Tjuna Whitson
Danville,KY
Summary
Efficient and reliable CNA with number years experience in a hospital setting. Assisted with technical nursing treatments, supported diagnostic procedures and charted resident records. Interested in a full-time role as a nursing assistant in a top-notch healthcare facility. Skilled Certified Nursing Assistant with good knowledge and understanding of development factors specific to adult and geriatric residents. Certified Nurses Assistant with advanced knowledge of Alzheimer's and dementia. Seeking a long term care position.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Scheduler/Medication Aide
Magnolia Springs Assisted Living
12.2024 - Current
- Managed calendar entries using scheduling software to optimize team availability.
- Schedule nurse aides to there assigned halls.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
- Administered medications to residents following prescribed schedules and safety protocols.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored resident health and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate medication records and documentation compliance.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of medication management practices.
Resident Care/Medication Aide
Cedarhurst of Nicholasville Kentucky
11.2022 - 12.2024
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and well-being in daily activities.
- Assisted medical staff with routine health assessments and medication administration for residents.
- Maintained accurate resident records, promoting effective communication among healthcare teams.
- Facilitated engaging activities that enhanced social interaction and improved residents' quality of life.
- Participated in staff training sessions to continually enhance knowledge and skills in resident care practices.
Medication Aide
Walker's Trail
02.2020 - 04.2022
- Administered medications to residents, ensuring compliance with prescribed dosages and schedules.
- Monitored residents' reactions to medications, reporting any adverse effects promptly.
- Supported daily operations by organizing medication carts and supplies efficiently.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate medication records, enhancing documentation integrity.
Medication Aide
Cedar Hurst at Beaumont Centre
06.2017 - 05.2020
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life
- Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload
- Checked vital signs on [Timeframe] basis and contacted [Job title] regarding any patient health concerns or behavioral changes
- Increased medication knowledge and medical terminology prowess through consistent research and continuing education
- Administered [Type] and [Type] medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects
Nursing Assistant
The Willows at Citation
06.2014 - 07.2017
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation
- Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients' clothing and bedside tables/equipment
Nurse Aide
Thomason Hood Veteran Center
02.2007 - 03.2013
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
- Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.
- Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements.
Education
Kentucky Medication Aide
Licking Valley Tech.
Cynthiana, KY05.2016
Business Management Diploma - Business
National College of Business
Danville KY05.2006
High School Diploma - Commonwealth Studies
Danville High School
Danville, KY 4042205.1999
Skills
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Feeding assistance expert
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Patient-focused care
- Trustworthy companion
- Compassionate
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Committed team player
- Problem resolution capability
- Lab testing and reporting
- Professional bedside manner
- Trustworthy companion
- Vital signs
- Management/Scheduling
- Filing Medical Records
- Team lead
Timeline
Scheduler/Medication Aide
Magnolia Springs Assisted Living
12.2024 - Current
Resident Care/Medication Aide
Cedarhurst of Nicholasville Kentucky
11.2022 - 12.2024
Medication Aide
Walker's Trail
02.2020 - 04.2022
Medication Aide
Cedar Hurst at Beaumont Centre
06.2017 - 05.2020
Nursing Assistant
The Willows at Citation
06.2014 - 07.2017
Nurse Aide
Thomason Hood Veteran Center
02.2007 - 03.2013
High School Diploma - Commonwealth Studies
Danville High School
Kentucky Medication Aide
Licking Valley Tech.
Business Management Diploma - Business
National College of Business
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