Talitha West
Wilmington
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Christiana Care Health System
Wilmington
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Associate
Amazon
Wilmington
11.2022 - Current
- Stock merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Inspect incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
Babysitter
Self-Employed
Wilmington
07.2015 - 01.2025
- Supervised children and encourage good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Updated detailed records for each child with information such as daily observations, meals served and medications administered.
- Meticulously sanitize toys and play equipment.
- Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.
Homecare Aide
Neighborly Home Care
Wilmington
02.2019 - 09.2022
- Completed entries in logbooks, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising and transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Cashier and Frontline Associate
BJ’s Wholesale Club
Wilmington
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Answered questions about policies and addressed customer concerns, providing quality customer service.
- Built relationships with customers by providing friendly customer service.
Chef’s Assistant and Server
Red Rover, LLC
New Castle
07.2018 - 06.2021
- Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients
- Supported senior chefs with creative meal planning and recipe development
Education
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - Healthcare
Delaware Technical Community College
DE04-2025
Certified Nursing Assistant Program - Healthcare
Delaware Technical Community College
Wilmington, DE07.2023
Basic Life Support (BLS) - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
American Heart Association
Wilmington, DE06.2023
Skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Knowledge of disease processes
- Knowledge of anatomy
- Patient care and monitoring
- Safety and compliance
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Professionalism
- Understanding of HIPAA, OSHA, and COLA
- Understanding of CLIA-waived testing
- Understanding of bedside manner
- Verification of patients' identity
- Proper labeling of specimens
- Data entry
- Assembling and maintaining equipment
- Maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe work environment
References
References available upon request.
Volunteer Experience
- Little Lambs Nursery – Life in Christ Ministries, Chester, PA, Nursery Volunteer, 08/01/18, 07/01/19
- East End United Community Center, Uniontown, PA, Volunteer, 05/01/15, 03/01/17
- Scouts – Troop 52266, Uniontown, PA, Scout Leader, 09/01/14, 05/01/17
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Christiana Care Health System
05.2024 - Current
Associate
Amazon
11.2022 - Current
Cashier and Frontline Associate
BJ’s Wholesale Club
08.2020 - 04.2022
Homecare Aide
Neighborly Home Care
02.2019 - 09.2022
Chef’s Assistant and Server
Red Rover, LLC
07.2018 - 06.2021
Babysitter
Self-Employed
07.2015 - 01.2025
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - Healthcare
Delaware Technical Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant Program - Healthcare
Delaware Technical Community College
Basic Life Support (BLS) - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
American Heart Association