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Teresa Towns

Quitman,GA

Summary

State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

PCT Tech/CNA

John D. Archbold Memorial Hospital
02.2022 - Current
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.

Warehouse Production Worker

CJB Indusrties
01.2015 - 07.2021
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
  • Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
  • Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
  • Placed incoming inventory in optimal storage locations to promote continued accuracy and easy retrieval.
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Acknowledged safety issues and contacted shift supervisor regarding concerns and for quick resolution.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Operated forklift to safely move and safeguard stock and supplies in warehouse.
  • Collaborated with various departments to manage timely delivery of orders and avoid delays.

Factory Production Worker

Crowns Laundry
09.2015 - 12.2015
  • Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
  • Performed quality checks on finished products to identify and address discrepancies.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.

CNA

Home Instead
01.2014 - 04.2014
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

River Willows Nursing Center
10.2002 - 07.2007
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

Education

Certificates - CNA/ Medical Terminology

Southern Regional Technical College
Thomasville, GA
07.2023

High School Diploma -

Wilcox County High School
Rochelle, GA
07.2002

Skills

  • Supporting Personal Needs
  • Charting Expertise
  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Feeding Assistance Expertise
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Intake Recording
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Blood Sugar Monitoring
  • Wheelchair Assistance

Timeline

PCT Tech/CNA

John D. Archbold Memorial Hospital
02.2022 - Current

Factory Production Worker

Crowns Laundry
09.2015 - 12.2015

Warehouse Production Worker

CJB Indusrties
01.2015 - 07.2021

CNA

Home Instead
01.2014 - 04.2014

Certified Nursing Assistant

River Willows Nursing Center
10.2002 - 07.2007

Certificates - CNA/ Medical Terminology

Southern Regional Technical College

High School Diploma -

Wilcox County High School

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