TONYA KNIGHT
Alvin,TX
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience at New Light Home Care. Proven ability in medication administration and patient management, enhancing comfort and dignity for patients. Recognized for exceptional emotional support and crisis management skills, contributing to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Worker
Forgotten Angels
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare professionals to coordinate care plans for individuals.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and changes in condition.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for clients and staff.
- Supported recreational activities, enhancing social engagement among clients.
CNA
New Light Home Care
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Maintained clean and safe environment for patients, adhering to health regulations.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans based on patient needs.
Patient Care Technician
New Light Home Care
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for effective communication.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Educated patients on medication management and health maintenance practices for improved outcomes.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care protocols and safety procedures.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
- Fostered clean and hygienic environment, reducing risk of infections.
- Improved patient satisfaction with attentive communication and responsiveness to needs.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate bedside care and support.
- Contributed to team meetings, offering insights on patient care improvements based on direct observations.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, easing their stress and anxiety during hospital stays.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to safer hospital environment.
- Supported patients' daily living activities, improving their hospital stay experience.
- Assisted with administration of medications under supervision of nursing staff, ensuring proper patient treatment.
- Collected and documented patient information to aid in accurate medical record keeping.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, offering comfort and dignity to patients in their final stages.
- Enhanced teamwork by collaborating closely with nurses and doctors to coordinate patient care.
- Provided nutritional support by assisting patients with meals, catering to individual dietary needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Mental Health Technician
Forgotten Angels
2017 - Current
- Monitored patient behavior and emotional well-being to ensure safety and compliance with treatment plans.
- Assisted in implementing therapeutic activities that fostered social skills and emotional growth.
- Documented patient progress and communicated observations to the healthcare team for comprehensive care planning.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies based on patient needs.
- Trained new staff on protocols and best practices for managing patient care effectively.
- Conducted crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate challenging situations and maintain a safe environment.
- Maintained accurate records of patient interactions, adhering to confidentiality and regulatory standards.
- Participated in continuous education programs to enhance knowledge of mental health practices and interventions.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jack Yates
3703 SampsonSkills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Reliability and punctuality
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Compassionate caregiving
- CPR certified
- Emotional support
- First aid and safety
- Care plan assessment
- Nutrition monitoring
- Progress documentation
- Mobility assistance
- Case management
- Care plan management
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Adaptive learning
- Physical therapy support
- Behavior redirection
- Clinical quality program standards
- Professional boundaries
- State regulations
- Case management experience
- Client safety and first aid
- Quality program protocols
- Compassionate client care
- Healthcare documentation
- Community activities
- Time management
- Relationship building
- Social skills development
- Transportation
- Recreational activities
- Direct patient care
- Appointment scheduling
- Goal setting
- Safety monitoring
- Indirect patient care
- ADL support
- Patient education
- Health and safety requirements
- Disability awareness
- Client transportation
- Team collaboration
- Nutrition
- Patient management
- Patient assessments
- Medical records management
- Medical office administration
- Care delivery
- Crisis management
- Chronic disease management
- Report generation
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Daily living support
- HIPAA compliance
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Case documentation
- Behavioral support
- Positive reinforcement
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Client support
- Life skills training
- Record keeping
- De-escalation techniques
- Report writing
- Cultural awareness
- Emotional intelligence
- Charting and documentation
- First aid and CPR
- Healthcare
- Support plan management
- Hygiene assistance
- Infection control procedures
- Health services
- Adaptive equipment use
- Personal care assistance
- Community integration support
- Personal care aide
- Household cleaning
- First aid certification
- Fast learner
- Meal planning and preparation
- Caring companionship
- Direct care aide
- CPR certification
- Safety compliance
- Light housekeeping
- Cooking meals
- Vitals monitoring and documentation
- CPR/AED
- Medical chart documentation
- Infection control
Timeline
Direct Care Worker
Forgotten Angels
CNA
New Light Home Care
Patient Care Technician
New Light Home Care
Mental Health Technician
Forgotten Angels
2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Jack Yates