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Melissa Bryant

Amityville,NY

Summary

Skilled and certified nurse aide with strong background in customer service, administration and clinical care. Detail oriented, intuitive and dedicated to quality care. 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.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA, Float Pool

Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
02.2022 - Current
  • Improved patient care by providing consistent and compassionate assistance in daily living activities.
  • Enhanced the overall well-being of patients through assisting with personal hygiene tasks and grooming.
  • Supported patients'' mobility by safely transferring them to and from beds, wheelchairs, or other equipment.
  • Reduced fall incidents by regularly monitoring patients'' movements and implementing appropriate interventions.
  • Promoted a positive environment for patients, family members, and staff through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during difficult medical procedures or treatments, easing their anxiety and stress levels.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain current knowledge of best practices in nursing care and stay up-to-date on regulatory changes.
  • Facilitated patient recovery by conducting range-of-motion exercises as prescribed by physical therapists.
  • Improved patient safety by performing regular room checks to ensure a clean, hazard-free environment was maintained at all times.

Telesitter Programe

Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
02.2022 - Current

Virtual monitoring attendants are responsible for continuous observation of patients who require close monitoring in a hospital setting. They use video surveillance to monitor patients and maintain communication through the phone or computer 1. They also document the activities of the patient every half hour or as required by organizational policy 1. Virtual monitoring attendants work cooperatively with the nursing staff and other patient health care personnel to maintain a safe environment and ensure optimal patient safety and comfort .

Certified Nursing Assistant

Affinity Skilled Living
09.2018 - 05.2022
  • Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • 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.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
  • Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
  • Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
  • Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Our Lady of Consolation Nursing & Rehabilitative Care Center
09.1998 - 02.2022
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
  • Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.

Education

Cna -

Eastern Suffolk Boces Adult Education Center
Brentwood, NY
07.1997

High school diploma -

Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School
Copiague, NY
06.1996

Skills

  • Active listening
  • Speaking
  • Monitoring
  • English language
  • Reading comprehension
  • Learning strategies
  • Time management
  • Public safety
  • Customer and personal service
  • Coordination
  • Complex problem solving
  • A five learning
  • Troubleshooting
  • Patient Transportation
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Basic Life Support
  • Patient Care Coordination
  • Dressing Assistance
  • Compassionate Care
  • Active Listening
  • Problem Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Stress Management
  • Medical Terminology
  • Time Management
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Critical Thinking
  • Infection Control
  • Healthcare Ethics
  • Toileting Assistance
  • Team Collaboration
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Cultural Competence
  • Electronic Charting
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Medical Terminology Knowledge
  • Observing Responses
  • Transporting Patients
  • Care Plan Implementation

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Timeline

CNA, Float Pool

Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
02.2022 - Current

Telesitter Programe

Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
02.2022 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Affinity Skilled Living
09.2018 - 05.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Our Lady of Consolation Nursing & Rehabilitative Care Center
09.1998 - 02.2022

Cna -

Eastern Suffolk Boces Adult Education Center

High school diploma -

Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School
Melissa Bryant