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Melissa Leonard

Milwaukee

Summary

Dedicated Medical Assistant with 10 years Nurses Aide expertise in hospice care. Committed to providing the best medical support to enhance patient experiences in healthcare settings .

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurses Aide

Elizabeth Residence Senior Care
New Berlin
06.2024 - 11.2025
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care.
  • Documented patient information accurately in care logs and reports.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care, including medication administration.
  • Assisted patients in transferring from bed to wheelchair using appropriate safety techniques.
  • Provided emotional support for family members during difficult times.
  • Collected specimens for laboratory testing according to established protocols.

Provided comprehensive hospice care, addressing patients' physical and emotional needs.

Nurses Aide

Deerview Meadows Assisted Living
Medford
07.2018 - 01.2022
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care to enhance comfort and independence.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas to promote a safe and welcoming environment.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Documented patient information accurately in care logs and reports.
  • Provided emotional support for family members during difficult times.
  • Assisted nurses with medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and administering medication.
  • Helped transfer patients from bed to wheelchair and vice versa using appropriate safety techniques.
  • Encouraged socialization among residents through activities such as reading books or playing games.

CNA

Care Partners Assisted Living
Medford
05.2015 - 06.2018
  • Monitored vital signs and documented changes to inform patient care decisions.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to coordinate effective patient care delivery.
  • Communicated effectively with healthcare team regarding patient care plans.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families, enhancing their coping during challenging times.

Education

Medical Assistant - Nursing

Milwaukee Career College
Milwaukee, WI
02-2026

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Medication administration
  • Healthcare teamwork
  • Emotional support
  • Communication skills

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Nurses Aide

Elizabeth Residence Senior Care
06.2024 - 11.2025

Nurses Aide

Deerview Meadows Assisted Living
07.2018 - 01.2022

CNA

Care Partners Assisted Living
05.2015 - 06.2018

Medical Assistant - Nursing

Milwaukee Career College
Melissa Leonard