Melissa McGhee
East Chicago,IN
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience in multiple healthcare facilities, excelling in compassionate caregiving and critical thinking. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort through effective monitoring and safety awareness. Skilled in fostering interpersonal relationships, ensuring high-quality care and support for diverse patient needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Caretaker
Alpha in Home Care
Chicago, IL
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, maintaining comfort and dignity.
- Prepared meals and monitored dietary needs according to care plans.
- Supported medication reminders and tracked routine health observations.
- Maintained clean, safe living spaces through laundry, tidying, and sanitation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heather Healthcare Center
Harvey, IL
09.2023 - 09.2026
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported notable condition changes to nursing staff.
- Repositioned patients to support comfort and reduce pressure injury risk.
- Supported safe transfers, ambulation, and mobility using proper body mechanics.
Certified Nursing Assistant
South Holland Manor
South Holland, IL
03.2021 - 08.2023
- Documented care activities and observations accurately in patient records.
- Maintained clean, sanitary environments while following infection control protocols.
- Responded promptly to call lights and provided courteous patient assistance.
- Prepared rooms and supplies to support smooth daily care routines.
Medical Assistant
Midwest Express Urgent Care
Burbank, IL
02.2018 - 07.2021
- Collected patient histories, verified medications, and documented chief complaints in electronic health records.
- Measured vital signs, recorded pain levels, and prepared patients for urgent care evaluations.
- Assisted providers with minor procedures, wound care, and in-office treatments.
- Performed specimen collection, labeling, and processing following clinical safety standards.
Patient Care Technician
Pro Touch Staffing
Chicago, IL
04.2015 - 07.2018
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported notable condition changes to nursing staff.
- Repositioned patients to support comfort and reduce pressure injury risk.
- Supported safe transfers, ambulation, and mobility using proper body mechanics.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Samland Institute of Allied Health
Chicago, IL2013
High School Diploma -
Thornton Fractional North
Calumet City, IL05.2007
Skills
Communication and interpersonal skills
Organizational skills
Critical thinking
Excellent communication
Multitasking
Problem-solving abilities
Time management
Problem-solving
Disease prevention
Basic carpentry
OSHA requirements
Interpersonal relationships
Companionship skills
Safety awareness
Hospice support
Nutrition
Transportation assistance
Compassionate caregiving
- Communication and interpersonal skills
Certification
American Heart Association
BLS CPR and AED PROGRAM
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heather Healthcare Center
09.2023 - 09.2026
Home Caretaker
Alpha in Home Care
01.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
South Holland Manor
03.2021 - 08.2023
Medical Assistant
Midwest Express Urgent Care
02.2018 - 07.2021
Patient Care Technician
Pro Touch Staffing
04.2015 - 07.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Samland Institute of Allied Health
High School Diploma -
Thornton Fractional North