Melanie Rosario
Green Cove Springs,FL
Summary
Compassionate CNA/PCT and RBT with 10 years of clinical experience in hospitals and long-term care facilities. Delivered high-quality patient care while maintaining attention to detail. Committed to professional growth and nursing education, fostering effective communication and teamwork in healthcare settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Family Caregiver
Private Family Care
Green Cove Springs, FL
04.2021 - Current
- Provide comprehensive care for multiple family members with varying conditions
- Deliver in-home care for family members with Alzheimer's disease, Myasthenia gravis, and cancer, ensuring safety and effective health monitoring.
- Assist with all ADLs including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, and mobility to maintain comfort and dignity.
- Coordinate with healthcare providers and family to document changes in condition, behavior, and cognitive status.
- Manage medication schedules, physician appointments, and communication with medical professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Implement safety measures and fall prevention strategies to minimize risk in the home environment.
- Apply behavioral redirection and de-escalation techniques to manage agitation and confusion.
Independent Behavioral Technician
Private Client
Keystone Heights, FL
04.2025 - 11.2025
- Delivered one-on-one in-home behavioral therapy and direct care support for private client, employing ABA principles and crisis intervention skills to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to reduce problem behaviors and promote skill development using ABA techniques.
- Monitored and documented behavioral progress, adjusting strategies to align with client goals and ensure safety.
- Applied de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques to maintain a safe and structured environment.
- Engaged with family members regularly to maintain consistency across care settings, fostering collaborative support for client development.
Registered Behavioral Technician
Florida Autism Center / BlueSprig
Orange Park, FL
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Provided individualized ABA-based therapy and behavioral health support at a specialized autism center, collaborating closely with clinical teams and families to implement and document care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary care teams to implement individualized treatment plans, fostering patient independence.
- Utilized evidence-based de-escalation and behavioral intervention techniques to maintain patient safety and reduce crisis events.
- Recorded and analyzed behavioral data to track patient progress and communicate insights with clinical staff and families.
- Applied targeted verbal and nonverbal intervention strategies to enhance communication development.
Float Pool PCT
HCA Florida Memorial Hospital
Jacksonville, FL
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Delivered direct patient care across ICU, CVICU, emergency department, med-surg, and behavioral health units within a high-demand hospital float pool.
- Performed EKGs, vital signs, blood glucose checks, and intake/output monitoring across multiple units.
- Executed specimen collection, COVID-19 testing, flu screenings, and STD checks in the emergency department.
- Assisted with catheter insertions, IV setups, and central/PICC line care during emergencies.
- Delivered wound care, provided mobility assistance, and performed hygiene tasks for patients with complex medical needs.
- Adapted quickly to new unit assignments with zero ramp-up time in high-volume, fast-paced shifts.
- Applied behavioral health de-escalation techniques on behavioral health units during critical situations.
Private In-Home Caregiver
Self
Winnetka, Illinois
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided emotional support to client and family members until end of life
- Facilitated daily living activities, promoting comfort and enhancing patient well-being
- Guided daily range of motion exercises, helping maintain patient mobility and physical health
- Coordinated transportation for patient to medical appointments, ensuring timely access to healthcare
- Performed daily monitoring of vital signs and maintained thorough documentation of health status
Patient Care Technician
Concentric Healthcare Solutions
Tucson, AZ
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Provided comprehensive direct patient care in a multi-facility healthcare setting, supporting nursing staff with daily clinical operations and patient safety monitoring.
- Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff, enabling timely clinical interventions.
- Performed dressing changes, colostomy care, Foley catheter management, and wound vac system maintenance across care settings.
- Assisted patients with mobility and transfers throughout facilities, ensuring adherence to fall prevention protocols.
- Adhered to strict infection control and patient safety guidelines during all patient interactions.
Lead Certified Nursing Assistant
Village at Victory Lakes
Lindenhurst, IL
07.2015 - 05.2018
- Led a team of CNAs in a long-term care facility, supervising and mentoring new staff while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care for a variety of needs.
- Trained and mentored newly hired CNAs, established care standards, and enhanced team consistency in delivering quality patient care.
- Supported patients through end-of-life care with sensitivity and compassion, effectively communicating with families and coordinating with healthcare professionals.
- Monitored vital signs and repositioned bedridden patients while documenting patient progress to ensure seamless continuity of care.
- Measured and recorded food/fluid intake and urinary/fecal output for patients requiring close clinical monitoring.
In-Home Caregiver
Private Client
Lindenhurst, IL
03.2017 - 12.2017
- Provided compassionate end of life care for a patient with advanced cancer
- Monitored changes in condition, comfort level, and overall well-being, reporting concerns to family and healthcare providers
- Cultivated supportive relationships with family members and caregivers to enhance client care.
- Supported clients in daily living activities and personal hygiene to promote independence and comfort.
- Managed medications, meal preparations, hydration, and comfort measures to ensure holistic care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wauconda Care
Wauconda, IL
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Delivered foundational patient care in a skilled nursing facility, assisting residents with daily living activities and maintaining safety and dignity throughout.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, fostering independence and dignity in feeding, bathing, hygiene, and ambulation.
- Monitored vital signs, intake/output, and changes in patient condition, documenting and reporting findings to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Prevented pressure injuries by regularly repositioning patients and applying proper wound care techniques.
- Operated all types of transfer assistive devices to ensure safe patient mobility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grayslake North High School
Grayslake, IL05-2014
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification -
College of Lake County Tech Campus
Grayslake, IL03-2014
Some College (No Degree) -
College of Lake County
Grayslake, ILSome College (No Degree) - Nursing
Keiser University
Jacksonville, FLSkills
- Patient safety management
- EKG and telemetry acquisition
- Vital signs assessment
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Bladder scanning
- Foley catheter and ostomy management
- Wound care and dressing changes
- Wound vac assistance
- Tracheostomy management
- Ventilator support expertise
- Post-mortem care
- Team collaboration
- Acute care delivery
- Behavioral health support
- HIPAA compliance
- Infection prevention and control
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR, American Heart Association, 2026
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Active
Timeline
Independent Behavioral Technician
Private Client
04.2025 - 11.2025
Registered Behavioral Technician
Florida Autism Center / BlueSprig
11.2022 - 06.2024
Float Pool PCT
HCA Florida Memorial Hospital
12.2021 - 08.2022
Private Family Caregiver
Private Family Care
04.2021 - Current
Private In-Home Caregiver
Self
03.2020 - 03.2021
Patient Care Technician
Concentric Healthcare Solutions
08.2018 - 03.2020
In-Home Caregiver
Private Client
03.2017 - 12.2017
Lead Certified Nursing Assistant
Village at Victory Lakes
07.2015 - 05.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wauconda Care
10.2014 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Grayslake North High School
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification -
College of Lake County Tech Campus
Some College (No Degree) -
College of Lake County
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Keiser University