Teresa Lyons
North Augusta
Summary
Compassionate, detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in patient monitoring and care plan execution. Demonstrated ability to educate patients and enhance communication, contributing to high-quality patient care. Proven track record in implementing effective care strategies and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Partner
AU Health
Augusta
01.2023 - Current
- Delivered compassionate support to patients during daily activities and treatments.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient monitoring and documentation of care.
- Communicated effectively with patients to identify needs and concerns.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of environment for patients and staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to execute comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients on health practices and medication management strategies.
- Facilitated communication among families, caregivers, and healthcare providers.
- Provided companionship to patients during waiting periods for tests or procedures.
Private Duty Caregiver
Self-employed
Augusta
06.2007 - 12.2022
- Assisted with medication management and ensured timely administration of prescriptions.
- Maintained a safe and clean living environment for clients at home.
- Organized transportation for clients to appointments and social activities.
- Collaborated with family members to address client concerns and improve care strategies.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential information.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure and pulse rate.
- Provided assistance with light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, dusting, vacuuming.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving health or safety of a client.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments, errands, social events.
- Utilized problem-solving skills when dealing with challenging situations.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients and families.
- Educated family members about proper home care techniques for elderly patients at discharge from facility setting.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Tender Care
Augusta, GA09-2019
Skills
- Patient monitoring and medication management
- Care plan execution
- Health education and HIPAA compliance
- Time management and communication skills
- Attention to detail and compassionate care
- Calmness under pressure
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Care Partner
AU Health
01.2023 - Current
Private Duty Caregiver
Self-employed
06.2007 - 12.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Tender Care