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Melissa Gamez

Chandler,AZ

Summary

Compassionate New Graduate Nurse with diverse clinical experience in medical-surgical, critical care, behavioral health, pediatrics, and women’s health. Bilingual with strong therapeutic communication skills to engage diverse patient populations. Previous leadership experience managing multi-site teams highlights strong organization and collaborative teamwork. Dedicated to delivering safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care in fast-paced healthcare environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate

Tide Dry Cleaners
Chandler, USA
10.2018 - Current

-Delivered exceptional customer service for drop off/ pick up orders.

-Filed customer claims and ensures satisfaction with follow up.

-Managed solo shifts and multitasked under pressure.

Virtual Patient Companion

CommonSpirit Health
Phoenix, USA
05.2025 - 07.2025

-Monitored high-risk patients via video and escalated safety concerns.

-Communicated with bedside staff and coordinated responses.

-Documented observations and ensured accurate reporting.

District Manager

Tide Dry Cleaners
East Valley, USA
07.2021 - 07.2022
  • -Managed 10+ locations and supported 50+ employees.
  • -Resolved escalated customer concerns and coordinated daily operations.
  • -Maintained communication with staff.

Education

Associates - Applied Science of Nursing

Mesa Community College
AZ
05-2026

CNA -

Mesa Community College
AZ
10-2023

Skills

  • Medical terminology
  • HIPAA knowledge
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Patient advocacy
  • Metric system
  • Computer skills
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Works well under pressure
  • Bilingual

Certification

• BLS/CPR Certified, 12/25, AZ
• Certified Nursing Assistant, 10/23, AZ

Clinical Rotations

-Assisted with patient care tasks such as vital signs, hygiene, feeding, and mobility. 

-Observed patient behavior and reported changes to nursing staff. 

-Practiced patient-centered care and documentation under RN supervision. 

-Worked with diverse patient populations. 

-Provided therapeutic communication.

-Capstone Placement/ PCU

May 2026

Banner Baywood Hospital- 36 hours

-Block 4 Clinicals/ Critical Care and Pediatrics

January 2026- April 2026

HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborne Medical Center- 60 hours

Phoenix Children's Hospital- 24 hours

Playa Del Rey Elementary School- 8 hours

-Block 3 Clinicals/ Med-Surg II and OB

August 2025-December 2025

Banner Baywood Hospital- 60 hours

Banner University Medical Center- 36 hours

-Block 2 Clinicals/ Med-Surg I and Psych

January 2025-March 2025

Chandler Regional Medical Center- 60 hours

Aurora Behavioral Health System- Tempe- 16hrs

-Block 1 Clinicals/ Long-Term Care

October 2024-November 2024

Montecito Post Acute Care & Rehabilitation- 72 hours

-CNA Clinicals/ Long-Term Care and Hospital

September 2023- October 2023

Mission Palms and Banner Baywood Hospital- 48 hours

Timeline

Virtual Patient Companion

CommonSpirit Health
05.2025 - 07.2025

District Manager

Tide Dry Cleaners
07.2021 - 07.2022

Associate

Tide Dry Cleaners
10.2018 - Current

Associates - Applied Science of Nursing

Mesa Community College

CNA -

Mesa Community College
Melissa Gamez