Teresa Kelly-Jett
Christiansburg,VA
Summary
Caring,organised and dependable certified nursing assistant and private caregiver with adaptability, training and skill to help clients with different needs and backgrounds. Personalises care based on client medical histories and personal preferences. Offers [Number] years of related experience and good conversational skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Caregiver
Cornerstone caregivers
Christiansburg, NV
07.2026 - Current
- Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Administered medications following prescribed schedules for client health management.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and glucose levels.
- Organized medication reminders for clients taking multiple prescriptions throughout the day.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive care plans were followed.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Documented care activities and observations accurately in client records daily.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium, and high protein diets.
- Transported patients to medical, dental, and personal care appointments.
- Provided mental stimulation through games, puzzles and other activities designed for cognitive development.
Private Caregiver
Public Partnerships LLC
Latham
06.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care for patients.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks, maintaining patient dignity and respect.
- Promoted client independence while ensuring safety and support.
- Facilitated clear communication with family members to ensure coordinated care.
- Offered emotional support during stressful situations.
- Communicated effectively with family members.
- Documented daily care activities.
- Assisted clients with daily household tasks, enhancing comfort and well-being.
- Helped clients with ADLs.
- Assisted clients with daily household tasks including cleaning, laundry and food preparation.
CNA
Highland Ridge Rehab Center
Dublin, VA
06.2024 - 03.2025
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records system.
- Assisted residents with daily activities to promote independence and comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted residents in walking safely to promote mobility and independence. with or without self-help devices.
Medical Assistant
Blue Ridge Pain Management
Christiansburg
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times.
- I did inventory and ordered supplies.
- I communicated between patients and healthcare providers.
- Streamlined patient intake process by organising and updating medical records.
- Assisted in patient intake and maintained accurate medical records.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow in a busy clinic environment.
- Scheduled and re-arranged patient appointments.
- Processed mail, email and phone enquiries, minimising correspondence backlogs.
- Answered daily phone calls, directing enquiries to relevant staff.
- I communication between patients and healthcare providers.
- Sent prescription information to pharmacies and called Insurance companies.
- Followed clinical guidelines when handling patient data.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in examination rooms and medical equipment.
- Maintained cleanliness of examination rooms.
- Sterilised medical instruments and properly disposed of contaminated materials.
- Sterilised medical instruments.
- Performed administrative duties efficiently.
- Completed basic administrative and clinical tasks.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication management for pain relief.
- I did inventory and ordered supplirs.
- I provided emotional support to patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Private Caregiver
The Arc of Central Chesapeake
Columbia
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Enhanced clients' physical well-being through tailored light exercise routines.
- Facilitated sensitive discussions regarding end-of-life arrangements with families.
- Assisted clients in completing daily tasks to enhance their independence. with bedtime routines, washing and dressing.
- Promoted physical well-being with light exercise routines.
- Facilitated sensitive discussions with families regarding end-of-life arrangements.
Private Caregiver
Self-employeed
Clarksville
03.2011 - 11.2023
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to enhance comfort and independence.
- Read books and articles aloud to clients during sessions.
- Used manual handling techniques and lifting aids to position clients in safe, comfortable postures.
- Monitored medication intake to ensure adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
Hospice Nursing Assistant
Gilchrist Hospice
Columbia
01.2011 - 06.2015
- Identified signs of distress or discomfort in patients.
- Provided respite care services, supporting family members during challenging times.
- Documented vital signs routinely.
- Monitored and identified signs of distress or discomfort in patients, ensuring timely interventions.
- Repositioned patients every two hours to ensure comfort and prevent bedsores.
Medication Aid
Glen Meadows Retirement Community
Glen Arm, MD
06.2004 - 01.2011
- Administered medications to residents according to prescribed schedules.
- Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
- Monitored resident health and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Ensured that all controlled substances are appropriately secured at all times according to state regulations.
- Observed patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of medication storage areas.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and provided companionship.
Education
Patient Care Technician Certification - Nursing
Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MarylandDiploma - General
Patterson High School
Baltimore, MarylandSkills
- Medication management
- Care record management
- Care reporting
- Cognitive support
- Basic caregiving
- Mobility support
- Hygiene practices
- Dietary meal planning
- Therapeutic support
- Care assessment
- Care collaboration
- Cognitive support
- Client safety protocols
- Compassionate client care
- Empathetic care
- Psychosocial support
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management
- Record keeping
- Care assessment
Timeline
Private Caregiver
Cornerstone caregivers
07.2026 - Current
CNA
Highland Ridge Rehab Center
06.2024 - 03.2025
Private Caregiver
Public Partnerships LLC
06.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Blue Ridge Pain Management
05.2023 - 06.2024
Private Caregiver
The Arc of Central Chesapeake
08.2021 - 11.2023
Private Caregiver
Self-employeed
03.2011 - 11.2023
Hospice Nursing Assistant
Gilchrist Hospice
01.2011 - 06.2015
Medication Aid
Glen Meadows Retirement Community
06.2004 - 01.2011
Patient Care Technician Certification - Nursing
Baltimore City Community College
Diploma - General
Patterson High School