Tawanda Wilson
Alexandria,LA
Summary
Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Cabrini Hospital, enhancing patient safety and well-being through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care coordination, I successfully reduced fall incidents and contributed to a positive team culture, ensuring high-quality care in dynamic environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA, Float Pool
Cabrini Hospital
06.2020 - 01.2025
- Improved patient safety by performing regular room checks to ensure a clean, hazard-free environment was maintained at all times.
- Reduced fall incidents by regularly monitoring patients'' movements and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by seamlessly transitioning between various units within the hospital based on fluctuating staffing needs.
- Supported patients'' mobility by safely transferring them to and from beds, wheelchairs, or other equipment.
- Enhanced the overall well-being of patients through assisting with personal hygiene tasks and grooming.
- Supported continuity of care by effectively communicating patient updates during shift handoffs with fellow CNAs and nursing staff members.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures to ensure proper healing and infection control measures were followed.
- Assisted nurses during medical emergencies by providing prompt response time and following established guidelines for patient care procedures.
- Contributed to a positive team culture by actively participating in staff meetings, sharing ideas for process improvements, and providing constructive feedback to colleagues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
CNA, Float Pool
Alternative Concept Care Services
12.2017 - 10.2019
- Aided nurses with medication administration tasks as needed, ensuring accuracy in dosage calculations and adherence to schedules.
- Expedited mealtime routines for patients who required feeding assistance, promoting optimal nutrition levels while preserving dignity during mealtimes.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult medical procedures or treatments, easing their anxiety and stress levels.
CNA, Float Pool
Hilltop Nursing Home
10.2015 - 10.2019
- Streamlined patient admissions and discharges by efficiently preparing rooms, gathering required paperwork, and coordinating necessary transportation.
- Promoted a positive environment for patients, family members, and staff through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain current knowledge of best practices in nursing care and stay up-to-date on regulatory changes.
- Improved patient care by providing consistent and compassionate assistance in daily living activities.
CNA, Float Pool
Lexington House
07.2014 - 11.2016
- Streamlined patient admissions and discharges by efficiently preparing rooms, gathering required paperwork, and coordinating necessary transportation.
- Promoted a positive environment for patients, family members, and staff through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain current knowledge of best practices in nursing care and stay up-to-date on regulatory changes.
- Improved patient care by providing consistent and compassionate assistance in daily living activities.
CNA, Float Pool
Matthew’s Memorial Health Care
03.2012 - 11.2014
- Improved patient safety by performing regular room checks to ensure a clean, hazard-free environment was maintained at all times.
- Reduced fall incidents by regularly monitoring patients'' movements and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by seamlessly transitioning between various units within the hospital based on fluctuating staffing needs.
- Supported patients'' mobility by safely transferring them to and from beds, wheelchairs, or other equipment.
- Enhanced the overall well-being of patients through assisting with personal hygiene tasks and grooming.
- Supported continuity of care by effectively communicating patient updates during shift handoffs with fellow CNAs and nursing staff members.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures to ensure proper healing and infection control measures were followed.
- Assisted nurses during medical emergencies by providing prompt response time and following established guidelines for patient care procedures.
- Contributed to a positive team culture by actively participating in staff meetings, sharing ideas for process improvements, and providing constructive feedback to colleagues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
Education
Ged - Ged
Akins
Alexandra La05.1999
Skills
- Bathing assistance
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate care
- Patient care coordination
- Healthcare ethics
- Patient transportation
Certification
Cna certified
Bls
Timeline
CNA, Float Pool
Cabrini Hospital
06.2020 - 01.2025
CNA, Float Pool
Alternative Concept Care Services
12.2017 - 10.2019
CNA, Float Pool
Hilltop Nursing Home
10.2015 - 10.2019
CNA, Float Pool
Lexington House
07.2014 - 11.2016
CNA, Float Pool
Matthew’s Memorial Health Care
03.2012 - 11.2014
Ged - Ged
Akins