Melissa Marquinez
Camden,NJ
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant experienced in delivering compassionate care in long-term and hospital settings. Provided crucial support in critical care, pre-op, medical-surgical, and post-op environments while prioritizing patient comfort through effective communication and attention to detail. Contributed to patient education and collaborated with nursing staff by anticipating needs and taking the initiative to enhance care delivery.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes
Camden, Nj
03.2015 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical personnel promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Documented patient information accurately in an electronic health records system.
CNA
All American Healthcare Services
New Brunswick, New Jersey
01.2015 - Current
- Worked for Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes and various long-term care facilities, including Lutheran Crossings in Moorestown and Elmwood in Blackwood, providing compassionate patient care.
- Upheld patient dignity and minimized pain while performing essential duties such as diapering, bedpan care, feeding, and assisting with personal grooming and bathing.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance with daily living activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted patients with mobility and transferred them safely as needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Genesis Healthcare Corporation
Pennsauken Township, New Jersey
05.2011 - 09.2015
- Assessed patient vital signs, checked blood sugar, monitored patients during post-operative care in hospital and long-term care settings, ensuring adherence to care protocols.
- Complies with all safety and privacy guidelines and ensures prompt and appropriate care by maintaining accurate and detailed patient records and updating the medical team regarding patient status
- Dispensed medication and managed routine activities, including turning patients and restocking supplies, to support nursing staff and enhance patient care.
- Supports hospital and long care facilities' mission of providing the best quality care by helping visitors or patient families, and taking on other duties as needed
Education
Diploma -
Camden High School
Camden, New JerseySkills
- vital signs monitoring
- electronic health records
- patient documentation
- Patient Mobility
- Patient Safety
- Attention to Detail
- HIPAA / Handling of Confidential Information
- Compassion & Empathy
Professional Skills
Expert, Expert, Expert, Expert
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes
03.2015 - Current
CNA
All American Healthcare Services
01.2015 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Genesis Healthcare Corporation
05.2011 - 09.2015
Diploma -
Camden High School