Tonya Payne
Fontana, CA *****
************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Compassionate and caring. Designed to help all. Former pianist with lightning fast fingers. Work Experience
Case Manager
The Law Offices of Dr. Bill LaTour-Colton, CA
April 2018 to Present
Case Manager at Law Offices of Dr. Bill Latour, helping people apply for SSI/SSDI, pulling medical records, submit records to the ALJ, coordinating attorney conference calls with clients, filing appeals, meeting deadlines.
• Advocated for clients' rights and ensured access to appropriate resources.
• Assisted clients in navigating Social Security system
• Collaborated with legal attorneys and hearing offices to ensure deadlines for medical records are met.
• Paralegal work, would love an opportunity to get a certificate. Reiki Practitioner
May 2017 to Present
Traditional Usai Reiki Practitioner. Went into this endeavor to heal myself and ended up learning how to heal others. Assist in moving / processing embedded emotions and energy to help others feel lighter and more connected to self / others.
Med Tech/Caregiver
Tambree Meadows Assisted Living-Idaho Falls, ID
May 2016 to February 2017
• Provided compassionate care and support to elderly clients, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well- being
• Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication management
• Monitored vital signs and promptly reported any changes or concerns to healthcare professionals
• Held space for my patients. A lot of them had no family or friends. Med Tech/Caregiver
Peak Village-Idaho Falls, ID
September 2015 to April 2016
• Administered medications to patients according to prescribed dosage and schedule
• Monitored patients for any adverse reactions or side effects from medication
• Assisted in the ordering, storage, and inventory control of medications and supplies
• Followed all safety protocols and infection control measures when handling medications
• Supported patients' emotional well-being by providing compassionate care during medication administration
• Investigated incidents involving incorrect dosages or missed doses; implemented corrective actions accordingly
Piano Teacher
Idaho State University-Pocatello, ID
September 2009 to March 2014
• Provided private piano lessons to students of all ages and skill levels
• Instructed students in music theory, sight-reading, technique, and performance skills
• Fostered a love for music by sharing personal experiences as a performer
• Collaborated with parents and students to set realistic goals and milestones for progress Education
Idaho Falls Senior High School
Idaho State University
Skills
• Assisting with ADLs
• Workers' compensation insurance knowledge
• Typing - Average typing speed (140-160 WPM)
• Organizational skills
• Caregiving
• Computer literacy
• Piano
• First aid
Languages
• English
Awards
Music scholarship
May 2011
Piano performance
Music Scholarship
May 2010
Piano performance
Music Scholarship
May 2009
Hope of America
March 2002
Certifications and Licenses
Medication Administration
Present
Reiki Master Practitioner
May 2017 to Present
Traditional Usai Healing
Food Handler
March 2014 to Present
CPR
March 2014 to February 2017
Additional Information
Somehow helping others makes my life worth living.