Tiesha Elder
Dyersburg,TN
Summary
Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant with 5+ years in hospital, long-term care, and correctional healthcare. Proficient in patient care, clinical documentation, and multidisciplinary support. Holds an Associate of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Technology with hands-on experience in laboratory testing, specimen processing, and quality control. Combines patient-focused care with technical laboratory expertise for safe, accurate, and efficient healthcare delivery.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Records Clerk/Mental Health Certified Nursing Assistant
Northwest Correctional Complex
Tiptonville, TN
04.2018 - Current
- Effectively handle paperwork, phone communication, and computer-based tasks in a timely manner.
Compliance Manager
Northwest Correctional Complex
Tiptonville, TN
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Conducted audit charting for annual and quarterly audits. Assisted with secretarial responsibilities, medical records, and directed phone calls. Scheduled appointments, maintained all files and schedules, processed purchase orders, and produced consult reports.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Tennova Dyersburg Regional Hospital
Dyersburg, TN
11.2016 - 03.2019
- Provide essential care to patients by attending to their personal hygiene, grooming, and feeding requirements, while also assisting them with daily tasks such as transferring.
Cna
The Bridge of Ridgely
Ridgely, TN
04.2016 - 11.2017
- Daily bath and grooming with the elders
- Assist with activities of daily living
- Observe and report any changes to the charge nurse.
Education
Associate's degree - Medical Laboratory Technician
Jackson State Community College
Jackson, TN05.2025
Technology - Cosmetology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Newbern
Newbern, TN03.2021
Technology - Patient Care Technician
TN COLLEGE OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY
Bells, TN04.2016
Technology - General Office
TN College of Applied Technology
Ripley, TN04.2016
GED - undefined
Dyersburg State Community College
01.2009
Skills
- CNA
- Customer service
- Medical Office Experience (3 years)
- Venipuncture
- Medical Records (3 years)
- Vital Signs
- Medical Scheduling
- Vital signs
- Medical records
- Laboratory Experience Intern
- Specimen collection
- Lab testing
- Laboratory safety protocols
Certification
- American Medical Technologist June 2026 to June 2028
- CNA Certification December 2015 to December 2025
- CPR October 2023 to October 2025
Timeline
Compliance Manager
Northwest Correctional Complex
08.2022 - 04.2023
Medical Records Clerk/Mental Health Certified Nursing Assistant
Northwest Correctional Complex
04.2018 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Tennova Dyersburg Regional Hospital
11.2016 - 03.2019
Cna
The Bridge of Ridgely
04.2016 - 11.2017
Associate's degree - Medical Laboratory Technician
Jackson State Community College
Technology - Cosmetology
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Newbern
Technology - Patient Care Technician
TN COLLEGE OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY
Technology - General Office
TN College of Applied Technology
GED - undefined
Dyersburg State Community College