MELISSA PEYTON
Vineland
Summary
Compassionate Certified Home Health Aide with 15+ years of experience working in assisted living facilities. With a wide range of medical care skills. Focused on helping clients maintain personal hygiene and assisting with activities of daily living. Committed to emotional and social support to promote overall wellness. Energetic healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient centered care.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
CHHA
Lionsgate
Voorhees
07.2022 - Current
- Provided companionship including conversations, reading books or playing games with clients.
- Cared for patients with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias by providing emotional support and understanding of behaviors associated with the illness.
- Organized personal items like clothing, toiletries and other necessary items for patient use.
- Participated in continuing education classes to increase knowledge of geriatric care practices.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses, family members, caregivers and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Utilized appropriate lifting techniques when transferring patients from beds, wheelchairs, other surfaces while maintaining proper body mechanics.
- Took vital signs and monitored client's health status regularly.
- Provided assistance with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing and eating.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
Certified Home Health Aide
SUNCREST HOSPICE
Cherry Hill
02.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being
Patient Care Technician
Inspira Medical Center
Mullica Hill
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
Certified Home Health Aide
BAYADA
Woodbury Heights
02.2017 - 02.2022
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
Certified Home Health Aide
SPRING HILL HOME CARE SERVICES
Cherry Hill
10.2016 - 02.2022
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises and assisted with daily physical therapy routines
- Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support
Group Home Counselor
ELWYN NJ
Vineland
02.1995 - 11.2016
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Managed load of multiple cases on consistent basis.
- Documented and filed patient health reports and charts.
- Prepared patients for self-management and decision-making responsibilities.
Direct Support Professional/Medical Records Coordinator
NORTHWESTERN HUMAN SERVICES
Buena
11.2015 - 06.2016
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
Residential Manager
BENCHMARK Mine and.
Vineland
12.2014 - 06.2015
- Developed, implemented and monitored patient and resident care, performance improvement programs, policies and procedures
- Trained and coached staff to consistently meet residents' needs with caring, knowledgeable and safe support.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
Education
Criminal Justice
Cumberland County College
Vineland, NJ12-2012
High School Diploma -
Bridgeton Highschool
Bridgeton, NJ06-1993
Skills
- Clear Communication
- Care Planning
- Personal Service
- Time Management
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Team Collaboration
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- Bedside Care
- Crisis Management
- Behavior Redirection
- Compassionate Client Care
- Certified Home Health Aide
- Medication Administration
- Preparing Meals
- Infection Control Procedures
- Quick Problem Solver
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Therapy and Counseling
- Staff Training
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Team Leadership
- Verbal and Written Communication
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Inspira Medical Center
06.2024 - 12.2024
CHHA
Lionsgate
07.2022 - Current
Certified Home Health Aide
SUNCREST HOSPICE
02.2022 - Current
Certified Home Health Aide
BAYADA
02.2017 - 02.2022
Certified Home Health Aide
SPRING HILL HOME CARE SERVICES
10.2016 - 02.2022
Direct Support Professional/Medical Records Coordinator
NORTHWESTERN HUMAN SERVICES
11.2015 - 06.2016
Residential Manager
BENCHMARK Mine and.
12.2014 - 06.2015
Group Home Counselor
ELWYN NJ
02.1995 - 11.2016
Criminal Justice
Cumberland County College
High School Diploma -
Bridgeton Highschool