Tawanda Edgar
Rialto,CA
Summary
Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant with good knowledge and understanding of development factors specific to adult and geriatric residents.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
In Home Health Care Support
Bright Expections
Riverside, CA
11.2009 - 12.2011
- Changed sterile dressings.
- Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
- Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
In Home Health Care Support
Private Duty
Colton, CA
05.2006 - 09.2009
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
- Changed sterile dressings.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
- Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Obtained household supplies and ran daily errands.
- Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking.
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients’ condition or environment.
Education
High School Diploma - General
Washington High
1994
Nurseing
Donnelly College
Kansas City, KS2002
Skills
- Compassionate caregiver
- Companionship and emotional support
- Patient-focused care
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Adaptable
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Patient/family focused certification
- Communication skills
- Computer proficient
- Technical school training
Certification
- Home Health Aid Certified (HHA)
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
Timeline
In Home Health Care Support
Bright Expections
11.2009 - 12.2011
In Home Health Care Support
Private Duty
05.2006 - 09.2009
High School Diploma - General
Washington High
Nurseing
Donnelly College