Tashana Whyte-Wilson
Tanner Health System
Villa Rica,GA
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise at Tanner Health System, enhancing patient care through vigilant monitoring and effective communication. Skilled in medical terminology and HIPAA compliance, I promote patient independence and safety, significantly reducing fall incidents while fostering a compassionate environment. A reliable team player committed to delivering exceptional care.
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
5 Years 9 Months- Monitored vital signs and reported changes promptly to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding needs.
- Supported safe transfers, ambulation, and positioning using proper body mechanics.
- Documented care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained infection prevention standards through sanitation and hand hygiene practices.
- Responded quickly to patient call lights and comfort requests.
- Communicated patient concerns clearly during shift handoff and care updates.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- 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.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
High School Diploma
Skills
Patient care
HIPAA compliance
Reliable team player
Direct patient care
Medical terminology
Adaptable
Certification
Certified nurse assistant
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tanner Health System
01.2021 - CurrentRead More
West Georgia Technical College
Associate of Science from Medical Laboratory Technology
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Waterford High School
High School Diploma
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