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Margaret Smith-Melko

Hudson,FL

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience as a CNA/Caregiver and Patient Care Technician at Bayonet Point Hospital, excelling in compassionate communication and maintaining confidentiality. Proven track record in improving patient care through effective problem-solving and proficient in medical terminology and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrates a commitment to patient well-being and safety, ensuring high-quality care. 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.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA/Caregiver/Companion

CARES
03.2021 - Current

Check to see what the resident may need as far as personal care and tend to it. Also prepare meals if wanted, light housekeeping and companionship

Patient Care Technician/Unit Secretary

Bayonet Point Hospital
06.2019 - 11.2020
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives. Vital signs and assisted with ADL's. Also helped with bedside procedures with the MD.
  • Maintained rapport with physicians, nurse,s and other healthcare personnel.
  • As Unit Secretary I called in consults,faxed to Dr's office,prepared charts for new patients and answered the phone

Certified Nursing Assistant

Bear Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
11.2015 - 05.2019

I worked with patients on a daily basis taking and recording vital signs and assuring a safe and clean work environment.

Assisted patients with daily activates and rehabilitation after surgeries.


Education

No Degree - Nursing Assistance

Clearwater Adult Education Center
Clearwater, FL
02.1983

High School Diploma -

Clearwater High School
Clearwater, FL
06.1980

Skills

  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Dressing,feeding, assisting with ADL's
  • Compassionate communication
  • Basic Life Support
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Recording vital signs

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant

Timeline

CNA/Caregiver/Companion

CARES
03.2021 - Current

Patient Care Technician/Unit Secretary

Bayonet Point Hospital
06.2019 - 11.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Bear Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
11.2015 - 05.2019

No Degree - Nursing Assistance

Clearwater Adult Education Center

High School Diploma -

Clearwater High School
  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Margaret Smith-Melko