Tonya Coleman
Leesville
Summary
Team-driven professional, organizing great recreational activities and building lasting relationships. Multitasking Life Enrichment Coordinator offering compassion and respect while communicating effectively. Creative in developing activities and expeditions that spark interest.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Enrichment Coordinator
Presbyterian Communities Of South Carolina
Lexington, SC
12.2021 - Current
- Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and implementing a diverse range of activities, events, and programs.
- Developed customized care plans for residents, ensuring their individual needs were met through tailored life enrichment programs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess resident preferences and develop personalized activities that promoted physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
- Increased family involvement in life enrichment activities by hosting special events and maintaining open lines of communication with residents'' loved ones.
- Established strong relationships with community partners to bring additional resources and opportunities to enrich the lives of residents.
- Coordinated transportation logistics for off-site excursions, maximizing accessibility for all interested residents while ensuring safety protocols were maintained at all times.
- Coordinated holiday decorating of facility, garnering help of residents and volunteer staff.
- Provided one-on-one programs and activities for residents unable to participate in group settings.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Presbyterian Communities Of South Carolina
Lexington, SC
08.2017 - 12.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- 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.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Lifelong Learning Center
Batesburg, SC12-2013
Diploma -
Batesburg-Leesville High School
Batesburg-leesville, SC06-1993
Skills
Activity Coordination
Documentation And Reporting
Innovation and Creativity
Assessment and Evaluation
Creative Program Development
Scheduling oversight
Monthly event calendars
Activity Planning
Records Management
Effective collaboration and interaction
Documentation
Activity research and implementation
Policies and Procedures Enforcement
Attention to Detail
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Problem-solving abilities
- Continuous Improvement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Written Communication
- Program Evaluation
Accomplishments
I received an reward for Rookie of the year at a SCAPA Conference in 2022. I also am a Activities Board Certified Professional that I received in October of 2025.
Timeline
Life Enrichment Coordinator
Presbyterian Communities Of South Carolina
12.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Presbyterian Communities Of South Carolina
08.2017 - 12.2021
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Lifelong Learning Center
Diploma -
Batesburg-Leesville High School