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Melissa Stiwinter

Cullowhee,NC

Summary

I am a hardworking, dependable, and compassionate CNA who is patient-focused. Also, a good communicator, proficient in working with a team of skilled caregivers, who is experienced in providing excellent one on one patient care.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Hospice CNA

Four Seeasons Compassion For Life
06.2011 - Current
  • Provided compassionate care in the last years to hours of my patients life.
  • Provided expert teaching in end of life care and emotional support to caregivers and families during patients hospice journey.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.

Private Caregiver

Mary Greig
11.2021 - 01.2023


  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Private Caregiver

Betty White
09.2019 - 09.2020


  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patient to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
  • Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Managed laundry and small household tasks.

Education

Hospice And Palliative Certified Nursing Assistant

Hospice And Palliative Creditualing Center
06.2013

Certified Nursing Assistant II

Southwestern Community College
Sylva, NC
05.2013

Certified Nursing Assistant

Southwestern Community College
Sylva, NC
08.2011

Skills

  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Relationship-Building
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Medical Terminology Knowledge
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • EMR Systems
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Quality Patient Care
  • Interdisciplinary Communication

Affiliations

I have volunteered at the Community Care Clinic in Highlands, NC working as a medical assistant.

Timeline

Private Caregiver

Mary Greig
11.2021 - 01.2023

Private Caregiver

Betty White
09.2019 - 09.2020

Hospice CNA

Four Seeasons Compassion For Life
06.2011 - Current

Hospice And Palliative Certified Nursing Assistant

Hospice And Palliative Creditualing Center

Certified Nursing Assistant II

Southwestern Community College

Certified Nursing Assistant

Southwestern Community College

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