Tongelayah Lagroon
Calhoun Falls,SC
Summary
Motivated Nursing student seeking Full-Time Position in NICU, ICU, Aesthetics, or ED to gain hands-on experience. I am detail-oriented, personable, and compassionate with superior communication skills. Devoted commitment to building relationships. educating, and giving memorable positive experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
READI 2 Work: Nursing Pipeline Program
Prisma Health Richland
Columbia, SC
08.2022 - Current
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis or blood draws under supervision from a licensed nurse.
- Performed patient assessments, including vital signs and physical exams.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with patients through active listening skills.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
Certified Nursing Assistant(PRN)
Team Force Care One
Greenville
11.2019 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs
- Provided care to patients throughout the lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and culture
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
Hair Braider/Cosmetologist
Self-employed
Greenwood/Columbia
09.2019 - Current
- Braided hair in regular natural braids, box braids, with extensions and Senegalese twist
- Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices
- Recommended products to extend the life of hairstyles and hair growth
- Distributed business cards outside of the salon to generate new business
- Organized sales area and workstation to showcase products and boost sales
- Perform proper disinfection and sterilizing techniques for tools and workplace
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC05-2024
Nursing Student
SC Stand Up: The Diversity Academy
Columbia, SC04-2024
High School Diploma -
Greenwood High School
Greenwood, SC06.2021
Associate of Arts -
Piedmont Technical College
Greenwood, SC05.2021
Skills
- Active Listening
- Calm Under Pressure
- Analytical
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Great communication
- Excellent customer service
- Ability to adapt quickly
- Build rapport quickly
- Willingness to learn new things
- Home Health Care
- Compassionate Care
Affiliations
- President of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc; Delta Eta Alpha Beta Chapter (2023-present)
- President of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.; Psi Eta Chapter (2022-present
- NAACP (2022-present)
- USC-Columbia Nursing Association(2021-present)
- Undergraduate Chair and Member of Midland Black Nurses Associates (2021-present)
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant License
- Human Resource Management Certificate
- Program Planning Certificate
- Health Promotion Certificate
- Community Assessment Certificate
- Hair Braider License
- Cosmetologist License
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) with AHA
Accomplishments
- Dean’s List at USC Columbia
Community Service
- Can Food Drive
- Giftbox for Kids in need
- Breast Cancer Panel
- Clothing Donations
- Blanket Donations
- Flu Shot Clinic
- Blood Pressure Screenings
- Morningside Assist Living Facility
Timeline
READI 2 Work: Nursing Pipeline Program
Prisma Health Richland
08.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant(PRN)
Team Force Care One
11.2019 - Current
Hair Braider/Cosmetologist
Self-employed
09.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Nursing Student
SC Stand Up: The Diversity Academy
High School Diploma -
Greenwood High School
Associate of Arts -
Piedmont Technical College
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