Melissa Dede
Oak Ridge,TN
Summary
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.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tennova Healthcare - Turkey Creek Medical Center
06.2023 - 01.2024
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
National Healthcare - Oak Ridge
08.2022 - 06.2023
- 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.
- 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.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Supported needs of 150 residents under long-term care.
Patient Care Associate
Covenant Health Systems
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
Hospital Corpsman Second Class
United States Navy, USN
05.1995 - 04.2003
- Improved patient care by effectively administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided critical support during emergency situations, ensuring prompt and effective response to save lives.
- Maintained a safe and sterile environment for surgeries, minimizing risks of infection or complications.
- Safeguarded sensitive medical information through diligent adherence to privacy regulations such as HIPAA guidelines.
- Provided emergency medical care and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
- Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
- Administered medications through injections and IVs in compliance with physician orders.
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Supported medical staff in providing patient care in high-demand hospital environment.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South College
Knoxville, TN2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medical Careers Institute
Virginia Beach2011
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA2007
Skills
- Patient Lifting
- Quality Assurance
- Observing responses
- Patient Relations
- Direct Patient Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Care plan implementation
- Patient-focused care
- Reliable team player
- EMR / EHR
- CNA Certification
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tennova Healthcare - Turkey Creek Medical Center
06.2023 - 01.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
National Healthcare - Oak Ridge
08.2022 - 06.2023
Patient Care Associate
Covenant Health Systems
04.2018 - 04.2019
Hospital Corpsman Second Class
United States Navy, USN
05.1995 - 04.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Roane State Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medical Careers Institute
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Tidewater Community College
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