May Ellington
PCA/CNA
Centreville,VA
Summary
Dynamic PCA/Nurse Assistant with a proven track record of compassionate care and emotional support, honed at Self Employed Services and further enriched through diverse roles at Trader Joe’s and Micron Technology, Inc. Expert in personal hygiene assistance and behavioral management, I excel in creating supportive environments, achieving a significant improvement in client well-being.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA/Nurse Assistant
Self Employed Services
Virginia
09.2016 - Current
- Assist clients in maintaining health and preventing illness through compassionate and attentive care.
- Remind clients to take medications and explain health conditions to ensure they are informed and confident in their care.
- Provide emotional support and assist with personal hygiene, including PT exercises & light massage therapy to promote calmness & relaxation.
- Prepare healthy meals and maintain a clean, safe living space to enhance comfort essential for healing.
- Collaborate with families to coordinate care, fostering a supportive environment tailored to client needs.
- Proactively offer assistance with various tasks, such as cleaning and pet care, while prioritizing my own personal health and fitness to deliver optimal care with a positive attitude.
Store Crew Member
Trader Joe’s
Virginia
09.2016 - 09.2019
- Developed exceptional service skills in a fast-paced environment, ensuring accurate transactions at the cash registers while creating a welcoming atmosphere for customers.
- Gained experience in teamwork and organization through receiving deliveries, skills that are essential for coordinating care in healthcare settings.
- Maintained attention to detail and efficiency while stocking shelves, vital for ensuring a safe and clean environment.
- Provided knowledgeable answers to customer inquiries, reflecting a commitment to educating and supporting others.
- Fostered a friendly shopping experience, translating to a compassionate environment for patients and ensuring they feel valued.
- Assisted families in finding healthy food options, contributing to their overall well-being.
Manufacturing Technician
Micron Technology, Inc.
Virginia
12.2010 - 09.2016
- Equipment operation & troubleshooting in this role helped me develop a keen attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.
- Identified issues & prioritized tasks to ensure timely team assistance and support.
- Collaborated with supervisors to address workflow challenges, enhancing understanding of the importance of communication and teamwork.
- Committed to fostering a solid team environment that prioritizes well-being, efficiency, communication & advocacy.
Education
Certification - CNA
01.2025
Certification - BLS, AED, CPR, First-Aid
11.2024
Skills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavioral management
- Emotional support
- Dementia care
- Compassionate care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Emergency response
- Meal preparation
- End-of-life care
- Infection control
- Diabetes management
- Continuing education
- Nutrition monitoring
- Medical terminology
- Transfer techniques
- Cultural sensitivity
- Seizure precautions
- Daily living assistance
- Safety awareness
- Medication reminders
- Patient documentation
- Mobility support
- Client advocacy
- Family support
- Adaptive equipment knowledge
- Care plan implementation
- Physical therapy assistance
- Rehabilitation support
- Range of motion exercises
- Oxygen therapy
- Feeding assistance
- CPR certification
- Basic life support
- Patient observation
- Mobility assistance
- Adaptable
- ADL support
- Patient positioning
- Patient services
- Infection control standards
- Wound care
- Infection prevention
- Healthy meal preparation
- Qualified in patient transport
- Professional bedside manner
- Catheter care
- Corrective action planning
- Sterilization techniques
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Specimen collection
- Clinical training
- Hospice and palliative care
- Patient education
- Data collection
- Medical equipment operation
- Medical laboratory procedures
- Mobility assistance aptitude
- High level of autonomy
- Information protection
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Acute care
- Safety protocols
- Patient advocacy
- Health monitoring
- Physical therapy support
- Healthcare expertise
- Basic nursing care
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Patient hygiene management
- Bed preparation
- Monitoring patient conditions
- Patient assistance
- Vitals documentation
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Restocking supplies
- Feeding assistance specialist
- Calm under stress
- Time management
- Care monitoring
- Empathy and compassionate care
- Patient-focused care
- Patient care
- Patient relations
- Personal care aide (PCA)
- Attention to detail
- Direct patient care
- Light housekeeping
- Patient safety management
- Patient relationship building
- Room cleaning and restocking
- Companionship and emotional support
- Behavior redirection
- Recording vital signs
- Support services
- Family communication
- Documenting behaviors
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PCA/Nurse Assistant - Self Employed Services
09.2016 - Current
Store Crew Member - Trader Joe’s
09.2016 - 09.2019
Manufacturing Technician - Micron Technology, Inc.
12.2010 - 09.2016
Difference Makers - Certification, CNA
American Heart Association - Certification, BLS, AED, CPR, First-Aid