Melanie Sobchuk
Folsom,CA
Summary
Experienced Caregiver with 15 years in elder care. Proven ability to enhance patient care and optimize health outcomes through expert medication management and compassionate support. Certified in CPR, with strong skills in communication and team coordination.
Professional Summary
Certified Medication Technician (Med Tech) with 2 years of dedicated experience delivering high-quality, compassionate care in fast-paced residential and assisted living environments. Proven track record of managing accurate medication administration logs (MAR) for large resident populations while maintaining strict compliance with health regulations. Adept at recognizing critical changes in patient vitals, responding to emergencies calmly, and fostering strong, trust-based relationships with residents and their families.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Technician
Prairie City Landing
2024.03 - 2026.09
- Administered medications accurately while following resident care plans and scheduled dosage requirements.
- Documented medication records and resident observations in electronic health systems.
- Monitored residents for side effects, changes in condition, and medication compliance.
- Communicated concerns promptly to nursing staff and updated care teams on resident needs.
- Prepared medication supplies, organized carts, and maintained clean, sanitary work areas.
- Verified physician orders and assisted with routine health support tasks for residents.
- Followed HIPAA, safety, and infection-control procedures during daily medication support.
- Responded calmly to resident requests and supported timely care delivery across shifts.
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens to obtain samples for analysis.
Medical Technician
Well Quest Of Granite Bay
2025.10 - 2026.06
- Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Updated patient records accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper documentation and communication between healthcare professionals.
- Maintained a sterile work environment, adhering to strict safety guidelines for optimal patient care.
Adult Caregiver
Traditions Of Beavercreek
2021.11 - 2023.12
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and daily living activities
- Monitored resident wellbeing and reported changes in condition to nursing staff
- Supported mobility, transfers, and safe ambulation using proper lifting techniques
- Prepared meals and assisted with feeding according to individual care plans
- Maintained clean, organized living spaces while following infection control procedures
- Documented care activities, observations, and incident details accurately and promptly
- Responded calmly to resident needs, emergencies, and comfort requests
- Encouraged resident independence while providing respectful, compassionate support
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Conducted regular safety checks on patient environments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
Personal Care Assistant
The Villages of Southern Hills
2015.12 - 2019.08
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other daily living activities.
- Monitored resident comfort and promptly reported changes in condition to nursing staff.
- Supported safe mobility with transfers, ambulation, and wheelchair assistance.
- Provided medication reminders and reinforced scheduled care routines.
Certified Nurse Aide Technician
Life Care of Escondido
2009.05 - 2015.06
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other daily living needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported condition changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Repositioned and transferred residents safely using proper body mechanics and lift equipment.
- Responded to call lights and provided timely support for resident comfort and safety.
- Documented care activities accurately in resident records and shift reports.
- Supported meal service by setting up trays, feeding residents, and tracking intake.
- Maintained infection control standards through proper hand hygiene and equipment cleaning.
- Communicated resident concerns clearly to nurses to ensure coordinated, continuous care.
- Improved patient care by efficiently managing daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and feeding patients.
- Facilitated timely patient transfers by assisting with safe mobility techniques and proper equipment usage.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding Certified Nurse Aide Technician duties throughout all performed tasks.
- Assisted with end-of-life care, offering emotional support to both patients and their families during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including intake/output records and progress notes for nursing staff review.
- Developed trust and rapport with patients through empathetic listening, demonstrating compassion in addressing their concerns.
- Increased efficiency with routine tasks such as taking vital signs, recording medical histories, and obtaining specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Upheld privacy standards according to HIPAA guidelines when discussing sensitive patient information with other healthcare professionals or family members involved in the care plan process.
Education
No Degree -
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA2008-08
No Degree -
Kaplan College
San Diego, CA2009-08
GED -
GED
Escondido2009-05
Skills
- Medication Management
- Patient Care
- Health Assessment
- Care Plan Development
- Communication Skills
- Team Coordination
- Safety Protocols
- Infection Control
- Patient vital taking
- Maintaining equipment
Certification
- MT - Medical Technician
Timeline
Medical Technician
Well Quest Of Granite Bay
2025.10 - 2026.06
Medical Technician
Prairie City Landing
2024.03 - 2026.09
Adult Caregiver
Traditions Of Beavercreek
2021.11 - 2023.12
Personal Care Assistant
The Villages of Southern Hills
2015.12 - 2019.08
Certified Nurse Aide Technician
Life Care of Escondido
2009.05 - 2015.06
No Degree -
Kaplan College
No Degree -
Palomar College
GED -
GED