Melanie Rodriguez
Tampa,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented nursing professional with strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care and promoting patient safety. Proven ability to contribute effectively to collaborative healthcare teams and achieve positive clinical outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Academic Alliance In Dermatology
Town & Country, FL
11.2023 - Current
- Supported providers during surgeries and medical procedures, enhancing patient safety and treatment outcomes.
- Managed post-operative care including wound dressing changes, suture removal.
- Administered lidocaine and biologic injections for effective management.
- Documented patient history to track condition progress and ensure comprehensive medical records.
- Mentored new staff on protocols and policies, fostering compliance and operational consistency.
Child Caregiver
Care.com
Tampa, FL
08.2023 - Current
- Provided a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages.
- Communicated effectively with parents about children's daily activities and needs.
- Developed engaging activities to stimulate children's learning and creativity.
- Assisted children with personal hygiene and daily routines smoothly.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Bay Dermatology
Saint Petersburg, FL
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Obtained comprehensive client medical histories, including medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Supported providers during MOHS surgery, excisions, biopsies, cultures, and cosmetic procedures.
- Performed bandage changes, wound checks, and suture removals to promote healing.
- Administered lidocaine and biologic injections to facilitate patient treatment plans.
- Educated patients on treatments and care to improve health outcomes.
NURSE HELPER
Baycare
Tampa, FL
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted patients with feeding and monitored intake to achieve nutritional goals.
- Supported daily living activities, including dressing, grooming, bathing, and ambulation.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse rate, respiration, and temperature, to support patient health.
- Prepared patients for surgery by cleaning surgical sites and positioning them appropriately.
- Performed post-operative care by transferring patients to recovery and monitoring conditions.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Hobby Lobby
North Port, FL
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Guided customers in locating and selecting merchandise across departments to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store promotions, effectively highlighting sales to customers.
- Restocked and organized front lane merchandise to improve product visibility and encourage customer purchases.
SALAD BAR ATTENDANT/CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Jason's Deli
Port Charlotte, FL
02.2018 - 11.2018
- Efficiently organized and restocked buffet salad bar and service areas to enhance customer experience.
- Complied with safety standards in food handling and buffet equipment use.
- Provided primary customer support to internal and external clients, effectively addressing inquiries in fast-paced settings.
Education
ADN - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Brandon, FL09-2026
NON-DEGREE SEEKING - Tampa, FL
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL01-2024
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HEALTH SCIENCES
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL08-2023
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - ALLIED HEALTH
The University of Tampa
Tampa, FL01-2021
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - HEALTH AIDE
State College of Florida
Venice, FL12-2018
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
North Port High School
North Port, FL05-2018
Skills
- Patient-centered care
- Clinical documentation
- Medical terminology
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Leadership skills
- Surgical care
- Medication and IV administration
- Maternal-newborn care
- Pediatric care
Certification
- Basic Life Support: American Red Cross
- CPR/AED: National CPR Foundation
Extracurricular Activities
Pre-PA Society Member
Awards
TSIC Scholarship Recipient
Languages
- English, Native
- Spanish, Native
Timeline
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Academic Alliance In Dermatology
11.2023 - Current
Child Caregiver
Care.com
08.2023 - Current
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Bay Dermatology
12.2022 - 11.2023
NURSE HELPER
Baycare
08.2021 - 12.2022
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Hobby Lobby
11.2018 - 03.2020
SALAD BAR ATTENDANT/CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Jason's Deli
02.2018 - 11.2018
ADN - Nursing
Rasmussen University
NON-DEGREE SEEKING - Tampa, FL
Hillsborough Community College
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HEALTH SCIENCES
University of South Florida
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - ALLIED HEALTH
The University of Tampa
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - HEALTH AIDE
State College of Florida
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
North Port High School