Melinda LaFaver
Watertown,NY
Summary
Accomplished CNA with a proven track record at Samaritan Keep Home, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and expert patient transfers. Leveraged electronic charting skills to improve health record accuracy at Ciox Healthcare, ensuring compliance and patient privacy. Demonstrates a unique blend of empathy and technical proficiency, significantly elevating patient care standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Samaritan Keep Home
03.2017 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Medical Chart Auditor
Ciox Healthcare
06.2014 - 01.2017
- Contributed to the optimization of electronic health record systems by providing feedback on areas requiring improvement or modification.
- Prevented legal issues by identifying potential areas of non-compliance and recommending appropriate remedial actions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations during all stages of the auditing process.
- Ensured timely completion of audit projects through effective planning and prioritization, meeting organizational deadlines consistently.
- Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
CNA
United Helpers Nursing Home
01.2010 - 03.2014
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
HHA
HSNNY
06.2008 - 12.2009
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for patients, reducing the risk of accidents or infections.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, promoting dignity and selfconfidence.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in various daily activities.
- Transported patients safely to appointments, errands, or social outings, ensuring timely arrival and an enjoyable experience.
CNA
United Helpers
04.2004 - 04.2009
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
Education
High School Diploma -
Madrid-Waddington Central School
Madrid06.2008
Skills
- Patient Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Patient Transfers
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Lifting
- End of life care
- Electronic Charting
- Geriatric Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Condition Monitoring
Timeline
CNA
Samaritan Keep Home
03.2017 - Current
Medical Chart Auditor
Ciox Healthcare
06.2014 - 01.2017
CNA
United Helpers Nursing Home
01.2010 - 03.2014
HHA
HSNNY
06.2008 - 12.2009
CNA
United Helpers
04.2004 - 04.2009
High School Diploma -
Madrid-Waddington Central School
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