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Lori Thurston

Lori Thurston

Clarksville,TN

Summary

Compassionate Personal Care Attendant with experience in providing care for individuals with various needs. Strengths include effective communication, patience, and ability to handle high-stress situations. Proven track record of fostering positive relationships with clients to enhance overall wellbeing and quality of life. Made significant impact by implementing personalized care plans that improved client health outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Care Attendant

The PADD office
Mayfield, KY
04.2022 - Current
  • Observed changes in the client's condition and reported any changes to the supervisor and manager.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by a physician or other healthcare professional.
  • Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Instructed family members on proper techniques for providing personal care assistance at home.
  • Assisted clients with daily personal hygiene and grooming, such as bathing, dressing, and oral care.

Petsense

Tractor Supply Company
Murray, KY
05.2021 - 10.2023
  • Greeted customers and provided assistance with selecting pet food, accessories, and supplies.
  • Operated cash register to process customer purchases.
  • Ensured the safety of animals in my care by monitoring their behavior and providing appropriate guidance.
  • Provided daily care and attention to pets, including feeding, playing, and cleaning the enclosure.

Peer Tutoring

Trigg County High School
Cadiz, KY
08.2017 - 05.2019
  • Provided one-on-one and group support for students with special needs.
  • Assisted in the development of individual education plans to meet student's specific educational goals.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to improve learning outcomes for students with disabilities.

Trigg Tots

Trigg County High School
Cadiz, KY
08.2016 - 05.2019
  • Maintained a safe environment by monitoring playgrounds and classrooms during recesses and other times when students were unsupervised.
  • Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
  • Maintained flexibility to work with children of various ages, different personalities and in different roles.
  • Worked with small groups of children on educational activities and crafts.

Nursing Home Volunteer

Shady Lawn Nursing Home
Cadiz, KY
08.2015 - 05.2019
  • Assisted nursing home staff with providing meals to residents.
  • Provided emotional support to residents who were feeling lonely or isolated.
  • Facilitated recreational activities for elderly patients, such as bingo and arts and crafts.

Aquarium Volunteer

North Carolina Aquarium
Kure Beach, NC
11.2017 - 11.2018
  • Provided educational tours to groups of visitors, explaining the animals' natural habitats and behaviors.
  • I greeted guests and answered questions about the aquarium's history, exhibits, and animals.
  • Recorded data on animal behavior to be used in research studies.
  • Helped maintain a safe environment for both visitors and animals by enforcing rules and regulations.
  • Collaborated with other volunteers to provide exceptional customer service to guests during their visit.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife And Conservation Biology

Murray State University
Murray, KY
08-2024

Skills

  • First aid, CPR, and AED certified
  • Companionship skills
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Calm under pressure
  • Customer relations
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Problem-solving
  • Collaboration

Timeline

Personal Care Attendant

The PADD office
04.2022 - Current

Petsense

Tractor Supply Company
05.2021 - 10.2023

Aquarium Volunteer

North Carolina Aquarium
11.2017 - 11.2018

Peer Tutoring

Trigg County High School
08.2017 - 05.2019

Trigg Tots

Trigg County High School
08.2016 - 05.2019

Nursing Home Volunteer

Shady Lawn Nursing Home
08.2015 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife And Conservation Biology

Murray State University

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