Melissa Boik
Bloomsburg,PA
Summary
Ambitious, compassionate 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. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Griswold Home Health Care
03.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shift Med
03.2021 - 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bloomsburg Health Care
04.2017 - 05.2021
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Education
General Studies
Bloomsburg University
Bloomsburg, PADental Assisting
Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PAHigh School Diploma -
Columbia Montour Vocational Technical High School
Bloomsburg, PA06.2010
Skills
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Family Support and Assistance
- Responding to Emergencies
- First Aid
- Social Perceptiveness
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Trustworthy Companion
- Disability Care
- Monitor Vitals
- Wheelchair Assistance
- Emotional Intelligence
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Life Support Certification
- Advanced First Aid/CPR
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Griswold Home Health Care
03.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shift Med
03.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bloomsburg Health Care
04.2017 - 05.2021
General Studies
Bloomsburg University
Dental Assisting
Luzerne County Community College
High School Diploma -
Columbia Montour Vocational Technical High School
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