Tyisha Tunstall
Mobile,AL
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Mobile Infirmary Medical Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and satisfaction through effective communication and individualized support. Committed to maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety while fostering a supportive environment for patients.
Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Provided support in mobilizing patients, ensuring safety and comfort during transfers.
- Documented patient progress and observations accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas to promote infection control standards.
- Participated in training sessions to improve skills in patient handling and communication techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Livewell Private Care
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- 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.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westminster Village
05.2018 - 08.2025
- Engaged with patients to offer emotional support, fostering a compassionate care environment.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- 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.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Noland Health Services Inc.
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- 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.
Certified Nursing Assistant
William F Green Veterans Home
01.2017 - 12.2017
- 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.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Robertsdale Healthcare Center
03.2016 - 10.2016
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Increased patient engagement by organizing recreational and therapeutic activities.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Baldwin County High School
Bay Minette, ALSkills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Bedside manner
- Vital signs monitoring
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of five in the development of patient care and safety.
- Documented and resolved resident concerns which led to happier patients.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Livewell Private Care
03.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westminster Village
05.2018 - 08.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Noland Health Services Inc.
01.2018 - 04.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
William F Green Veterans Home
01.2017 - 12.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Robertsdale Healthcare Center
03.2016 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Baldwin County High School