Melanie Caloger
Rosedale
Summary
Skilled Behavior Technician and CNA with a proven track record at CARD and Northwell, adept in active listening and data collection. Excelled in enhancing client and patient outcomes through innovative behavior intervention and compassionate care. Demonstrated expertise in disability awareness and documentation, significantly improving client communication and patient satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician
CARD
04.2018 - Current
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
CNA
Northwell
01.2016 - 04.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Patient Care Technician 02/2010 - 01/2016 Star Med
Star Medical
02.2012 - 01.2016
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
Activities Coordinator
Midway Nursing Home
02.2009 - 02.2012
- Coordinated, planned, developed and implemented activities designed to enrich lives of assisted living residents.
- Enhanced participant engagement by incorporating creative activities and events into the daily schedule.
- Organized diverse activities, addressing various interests and promoting social interaction among participants.
- Encouraged, supported and assisted residents with activities and documented activity attendance and degree of involvement.
- Maintained and ordered supplies for activities.
- Increased activity participation by maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment for all attendees.
- Improved event coordination efficiency by streamlining processes, resulting in smoother execution of planned activities.
- Assisted management in developing new programs for improved resident satisfaction and overall wellbeing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01-2026
Associate of Applied Science -
Plaza College
Queens, NY06-2014
Skills
- Active listening
- Data collection
- Documentation skills
- Prompting and fading strategies
- Arts and crafts instruction
- Calendar management
- Senior activities planning
- Special needs programming
- Disability awareness
- Inventory coordination
- Youth program coordination
- Resident support
- Event promotion
Certification
Mandated Reporter
CPR
OSHA
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists for those who perform some medical assistant duties.
Timeline
Behavior Technician
CARD
04.2018 - Current
CNA
Northwell
01.2016 - 04.2018
Patient Care Technician 02/2010 - 01/2016 Star Med
Star Medical
02.2012 - 01.2016
Activities Coordinator
Midway Nursing Home
02.2009 - 02.2012
Mandated Reporter
CPR
OSHA
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists for those who perform some medical assistant duties.
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science -
Plaza College
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