Dedry Thomas
Dublin,GA
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 and charting abilities. Observant Correctional Officer Sergeant with strong protective instincts and the ability to maintain order in any situation. Excellent interpersonal and organizational talents. Adept at key control and booking procedures. Well-versed in inmate rights and state and federal laws. Supervised the safety and security of over 300 offenders in a maximum level security prison. Skilled in conflict resolution techniques and quickly resolving problems. Excellent analytical and critical thinking abilities. Skilled security professional with +6 years providing security services in federal buildings, corporate settings, apartment complexes, retail facilities and construction sites. Committed to securing the nation's borders through vigilance and expert security implementation. Team-oriented with more than +5 years in government security and security management. Demonstrated ability to complete tasks accurately despite interruptions and competing demands. Self-motivated and dependable while achieving high performance with minimal supervision
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Scotts Rehabilitation
Adrian, GA
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Unarmed/Armed Security Officer
Dynamic Security / DFCS / DCSS
Dublin, Ga
10.2013 - 06.2019
- Ensured the safety of residents by conducting foot patrols, monitoring vehicle traffic and identifying unauthorized persons or vehicles on the premises
- Reduced issues with theft, vandalism and other security issues by closely monitoring the facility through in-person checks and use of CCTV
- Communicate with customers and management while enforcing policies, rules and procedures at the site
- Completed building and ground patrols
- Maintained order and safety while providing customer service and information to visitors of the facility
- Patrolled the premises regularly to ensure the safety of employees and visitors
- Greeted tenants and guests as they entered and left the property
- Maintained order, responded to emergencies and enforced federal and local laws
- Checked and secured building entrances.
Nursing Assistant
Shamrock nursing Home
Dublin, Ga
02.2004 - 11.2012
- Provided wound care and dressing changes
- Prepared, maintained and cleaned treatment areas after daily use
- Massaged patients and applied preparations and treatments, such as liniment, alcohol rubs and heat-lamp stimulation
- Facilitated games and other activities to engage clients
- Document elements of nursing assessments, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Provided personal nursing care in pre- and post-operative situations
- Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure
- Maintain patient privacy and confidential patient information
- Contributed to and participated in community education projects to foster widespread understanding of the prevention and treatment of illnesses
- Acted as a patient advocate and implemented total patient care as part of a nursing team covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shift
- Conducted monthly employee training and organized activity calendars to engage residents and advance quality of life
- Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing for HIV-positive patients
- Expertly planned, coordinated, organized and directed all operations of the agency
- Generated invoices, processed payments, prepared deposits and part of financial operations oversight
- Planned, organized, supervised and provided assignments for nursing, technical, office and biomedical staff
- Managed an average of 10 employees each shift
- Organized, updated and maintained over patient charts
- Contributed to community-focused public relations
- Provide behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's
- Liaised with medical care professionals and community organizations to ensure residents suffering from disease-related symptoms and received adequate care
- Completed clinical rotations in Geriatrics
- Maintain all confidential personnel files, licensing and CPR compliance records
- Monitored the nursing and operations of support departments to ensure that resident needs were met and facilities were properly maintained
- Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools
- Created and maintained all absentee calendars, agency nurse schedules and staff meeting minutes
- Collected and processed copayments and out-of-pocket charges using excel
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials
- Utilize strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
- Escorted patients to examination rooms and prepared them for physician exams
- Conducted tours with prospective residents and families and coordinated supportive services to meet the needs of incoming residents
- Ensured proper care for victims of domestic violence who presented to urgent care clinics
- Conducted and approved performance evaluations for all nursing department employees
- Managed tasks to reach community census goals through outreach, inside sales, lead generation and lead conversion
- Greeted visitors and established the purpose of their visit to ensure timely completion of the check-in procedure
- Recruited, trained and managed volunteers
- Ensured HIPAA compliance
- Worked as part of a team to ensure proper care of the body mechanics and safety of the patient
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies
- Managed community resident transport operations.
Social Service Aide
Department of Defense
Milledgeville, GA
08.2015 - 12.2017
- Tracked client movement on and off the unit by documenting the time and destination of clients
- Documented all patient information including service plans, treatment reports and progress notes
- Worked with parents and teachers to implement consistent behavioral therapy techniques at home and school
- Conducted outreach, advocacy and rehabilitative services for regular cases and crisis intervention
- Created and reviewed master treatment and discharge plans for each client
- Developed appropriate policies for the identification of medically-related social and emotional needs of clients
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multiple disciplinary team members
- Administered medication to patients presenting a serious risk of danger to themselves and others
- Taught clients anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control, social skills, emotional coping skills and functional living skills
- Guided clients in understanding illnesses and treatment plans
- Charted and recorded information in client files
- Held office hours to support students in mastering material
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans for patients diagnosed with opioid addiction
- Quickly responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose
- Referenced and used various therapy techniques, including psychodynamics, family systems, cognitive behavioral and lifespan integration psychotherapy.
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Department of Juvenal Justice
Milledgeville, GA
09.2014 - 06.2017
- Reviewed and provided comments on the adequacy of the documents and took necessary steps to cure any deficiencies
- Provided onsite training
- Inspected fire and security alarm systems for both commercial and residential customers
- Organized and coded all documents related to due diligence for acquisitions
- Planned and executed
- Effectively controlled the release of proprietary and confidential information for general client lists
- Assigned daily tasks and responsibilities to employees and filled out daily work logs
- Handled visitation and ensured all visitors were properly identified and free of contraband
- Managed -20+ employees and supervised [30+ offenders at intensive
- Notified medical staff of inmates who require medical attention and submitted proper incident reports
- Maintained order in the building and on the grounds of faculty
- Acted as Protective Officer for several foreign heads of state and other distinguished visitors
- Patrolled buildings, facilities and perimeter areas to prevent damage to property
- Oversaw security and access privileges at a +-unit condominium complex
- Maintained order, responded to emergencies and enforced federal and local laws
- Acted as the sole dispatcher and central point of contact for the entire compound
- Enforced all building rules and regulations in government facilities
- They immediately reported fires, accidents and other safety hazards
- Detained individuals when necessary to prevent security breaches
- Monitored access control systems, including CCTV systems
- Patrolled the premises regularly to ensure the safety of employees and visitors
- Communicated with supervisors regarding any issues that occurred while on duty
- Greeted tenants and guests as they entered and left the property
- Checked and secured building entrances.
Officer Dispatcher
Dynamic Security Central State
Milledgeville, GA
10.2013
- Provide force protection for high-valued assets
- Conducted routine security checks throughout residential and industrial areas
- Enforced rules and regulations
- Managed shift schedules and security positions
- Answered 911 calls and wrote incident reports
- Entered, updated and retrieved information from teletype networks and computerized data systems regarding such things as wanted persons, stolen property, vehicle registration and stolen vehicles
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel
- Assisted citizens through stressful and life altering situations
- Collaborated with police organizations for community education
- Maintained locations and types of calls for multiple officers at a time
- Heavy data entry and routine checks for accuracy
- Assisted with training new dispatchers and police officers
- Provide pre-arrival instructions including but not limited to: CPR, first aid, etc
- Maintain a calm and professional demeanor during all emergency and non-emergency situations
- Well-versed in operating a two-way radio system with local police officers and community assistant personnel
- Coordinate responses of public safety units to emergency sites or in-progress crime situations
- Excellent communication with crime victims and witnesses requesting police or medical assistance
- Quick in estimating the intensity of conflict and utilizing lateral thinking to resolve issues with county residents and police officers
- Provide confidentiality and empathy to both victims and witnesses
- Hostage/crisis negotiation training and Critical Incident Training
- In training to be a Certified Training Officer
- Emergency Medical Dispatch Certified / CPR Certified
Education
Dynamic Security Training -
Security of State
12.2023
Nursing Aide - Health Care: PCA/CNA
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
01.2012
Department of Public Safety -
Tiffton College
01.2012
Skills
- Ability to file records
- Force Techniques Training
- Firearms trained
- Crisis intervention training
- Trained in self-defense
- Investigative procedures
- Behavioral Intervention Specialist
- First Aid training certified (2001- current year)
- Department of State Secret Security Clearance
- Security Guard Certificate
- Weapons training
- MS Office
- DHS Armed Handgun Training Certified (2008-current years)
- Windows Vista
- Security Personnel Training
- AED training certified (2001-current year)
- Compassionate Communication
- Care Plan Implementation
- Condition Monitoring
- Family Support and Assistance
- Customer Service
- Excellent Communication
- Social Perceptiveness
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Collaboration
- Patient-Focused Care
- Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
- Records Management
- Documentation Expert
- Understands Mobility Assistance Needs
Certification
- Phlebotomy
- PCT( Patient care Tech)
- CNA
Timeline
CNA
Scotts Rehabilitation
08.2023 - 12.2023
Social Service Aide
Department of Defense
08.2015 - 12.2017
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Department of Juvenal Justice
09.2014 - 06.2017
Unarmed/Armed Security Officer
Dynamic Security / DFCS / DCSS
10.2013 - 06.2019
Officer Dispatcher
Dynamic Security Central State
10.2013
Nursing Assistant
Shamrock nursing Home
02.2004 - 11.2012
Dynamic Security Training -
Security of State
Nursing Aide - Health Care: PCA/CNA
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
Department of Public Safety -
Tiffton College