Melissa Abell
Durham,Lewis
Summary
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Maple Lawn Nursing Home
Palmyra, MO
03.2022 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
CNA in Training
Maple Lawn Nursing Home
Palmyra, MO
05.2020 - 10.2022
- Provided customized care according to individual health plan.
- Organized and managed patient charts and files.
- Worked alongside certified CNA to check vitals and tend to patient need.
- Provided informational resources to patients and families regarding treatments, guidelines and plans.
- Created positive patient experience by assisting patients with bathing, ambulating, feeding and personal and oral hygiene care.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output to report changes to medical and nursing staff.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Contributed to overall quality and care of patients by answering calls for help, taking vital signs, and monitoring behavior and physical condition for progress or deterioration.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Nursing Home Worker
Sunset Home
Quincy, IL
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Education
CNA - Nursing Assistance
Missouri Association of Nursing Home Administrator
Online08.2021
No Degree - Nursing Student
John Wood Community College
Quincy, IL12.2019
High School Diploma -
Highland High School
Lewistown, MO05.2000
Skills
- Caregiver Relations
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Emotional and Social Support
- Bedsore Prevention
- Fluid Measurement
- Linen Replacements
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Nutrition and Diet
- Feeding Assistance
- Vital Signs Collection
- Time Management
- Consistent Follow Through
- Patient Care Quality
- Quality Assurance
- Patient Safety Management
- First Aid Certification
- Willingness to Learn
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Catheter Care
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Intercultural Competence
- Care Monitoring
- Calm Under Stress
- Biohazard Disposal
- Oral Hygiene
- CNA Certification
- Biological Specimen Handling
- Patient Positioning
- CPR Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Injury Prevention
- Heavy Lifting
- Medical Terminology
- HIPAA Compliance
- Universal Precautions
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking and Prioritization
Accomplishments
A personal accomplishment for me would be when I was able to go into action at a split second and save a mans life by performing CPR.
Timeline
CNA
Maple Lawn Nursing Home
03.2022 - Current
CNA in Training
Maple Lawn Nursing Home
05.2020 - 10.2022
Nursing Home Worker
Sunset Home
08.2019 - 04.2020
CNA - Nursing Assistance
Missouri Association of Nursing Home Administrator
No Degree - Nursing Student
John Wood Community College
High School Diploma -
Highland High School