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Melanie Rodman

COTTAGE GROVE

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Prestige Care and Rehabilitation, excelling in patient-focused care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient wellbeing through effective communication and reliable support, while ensuring HIPAA compliance and delivering high-quality personal care services. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes and fostering positive relationships.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nurses Aide

Pacs
10.2024 - Current
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake

Certified Nursing Assistant

Prestige Care And Rehabilitation
07.2012 - 10.2024
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.

Home Health Provider

Senior and Disabled Services
09.2020 - 03.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families through regular updates on their loved one''s condition and progress towards goals.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments upon initial visit to identify patient needs accurately and establish an effective plan of care accordingly.
  • Utilized adaptive equipment as necessary to aid clients in completing daily tasks safely while preserving personal autonomy.
  • Coordinated medical appointments for patients, providing transportation when needed and facilitating communication between healthcare providers.
  • Assisted patients with mobility challenges using appropriate transfer techniques to prevent injuries.
  • Performed wound care treatments and monitored healing progress for optimal recovery results.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions for patients by closely monitoring vital signs and medication adherence.
  • Ensured compliance with all HIPAA regulations while maintaining patient confidentiality throughout the caregiving process.
  • Delivered quality post-operative care resulting in reduced recovery times for surgical patients under my supervision.
  • Educated clients on proper nutrition, exercise, and self-care habits for improved health outcomes.
  • Maintained a safe home environment for patients by conducting thorough assessments and implementing necessary modifications.
  • Improved client wellbeing by engaging them in social activities such as conversation, games, or outings when appropriate.
  • Monitored blood glucose levels regularly for diabetic clients to maintain optimum health conditions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and personalized home care services.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant 2 - Healthcare

Unsure
Junction City, OR
2013

Certified Nurses Assistant - Healthcare

New Horizons
Eugene, OR
2003

Skills

  • Reliable team player
  • Patient care
  • Basic life support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Direct patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient-focused care
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Inpatient care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Catheter change and preparation
  • Ostomy care
  • G tube meal bag prep
  • Blood sugar readings
  • Cast removal

Timeline

Certified Nurses Aide

Pacs
10.2024 - Current

Home Health Provider

Senior and Disabled Services
09.2020 - 03.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Prestige Care And Rehabilitation
07.2012 - 10.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant 2 - Healthcare

Unsure

Certified Nurses Assistant - Healthcare

New Horizons

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