Teresa Akogun
Cookeville
Summary
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
DSP
Home Caregivers
Cookeville
10.2023 - 01.2026
- Maintained detailed records of client progress and care plans to support individualized care.
- Delivered direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, enhancing their daily living skills.
- Trained new staff on best practices in direct support techniques.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Executed care plans and administered medications according to prescribed directions.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Coordinated with medical providers on behalf of clients to ensure timely follow-up on appointments.
Office Manager
DW Trucking
Sparta
05.2018 - 06.2023
- Managed daily office operations and maintained efficient workflow processes.
- Coordinated schedules and meetings for staff and management.
- Oversaw inventory management and procurement of office supplies.
- Handled correspondence, including emails, phone calls, and memos.
- Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
Manager
Krystals Resturant
Sparta
01.2019 - 09.2022
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth restaurant functionality.
- Supervised staff training to enhance service quality and efficiency.
- Coordinated inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
M.A./Phlebotomy Technician
St. Thomas Community Med
Nashville
07.2008 - 03.2013
- Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information and sample data.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for testing and analysis.
- Prepared paperwork for laboratory orders, including appropriate coding.
- Obtained specimens from adults, children, and infants for laboratory tests.
Education
BBA - Business
Strayer University
Nashville, Tennessee 05.2024 - 05.2026
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomy - Medical Assistant
Remington College
Nashville, Tennessee 05.2005 - 07.2006
Skills
- Patient care
- Medical documentation
- Office management
- Staff training
- CPI CERTIFIED
- HIPAA compliance
- Med Certified
- First aid and CPR
Timeline
BBA - Business
Strayer University
05.2024 - 05.2026
DSP
Home Caregivers
10.2023 - 01.2026
Manager
Krystals Resturant
01.2019 - 09.2022
Office Manager
DW Trucking
05.2018 - 06.2023
M.A./Phlebotomy Technician
St. Thomas Community Med
07.2008 - 03.2013
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomy - Medical Assistant
Remington College
05.2005 - 07.2006