MELISSA CASTRO
Boston,Massachusetts
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner, and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs. Helpful professional committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, documenting observations, and examining for symptoms. Compassionate approach to dealing with those under duress.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Instead Care
Lexington, Massachusetts
10.2023 - 05.2025
- Instructed family members regarding proper home care techniques and infection control procedures.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tufts Medical Center
Boston, Massachusetts
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Vital Signs/EKG/Fingersticks
- Assist Nurses with patient care
- Answer call lights
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technologist
Roxbury Community College
Boston, MA05-2025
Associates Degree - Health Sciences
ROXBURY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Boston, Ma05-2022
Skills
- Great Communication
- Fast Learner
- Problem Solving
- Patient Care
- Time Management
- CPR/ BLS Certified
- Fluoroscopy Experience
- C-Arm Experience
Certification
- CNA Certification
- BLS Certification
References
Reference available upon request
Languages
- Cape Verdean Creole
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Instead Care
10.2023 - 05.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tufts Medical Center
08.2020 - 08.2023
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technologist
Roxbury Community College
Associates Degree - Health Sciences
ROXBURY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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