Melanie Drummings
Aiken,SC
Summary
Service-oriented and resourceful with in-depth clinical skills and assessment training. Support patient personal care and hygiene needs with diligent assistance. Organized in keeping supplies stocked and equipment sterilized for use. Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers 16 years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Team Tech
Aiken Regional Medical Centers
Aiken, SC
10.2018 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Managed over 50 patient assistance calls per day, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently
Certified Nursing Assistant
Anchor Health And Rehab
Aiken, SC
07.2015 - 10.2018
- Answered over 50 call lights per day and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Hospice Aide
Agape Hospice & Palliative Care
Aiken, SC
08.2011 - 12.2014
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and performed oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Lander University
Greenwood, SCNo Degree - Nursing
USCA
Aiken, SCNo Degree - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06.2024
High School Diploma -
Aiken High School
Aiken, SC06.1997
Skills
- POS Systems and Ordering Platforms
- Courteous with Strong Service Mindset
- Upselling Products and Services
- CRM Software
- Customer Account Management
- Data Entry and Maintenance
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Calm and Professional Under Pressure
- Efficient and Detail-Oriented
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Customer Data Confidentiality
- Upbeat and Positive Personality
Timeline
Care Team Tech
Aiken Regional Medical Centers
10.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Anchor Health And Rehab
07.2015 - 10.2018
Hospice Aide
Agape Hospice & Palliative Care
08.2011 - 12.2014
No Degree - Nursing
Lander University
No Degree - Nursing
USCA
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Aiken High School