Training & Education Collaborative(MWTEC)
Skills
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Mobility & Transfers
- Infection Prevention
- Compassionate Communication
- Patient Care & Safety
- Personal Hygiene & Grooming
- Dementia/Alzheimer's Support
- HIPAA Compliance
- Vital Signs
- Patient Observation
- Patient Documentation
- CPR/BLS Certified
Clinical Experience
Corewell Health Watervliet Hospital, MI — Nursing Aide Student, 08/2026
- Provided hands-on patient care under the supervision of nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding, dressing, and mobility.
- Obtained and documented vital signs and reported changes in patient condition.
- Practiced safe patient transfers and proper use of mobility equipment.
- Followed infection control, safety, privacy, and patient-care procedures.
Certification
BLS Provider — American Heart Association, 03/2026
Timeline
Pharmacy Customer Service Associate
Walgreens
04.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant Intern
Kidney Health Clinic: Sleep and Kindeys
10.2022 - 11.2023
Caregiver
Caretel Inns
03.2021 - 06.2022
Medical Records Associate
Focused Care LLC
03.2020 - 03.2021
Administrative Assistant
Great Lakes Eye Care
Medical Assisting -
Ross Medical Education Center
Direct Care Worker -
Michigan Workforce Training & Education Collaborative(MWTEC)
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -
Michigan Workforce Training & Education Collaborative(MWTEC)