TanJaNeka "Tanjie" Blackwell
South Hill,VA
Summary
Professional with solid expertise in exercise science and physiological assessment. Proven ability to design and implement effective exercise programs, optimize physical performance, and enhance patient outcomes. Strong team collaborator known for adaptability and achieving results. Skilled in clinical evaluations, personalized fitness plans, and health education. Reliable and flexible with changing needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Exercise Physiologist Phase II
VCU Community Memorial Hospital
South Hill, VA
06.2023 - Current
- Adjust exercise intensity based on vitals and symptoms of patients to ensure safe progression.
- Lead exercises and strengthening exercises with dumbbells, resistance bands, and balance exercises.
- Lead cool down stretches prior to workout.
- Improve clients overall fitness by designing and implementing personalized exercise programs tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Develop personalized exercise programs to enhance patient mobility and overall health.
- Educate patients on lifestyle modifications to improve cardiovascular health and reduce risk factors.
- Monitor patient for ECG changes, cardiac arrhythmias, blood pressure and symptoms before, during and after exercise.
- Deliver exercise guidance to patients recovering from heart attack, lung cancer, stroke and other major health crises to rebuild strength and endurance.
- Tracked and evaluated patient progress with respect to treatment goals.
- Ensure safe workout environment by enforcing proper exercise techniques and maintaining up-to-date equipment in the facility.
Certified Exercise Physiologist Phase III
VCU Community Memorial Hospital
South Hill, VA
06.2023 - Current
- Supervise individualized exercise sessions.
- Teach patients proper equipment to build confidence and independence.
- Maintain a clean, safe facility by sanitizing equipment and ensure readiness for patient use.
- Process monthly program payments.
- Foster a strong rapport with patients transitioning from Phase II to Phase III.
Basketball Coach
Lunenburg Middle School
Victoria, VA
11.2021 - Current
- Schedule and organize team practices.
- Educate players on the fundamentals of the sport.
- Customize practice plans for duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes a day.
- Supervise practices and games to ensure players remain safe.
- Manage court care maintenance.
- Monitor student athlete academic progress.
- Establish positive relationships with students, parents, and faculty to foster a supportive environment.
- Evaluate game footage to provide constructive feedback and drive player growth initiatives.
- Evaluate individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assign team positions to maximize talent areas.
Store Clerk/Pharmacy Technician
Smith’s Pharmacy
Kenbridge, VA
03.2016 - Current
- Navigate patients to pharmacists to get questions about medication answered.
- Calculate dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Promote patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Consult with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
- Stock, label, and inventory medication to keep accurate records.
- Answer incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Kinesiology
Longwood University
Farmville, VA05-2023
Skills
- Collecting vital signs
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Exercise prescription
- Balance training
- Monitoring telemetry
- Demonstrating exercise safety
- Reliability
- Relationship building
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Certified Exercise Physiologist American College of Sports Medicine January 2025-Present
- CPR American Heart Association. September 2021-Present
- Licensed Pharmacy Technician. February 2021-Present
Timeline
Certified Exercise Physiologist Phase II
VCU Community Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Certified Exercise Physiologist Phase III
VCU Community Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Basketball Coach
Lunenburg Middle School
11.2021 - Current
Store Clerk/Pharmacy Technician
Smith’s Pharmacy
03.2016 - Current
Bachelors of Science - Kinesiology
Longwood University