Charkeia Taylor
Yazoo City
Summary
Adept at vital signs monitoring and equipped with robust sterilization techniques, I excelled in roles at institutions like the University of Mississippi Medical Center. My proactive approach and ability to manage medical supplies effectively have consistently improved operational efficiency and patient care standards, showcasing my commitment to safety and excellence in healthcare environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospital Service Technician
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
Jackson
05.2024 - Current
- Checked sterile supplies to detect outdated materials.
- Stocked crash carts with appropriate medical supplies.
- Recorded sterilizer test results in job-related software.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated changes to physicians.
- Monitored vital signs closely during patient assessment phases.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Recorded vital signs, including temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure and respiration rate.
Correctional Officer
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Yazoo
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
- Conducted searches of inmates and visitors to prevent the smuggling of contraband.
- Facilitated communication between inmates and facility staff, including relaying requests and grievances.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
- Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
- Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
- Transported inmates to court, doctor appointments and work sites.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Enforced institutional policies and procedures to maintain order and security within the correctional facility.
CPS Assessment Social Worker (Student I)
Georgia Dept of Family Children Services
Athens
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Coordinated referrals for mental health services when appropriate.
- Attended hearings with victims to provide emotional support.
- Created reports summarizing findings from assessments for courts and other entities as needed.
- Conducted interviews with victims of abuse or neglect to obtain detailed accounts of incidents.
- Reviewed and analyzed violent crime reports to identify crime trends.
- Assisted clients in accessing resources such as housing assistance, health care coverage, legal aid services.
- Investigated reports or indications of abuse, neglect or exploitation of at-risk adults, adolescents and children.
- Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.
- Facilitated family meetings with parents, guardians, teachers, and other stakeholders involved in a case.
- Provided crisis intervention services to families in need.
- Interviewed clients individually and in groups to assess situations, capabilities and problems.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Jackson State Univesity
Jackson 12-2022
Skills
- Sterilization techniques
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical supply management
- Safety protocols
- Equipment operation
- Electronic health records
Timeline
Hospital Service Technician
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
05.2024 - Current
Correctional Officer
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
07.2023 - 07.2024
CPS Assessment Social Worker (Student I)
Georgia Dept of Family Children Services
12.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Jackson State Univesity
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