Teheran Underwood Jr.
Durham
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable healthcare professional with a diverse background in mental health and patient care. Skilled in creating tailored care plans and promoting client safety, consistently ensuring a clean and therapeutic environment for optimal well-being.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA/CNA
Waltoonwood Cary
Cary
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and social interaction to improve client well-being.
- Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
In-Home Caregiver
Right At Home Senior Care
Durham
04.2024 - Current
- Created personalized care plans tailored to individual client needs and preferences.
- Regularly communicated with family members regarding client status and care updates.
- Ensured a clean and safe environment to promote overall client well-being.
Mental Health Technician
The Emily Program
Durham
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Monitored patient behavior and provided support during therapy sessions.
- Maintained safe, therapeutic environments to enhance patient comfort.
- Educated patients on coping strategies and wellness practices during therapy.
- Documented changes in patient behavior and reported significant findings to clinical team.
Residential Counselor/Special Education Paraprofessiona
Mount Prospect Academy
Greenfield
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Reported resident behavior issues to clinical team with timely communication.
- Acted quickly during crises to ensure calmness and determine appropriate assistance levels.
- Established a supportive environment fostering self-expression, empathy, and acceptance.
- Participated in meetings to review client progress and devise improvement strategies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Homecare Assistance Agency
Raleigh
10.2019 - 07.2022
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare staff promptly.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs effectively.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents with range of motion exercises to enhance mobility.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring timely updates for healthcare team collaboration.
- Performed housekeeping duties, including changing linens and cleaning bathrooms as required.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Durham Technical Community College
Durham, North Carolina, NC12-2026
Skills
- Healthcare provision
- Plan development
- Accurate documentation
- Emergency response
- Collaborative teamwork
- Care plan management
Timeline
PCA/CNA
Waltoonwood Cary
06.2025 - Current
In-Home Caregiver
Right At Home Senior Care
04.2024 - Current
Mental Health Technician
The Emily Program
08.2023 - 04.2024
Residential Counselor/Special Education Paraprofessiona
Mount Prospect Academy
07.2022 - 08.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Homecare Assistance Agency
10.2019 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Durham Technical Community College