Theresa Poindexter
@theresapoindexter
I deliver patient-centered nursing, behavioral health support, and community wellness programs.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I've founded and managed TLP Assisted Living Healthcare & Training and TLP Ministries since 2013, coordinating community-based support, workforce development, restorative care, staffing, compliance, training, and wellness outreach.
Across UPMC and staffing assignments, I've delivered nursing care in psychiatric, long-term care, inpatient, outpatient, assisted living, and community settings. I administer medications and treatments, monitor and document patient conditions, coordinate care, provide follow-up and education, and support behavioral health patients through therapeutic communication and crisis response.
My work is grounded in patient advocacy, trauma-informed care, authentic professional relationships, and educating patients and clinic staff in fast-paced, people-first environments.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Founder / Healthcare Administrator
TLP Assisted Living Healthcare & Training / TLP Ministries
May 2013 - Present (13 years 4 months)
Founded and managed healthcare and wellness initiatives focused on community-based support services, workforce development, and restorative care. Coordinated staffing, compliance, healthcare training, scheduling, and operational activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Connelly Technical Institute
Diploma in Practical Nursing, Practical Nursing
Completed a Practical Nursing Diploma program, gaining foundational nursing skills and clinical knowledge.
Penn State University
Nursing Assistant Educator (TTE), Nursing Education
Earned a Nursing Assistant Educator (TTE) certification, preparing to teach and train nursing assistants.
Bidwell Training Institute
Certificate in Medical Billing & Coding, Medical Billing & Coding
Completed training in Medical Billing & Coding, acquiring skills in healthcare billing and coding procedures.
CCAC Downtown Campus
Certificate in Personal Care Home Administration, Healthcare Administration
Studied Personal Care Home Administration, focusing on management and operational aspects of personal care homes.
American Red Cross
CPR/AED Instructor Certification, CPR/AED Instruction
Earned CPR/AED Instructor Certification, enabling instruction of CPR and AED use.
Connelly Technical Institute
Certificate in Central Service/Surgical Technology, Surgical Technology
Completed Central Service/Surgical Technology training, gaining skills in surgical instrument processing and support.
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