Tia Thomas
Pinole,CA
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Nursing Home
Walnut Creek, CA
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
CASHIER
Cinemark Century Theater
HILLTOP PLAZA, RICHMOND, CA
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
Barista
Starbuck
15521 SAN PABLO AVENUE, RICHMOND, CA
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
Education
ART - ANIMATION
California State University - East Bay
Hayward, CAART - ANIMATION
Berkeley City College
Berkeley, CANursing Assistance
Quest Nursing Education Center
917 Harrison Street, Oakland, CA08.2022
High School Diploma -
Realm Charter High School
Berkeley, CA05.2018
Skills
- Care Plan Implementation
- Direct Patient Care
- Conducting Intakes
- Patient Lifting
- Condition Monitoring
- Mobility Assistance
- Transporting Patients
- Activity Coordination
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Reliable Team Player
- Light Housekeeping
- Compassionate Caregiver
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Nursing Home
09.2022 - 11.2023
CASHIER
Cinemark Century Theater
03.2022 - 08.2022
Barista
Starbuck
10.2021 - 03.2022
ART - ANIMATION
California State University - East Bay
ART - ANIMATION
Berkeley City College
Nursing Assistance
Quest Nursing Education Center
High School Diploma -
Realm Charter High School