Tammy Culberson
Centre,AL
Summary
Dynamic Activities Director with a proven track record at Cherokee County Health and Rehabilitation Center, enhancing resident quality of life through innovative program development and event planning. Skilled in documentation, detail oriented, communication skills and a proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Organized and dependable candidate with a positive attitude, who approaches each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience, and humor.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Activities Assistant
Winthrop Health and Rehab
11.2024 - Current
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Assisted with physical therapy exercises to help residents regain strength and mobility.
- Communicated with family members and other caregivers to provide updates on well-being and care of residents.
- Assisted participants with all program activities when needed.
- Planned and directed activities such as bingo, board games and plays.
- Led daily exercises to promote development and maintenance of physical and mental abilities.
- Created and delivered recreational programs for small and large groups of residents.
- Performed assessments on activity programs to determine what specific activities were suitable.
Activities Director
Cherokee County Health and Rehabilitation Center
05.2006 - 11.2024
- Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
- Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Coordinated off-site activities and accompanied residents throughout excursions.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Networked with community organizations and leaders for volunteer opportunities and cooperative engagements.
- Supervised Activities Assistant and conducted performance evaluations.
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Performed assessments on activity programs to determine what specific activities were suitable.
Purchasing Clerk/Nursing Secretary
Piedmont Health and Rehab Center
05.2004 - 02.2005
- Managed large product inventories and placed orders when product levels were running low.
- Interviewed suppliers and asked for quotes to determine best possible pricing for materials purchasing.
- Kept meticulous records of orders in computer system using Microsoft.
- Verified accuracy of bills of lading, contracts and purchase requests.
- Assisted the Admin with errands.
- Greeted guest and directed to their destination.
- Did spreadsheets on the computer.
- Coded statements for billing.
- Answered the main phone line, directed calls and took messages.
Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor/Mentor Teacher
Piedmont Health and Rehab Center
05.2004 - 02.2005
- Determined readiness of each CNA to take on additional responsibility and work independently based on multi-factor analyses.
- Worked collaboratively to teach new nursing staff how to work with team members and freely report problems.
- Educated more new CNAs in quality patient care.
- Protected patients' dignity, rights, and safety while providing students numerous learning opportunities each day.
- Maintained detailed records of students' activities and training progress.
- Developed interesting and informative training to keep students engaged in learning and developing necessary skills for long-term career success.
- Oriented new staff to facility and policies governing nursing staff and patient care.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Piedmont Health and Rehab Center
12.2000 - 05.2004
- Cared for residents in facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations and evaluating patient needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Assistant Store Manager
Fred's Dollar Store
08.1998 - 12.2000
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
- Made daily bank deposits.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Responded to customer concerns, working with manager to significantly raise customer satisfaction ratings.
- Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.
- Maintained positive customer relationships by responding quickly to customer service inquiries.
- Provided weekly work schedules to employees to accommodate business demands and vacation requests.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Pharmacist Technician
Alaco Pharmacy
04.1993 - 07.1998
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
- Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales.
- Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
- Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
- Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.
Education
GED -
Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
Townsend, GA03-2025
High School Diploma -
Cherokee County High School
Centre, AL05-1981
Skills
- Physical assistance
- Security proficiency
- Documentation skills
- Schedule coordination
- Event planning
- Social integration
- Flexibility
- Office administration
- Customer service
- Inventory ordering
- Mobility assistance
- Enrichment program development
- Resident support
- Recordkeeping skills
Timeline
Activities Assistant
Winthrop Health and Rehab
11.2024 - Current
Activities Director
Cherokee County Health and Rehabilitation Center
05.2006 - 11.2024
Purchasing Clerk/Nursing Secretary
Piedmont Health and Rehab Center
05.2004 - 02.2005
Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor/Mentor Teacher
Piedmont Health and Rehab Center
05.2004 - 02.2005
Certified Nursing Assistant
Piedmont Health and Rehab Center
12.2000 - 05.2004
Assistant Store Manager
Fred's Dollar Store
08.1998 - 12.2000
Pharmacist Technician
Alaco Pharmacy
04.1993 - 07.1998
GED -
Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
High School Diploma -
Cherokee County High School
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