Anita Towler
Danville,VA
Summary
Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to ensure patient comfort and safety. Track record of collaborating with healthcare teams to maintain high standard of care.
I am also very eagerer to grow into a fast-paced and challenging environments for criminal justice. Eager to learn with aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed CNA
Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center
2024.09 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Mental Health Technician
Hughes Center
2019.02 - 2024.05
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
Correctional Officer
Green Rock Correctional Center
2023.07 - 2023.09
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Foundations of Criminal Justice Certificate
Danville Community College
Danville, VA2025-05
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement Specialization
Danville Communit College
Danville, VA2025-05
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement Certification
Danville Community College
Danville, VA2025-05
Licensed CNA
Medical Solutions Academy
Danville,VA2024-03
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Multitasking and organization
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Toileting assistance
- Health monitoring
- Safety precautions
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Patient lifting
Timeline
Licensed CNA
Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center
2024.09 - Current
Correctional Officer
Green Rock Correctional Center
2023.07 - 2023.09
Mental Health Technician
Hughes Center
2019.02 - 2024.05
Associate of Applied Science - Foundations of Criminal Justice Certificate
Danville Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement Specialization
Danville Communit College
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement Certification
Danville Community College
Licensed CNA
Medical Solutions Academy