Melissa Dominguez
Austin,TX
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant 14 year's experience bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings and mental health 3 year's experience. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA & Lead BHT
Cross Creek Hospital
Austin, TX
01.2020 - Current
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- 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.
Mental Health Technician
Georgetown Behavioral Hospital
Georgetown, TX
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Charted on each patient daily
- Supervised care for 31 mental health patients in 118-bed facility
- Reviewed documentation for compliance with requirements and accuracy of information
- Accurately recorded and reported test results according to established procedures
- Engaged patients with games, crafts, cooking, music, reading and other activities
- Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's
- Ensured that clients and families were treated with respect and dignity
Rehabilitation Technician
PAM Rehabilitation Hospital
Round Rock, TX
12.2018 - 07.2019
- Communicated back to nurses and therapists regarding patient performance and condition
- Helped residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring
- Completed all daily living tasks to enhance the quality of life of elderly patients
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming
- Assisted patients with daily functions
- Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's
- Closely collaborated with management team to make necessary improvements and satisfy resident needs
Home Daycare Provider
Tiny Playhouse Daycare
Jarrell, TX
03.2012 - 01.2019
- Maintained a safe play environment by emphasizing and maintaining cleanliness and organization
- Monitored each student’s educational progress with individualized charts and files
- Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others
- Prepared, served and cleaned up daily meals for 12 children
- Managed an in-home daycare with 1 infants, 5 toddlers and preschoolers and 6 school-aged children
- Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication
- Communicated with children in developmentally appropriate way
- Offered well-balanced and nutritious menu options
- Designed monthly activity schedules
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and using the toilet
- 4 years daycare supervisory experience
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cedar Park Regional Medical Center
Cedar Park, TX
11.2011 - 06.2012
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination
- Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels
- Provided pre- and post-operative care
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients
- Helped residents programming goals and increase their independence
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients’ condition or environment
- Obtained household supplies and ran daily errands
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles
Certified Nursing Assistant
Select Specialty Hospital
San Antonio, TX
01.2008 - 12.2011
- Took advantage of opportunities for continuing education, quality assurance and performance improvement activities
- Member in good standing with Nurse Aide Registry
- Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus
- Provided a comforting and soothing environment
Certified Nursing Assistant
Methodist Heart Hospital
San Antonio, TX
01.2008 - 11.2011
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care
- Certified that equipment and supplies were properly maintained for quality patient care and safety
- Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care
- Effectively managed clinical oversight for 44-bed unit
- Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas, and intracranial hematomas
- Charge nurse on neonatal and pediatric floor. Oversaw average of 12 patients per shift
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients
- Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis
Education
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Academy of Nurses Assistant
San Antonio, TX2008
High School Diploma -
West Campus High School
San Antonio, TX1996
Skills
- CPR/First Aid certified 2008
- Mental Health experience since 2019
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Observation Documentation
- Heavy Lifting
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Behavior Observation
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Restraint
Custom
Jose Moreno
sorz12@gmail.com
512-350-7837
Richard Bernard
richardbernard80@gmail.com
512-621-2982
Immunization Record
Johnson & Johnson - June 2021
Booster Moderna - December 2021
Timeline
CNA & Lead BHT
Cross Creek Hospital
01.2020 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Georgetown Behavioral Hospital
05.2019 - 01.2020
Rehabilitation Technician
PAM Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2018 - 07.2019
Home Daycare Provider
Tiny Playhouse Daycare
03.2012 - 01.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cedar Park Regional Medical Center
11.2011 - 06.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
Select Specialty Hospital
01.2008 - 12.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant
Methodist Heart Hospital
01.2008 - 11.2011
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Academy of Nurses Assistant
High School Diploma -
West Campus High School
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