Tonya Stith
Kenbridge,VA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Hiram Davis Medical Center, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety, while building strong relationships through empathy and active listening. Committed to maintaining high standards of care and advocating for patient needs.
Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hiram Davis Medical Center
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Registered Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant
Holly Haven
06.2022 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize medication management for each patient''s unique needs.
- Supported continuity of care by promptly reporting any observed changes in patients'' conditions or adverse drug reactions to supervising nurses or physicians.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- 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.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of 16+ residents under long-term care.
- Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Registered Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant
Jans Residential Home
11.2020 - 10.2024
- Developed positive relationships with patients by actively listening to their needs and preferences during the medication administration process.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure timely delivery of required medications, minimizing delays in treatment.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the facility''s overall medication management processes.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care during medication administration.
- Reduced medication errors through careful documentation and clear communication with nursing staff.
- Supported the nursing staff in the management of medical emergencies, providing rapid response and assistance with medication administration as needed.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately administering medications and diligently monitoring for potential side effects.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and facility policies when handling sensitive medication information.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the facility through proactive identification and reporting of potential hazards related to medication storage, handling, and disposal.
- Served as a resource for patients, family members, and staff regarding medication information, answering questions and addressing concerns when necessary.
- Contributed to a positive working environment by fostering collaboration and open communication among team members regarding medication-related issues and concerns.
- Maintained a safe environment by strictly adhering to infection control policies and procedures during medication administration.
- Acted as an advocate for patients'' rights by ensuring that informed consent was obtained before administering new medications or making changes to existing treatment plans.
- Assisted patients with self-administration of medications, promoting independence and adherence to treatment plans.
- Contributed to regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records of dispensed medications and administered treatments.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing comprehensive hand-off reports, ensuring consistent care for all patients.
- Demonstrated strong clinical knowledge through regular participation in ongoing training programs, keeping up-to-date on best practices in medication management.
- Ensured timely medication administration by efficiently organizing daily schedules and prioritizing tasks.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Administered psychotropic medications and anxiety education to patients to provide mental health care.
- Explained treatment procedures, medications, and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
- Assisted in maintaining conducive environment for residents by adhering to infection control policies.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Registered Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant
Supportive Family Services
05.2020 - 07.2022
- Supported needs of 4+ residents under mental health.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Coordinated with external healthcare providers, ensuring comprehensive care by sharing patient information and updates.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA10-2014
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Southside Virginia Community College
Alberta, VA08-2026
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Recording vital signs
- Electronic charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient-focused care
- Medical terminology
- Mobility assistance
- Companionship and emotional support
- Documenting behaviors
- Feeding assistance
- Positioning patients
- End-of-life care
- Adaptable
- Patient lifting
- Transfer techniques
- Urinary catheter care
- Ambulation assistance
- Healthcare ethics
- Inpatient care
- Geriatric care
- Patient relationship building
- Responding to emergencies
- Transporting patients
- Supporting personal needs
- Maintaining privacy
- Trustworthy companion
- Colostomy care
- Complex Problem-solving
- Feeding assistance expert
- Patient management
- Specimen collection
- Light housekeeping
- Blood glucose testing
- Valid Va driver's license
- Patient relations
- Indirect patient care
- Condition monitoring
- Care plan implementation
- Observing responses
- Reliable transportation
- Patient assessments
- Quality assurance
- Activity coordination
- Preparing meals
- Activity planning
- Conducting intakes
- Medical records management
- Restraint application
- Quality assurance controls
- EMR / EHR
- Meal planning
- Outpatient care
- Database administration
- Medical office administration
- Tracheostomy care
- IV maintenance
- Wound care specialist
- Family support and assistance
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 2 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of Management and TEAM lEADING.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hiram Davis Medical Center
01.2024 - 05.2025
Registered Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant
Holly Haven
06.2022 - 11.2024
Registered Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant
Jans Residential Home
11.2020 - 10.2024
Registered Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant
Supportive Family Services
05.2020 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Southside Virginia Community College
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