Demarko Medlin
CERTIFIED NURSSING ASSISTANT
Burlington,North Carolina
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Nursing Assistant with vast knowledge of medical terminology and infection control standards. Expertise in developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric care facility residents. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
NCA
Duke University
Durham, NC
10.2021 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Home Health Aide
Private Duty
Burlington, NC
04.2020 - Current
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Nursing Assistant
Alamance Healthcare Center
Burlington, NC
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Welder/Sheet Metal Mechanic
Truefab LLC
Durham, NC
06.2008 - 09.2020
- Measured installation locations with care to cut materials accurately and minimize waste
- Installed ductwork and duct accessories in homes, businesses and hospitals
- Helped team operate efficiently by keeping supplies, tools and equipment organized
- Read blueprints and schematics correctly to complete jobs accurately and prevent rework
- Completed same high level of work in hot, cold and inclement weather environments
- Fastened joints and seams together to assemble components into sheet metal products
- Used rulers, squares and scribes to measure and mark dimensions and reference lines on materials
- Performed quality finishes by trimming and deburring to create smooth surfaces and joints of assembled parts
- Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean working environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southern School of Energy And Sustainability
Durham, NC 08.2004 - 06.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Alamance Community College
Skills
Patient-focused care
Supporting personal needs
Recording vital signs
Measuring bodily fluids
Documenting behaviors
Compassionate
Trustworthy companion
Efficient and reliable team player
Adaptable
Direct Patient Care
Accomplishments
- Basic Life Support CNA - Certified Nursing
- Ssistant Selected gauges and types of sheet metal or non-metallicmaterial to meet product specifications
- Nailed and welded pieces into place by securing panelededges and machine-made molding to structures.
Certification
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
NCA
Duke University
10.2021 - Current
BLS CERTIFICATION
07-2021
Nursing Assistant
Alamance Healthcare Center
07.2021 - 12.2021
Home Health Aide
Private Duty
04.2020 - Current
Welder/Sheet Metal Mechanic
Truefab LLC
06.2008 - 09.2020
High School Diploma -
Southern School of Energy And Sustainability
08.2004 - 06.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Alamance Community College