Tyla Gadson
Nashville,TN
Summary
BSN Degree, Nursing School Graduate, with a passion driven work ethic, seeking full time employment in Health Care, to further increase work and educational experience in the field. I am a strong candidate with a versatile skills set, who readily adapts to change, works well independently, as well as collaboratively, and is able to juggle multiple priorities, in addition to meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality. My long term goal is to gain experience in various health care settings, until I am able to finally achieve my career dream of becoming an RN, Registered Nurse.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lakeshore Meadows
Nashville, TN
08.2024 - Current
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Certified Nursing Assistant
West Meade Place
Nashville, TN
09.2021 - 11.2023
- Worked on the Respiratory floor with the Trachs and Vents patients
- Cared for Longterm care patients as well as Hospice patients
- Worked with the Dialysis patients on the Respiratory floor
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Used various mobility devices to transport patients
- Experience in caring for patients with G-tubes and also colostomy bags
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC Place at The Trace
Nashville, TN
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Mainly cared for Acute Care Rehab patients and Physical Therapy patients
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Collected specimens, obtained vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Worked with urinary catheters and wound vacs
Resident Care Aide
The Village At Bellevue
Nashville, TN
02.2020 - 09.2020
- Worked with Memory Care patients and Assisted Living residents
- Attended to patients in 17-bed Memory care unit, continuously checking on needs and maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs and to promote patient satisfaction by assisting with Activities of Daily Living
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Restaurant Manager/Server/Food Runner/Hostess
Jonathans Grille
Nashville, TN
08.2016 - 12.2019
- Assigned and monitored daily tasks, and oversaw employees in accordance to established compliance and regulatory quality control guidelines
- Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships
- Developed long-term relationships with customers which increased repeat business
- Handled opening and closing responsibilities for restaurant
Restaurant Hostess/To-Go Server
O'Charley's Restaurant
Nashville, TN
05.2008 - 08.2016
- Welcomed guests with a personable attitude and smile, to deliver outstanding service and support from initial interaction to final departure, maintaining loyal clientele.
- Politely and promptly answered phone calls as well as having taken To-Go orders
- Supported management by helping resolving customer service related issues to maintain guest satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness standards in the dining area including wiping down tables and chairs between seatings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05.2012
Skills
- Vital signs and Health Assessment
- Patient Data Entry
- Medical Terminology
- Positive Attitude
- Proficient in Problem Solving/Conflict Resolution
- Efficiency in both Autonomous and Team settings
- Patient/Guest services Best Practices and Care
- Organization, Prioritization and Time Management
- Microsoft Office
- High Acuity Patient Care
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Basic Life Support Training (BLS)
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lakeshore Meadows
08.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
West Meade Place
09.2021 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC Place at The Trace
10.2020 - 07.2021
Resident Care Aide
The Village At Bellevue
02.2020 - 09.2020
Restaurant Manager/Server/Food Runner/Hostess
Jonathans Grille
08.2016 - 12.2019
Restaurant Hostess/To-Go Server
O'Charley's Restaurant
05.2008 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tennessee State University
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