Evelyn Lowry
Centreville,MS
Summary
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Customer-focused individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for effectively addressing concerns. Committed to improving customer satisfaction and driving positive outcomes.
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nurse Assistant
Wilkinson County Senior Care
Centreville, Mississippi
12.2010 - 01.2024
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
- Provided compassionate care to elderly, disabled and terminally ill individuals.
- Observed patient behavior and reported any changes to the supervising nurse.
- Communicated professionally and compassionately with all patients, their family and friends.
- Provided a clean and calm environment for both visitors and residents.
- Dealt with agitated situations in a calm, professional and good resulting out come.
- Charted all applicable needed information for shift.
- Built trust with many and all patients, their families and fellow employees.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress and condition.
- Gave emotional support to patients and their families.
- Checked vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure and oxygen saturation levels.
- Collected samples for laboratory testing under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
- Answered call lights in a timely manner and responded appropriately to requests from patients or family members.
- Prepared rooms for incoming patients by setting up medical equipment and making beds according to hospital protocols.
- Transported patients safely between departments within the facility using wheelchairs or other appropriate devices.
- Provided companionship by talking with the patient about current events or topics of interest.
- Assisted with ambulation training for those who are physically impaired.
- Helped nursing staff develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Monitored food intake to ensure proper nutrition is maintained.
- Measured urine output on a regular basis to assess kidney function.
- Cleaned patient rooms after discharge or transfer to another area in the facility.
- Participated in team meetings with nurses, physicians and other healthcare personnel regarding patient care needs.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Reported any changes in a patient's condition immediately to the supervising nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
Super 2 Foods
Jay
Centreville, Mississippi
01.2009 - 09.2009
- Provided professional communication with all bosses, customers and fellow employees.
- Rang up groceries while providing pleasant exchange with customers.
- Bagged groceries in a timely and efficient manner.
- Provided a professional and efficient customer service relationship.
- Kept up with all counting and disbursement of handled money.
- Provided a trust worthy relationship with all staff and customers.
Secretary
Wilk-Amite Tax Services
Centreville, Mississippi
02.2008 - 04.2009
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner.
- Answered incoming phone calls, responded to inquiries and transferred calls as needed.
- Processed invoices for payment.
- Maintained filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
- Performed data entry into computer systems; ensured accuracy of all entered information.
- Managed calendar reminders for upcoming deadlines or events associated with the office.
- Responded to customer inquiries via email or telephone in a polite and professional manner.
- Updated contact lists on a regular basis; created new contacts as needed.
- Maintained organized filing system of paper and electronic documents.
- Ordered office supplies to purchase items and maintain appropriate levels.
- Scheduled meetings and sent invitations specifying time and location.
- Assisted with accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
- Operated office equipment such as photocopiers, scanners, and fax machines.
- Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, and maintained front reception desk.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
Personal Care Assistant
Field Health System
Centreville, Mississippi
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
- Performed housekeeping duties including laundry, vacuuming, dusting, mopping floors and changing bed linens.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted in feeding when needed.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate for the patient's health status.
- Maintained accurate records of client care activities on computerized systems for charting purposes.
- Assisted physical therapists with exercises designed to increase strength, coordination, balance and flexibility.
- Participated in recreational activities with clients such as reading books, playing cards or board games.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and engaging them in meaningful conversations.
- Encouraged independence by helping clients develop self-care skills such as meal preparation or personal hygiene tasks.
- Assessed changes in condition or behavior of the client which may require further medical attention.
- Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers or canes as needed.
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
- Developed individual plans of care based on assessment findings and physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members regarding plan of care for each client.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
- Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
- Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Southwest Community College
Summit, MSSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Range of motion exercises
- Toileting assistance
- Vital sign recording
- Care plan implementation
- Documenting behaviors
- Conducting intakes
- Patient-focused care
- Transporting patients
- Observing responses
- Collecting specimens
- Infection control procedures
- Monitoring fluids
- Dressing assistance
- Respiratory equipment training
- Bedside manner
- Catheter change and preparation
- Compassionate
- Documentation expert
- End of life care
- Family support and assistance
- Medical office administration
- Maintaining privacy
- Recording vital signs
- Supporting personal needs
- Adaptable
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Trustworthy companion
- Patient relationship building
- Collecting vital signs
- Quick problem solver
- Responding to emergencies
- Reliable team player
- Companionship and emotional support
- Healthcare ethics
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Compassionate caregiver
Timeline
Certified Nurse Assistant
Wilkinson County Senior Care
12.2010 - 01.2024
Super 2 Foods
Jay
01.2009 - 09.2009
Secretary
Wilk-Amite Tax Services
02.2008 - 04.2009
Personal Care Assistant
Field Health System
01.2008 - 12.2008
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Southwest Community College