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Melissa Earquhart

Franklin,VA

Summary

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

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Bon Secours East Pavilion
02.2020 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.

Patient Care Technician

COASTAL CAROLINA HOSPITAL
09.2016 - 11.2019
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
  • Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Ridgeland Nursing Center
05.2014 - 10.2018
  • Assist Residents with daily living activities
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Resident Assistant

Bloom At Hilton Head
01.2014 - 05.2014
  • Assist residents with care worked with Alzheimer's residents
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
  • Changed bed linens, dumped trash, and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
  • Conducted regular room inspections to ensure adherence to residence hall policies, maintaining a clean and organized living environment.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Consulate Healthcare Of Windsor
03.2013 - 07.2013
  • Worked with Alzheimer residents and assisted with daily care where needed
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Certified Nursing Assistant

East Pavillion
06.2011 - 10.2012
  • Assist residents with daily living activities
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Nansemond Pointe Rehabilitation
02.2008 - 06.2011
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

East Pavillion Nursing home
06.2003 - 05.2005
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.

Education

DIPLOMA -

FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL
Franklin, VA
06.1985

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Compassion and empathy
  • End-of-life care
  • Emotional support
  • Feeding assistance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Toileting assistance
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Bedside manner

Certification

  • certified nurses assistant

Personal Information

  • Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
  • Authorized To Work: US for any employer

Timeline

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Bon Secours East Pavilion
02.2020 - Current

Patient Care Technician

COASTAL CAROLINA HOSPITAL
09.2016 - 11.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Ridgeland Nursing Center
05.2014 - 10.2018

Resident Assistant

Bloom At Hilton Head
01.2014 - 05.2014

Certified Nursing Assistant

Consulate Healthcare Of Windsor
03.2013 - 07.2013

Certified Nursing Assistant

East Pavillion
06.2011 - 10.2012

Certified Nursing Assistant

Nansemond Pointe Rehabilitation
02.2008 - 06.2011

Certified Nursing Assistant

East Pavillion Nursing home
06.2003 - 05.2005

DIPLOMA -

FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL

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