Associates Degree in Nursing
Melissa Stubbs
Registered Nurse
Saco,ME
Summary
I'm an industrious new graduate nursing professional offering teamwork abilities, compassion, and assessment skills to increase the abundance of caring nurses who currently work for Mercy. I'm passionate about delivering holistic care to individuals that maintain dignity, privacy, and skilled support, with experience in collecting vitals, documenting behaviors, and discussing changing conditions with a team of caregivers. I'm dedicated to my nursing career and have 15 years of healthcare experience as a CNA, eager to build upon patient care success, medication administration, IV therapy, and clinical nursing skills. I have received outstanding reviews for attention to detail, work ethic, and team mindedness in prior healthcare settings.
Overview
1
1
5
5
years of post-secondary education
15
15
Years of Nursing Experience as a CNA
Work History
Registered Nursing Student
Southern Maine Community College
South Portland, ME
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Met with patient to make introductions, inquire about needs and offer assistance.
- Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care.
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Monitored medications, noted side effects and reported issues to senior staff.
- Changed out and monitored bandages, catheters and IVs.
- Researched different diagnoses to become familiar with presentation and treatment protocols.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Communicated with patients and family members and provided updated information.
- Monitored each patient to meet appropriate care and document status changes.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update physicians.
- Reviewed care plans and assessed alignment with long-term and short-term care goals.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
Certified Nursing Assistant
CNA, COR Health
Portland, ME
08.2018 - Current
- I work different facilities throughout southern Maine.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Cared for average of 42 patients per night shift in a long-term care and Rehabilitation facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
INTERIM HEALTH CARE
South Portland, ME
01.2017 - 01.2019
- CNA working in many different facilities with a wide range of patient ages and disabilities /disorders.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Spectrum
Westbrook, ME
08.2017
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep nurses informed of changes.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Family
Gray, ME
10.2013 - 01.2016
- Cared for my grandmother while her health was failing.
- Due to her respiratory status and being lonely, she went into a nursing home
- Assisted with mobility needs, including moving to and from bed, cleaning wheelchairs and preparing assistive device.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Taught how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Administered medications and monitored response to medications.
- Evaluated, implemented and designed a tailored health care plan specific to her needs and concerns.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during grandfathers death.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Delegated tasks and provided leadership for two support personnel.
- Gathered laboratory samples, monitored fluids and read test results to make accurate care decisions.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
Certified Nursing Assistant; Dementia Care
Avita Of Stroudwater
Westbrook, ME
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as dementia, schizophrenia, Lewy body dementia, Alzheimer's disease and behavioral/emotional disturbances.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Personal Care Assistant
G and J Solutions
Naples, ME
03.2012 - 07.2014
- I cared for a handicapped woman that is paralyzed from the waist down.
- I cared for her ostomies'
- I assisted with an on call system for emergencies and care needs.
- Kept close eye on client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Helped client maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor's appointments.
- Provided safe mobility support to help move around personal and public spaces.
- Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching and strength building.
- Helped family members plan healthy meals, purchase ingredients and cook meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Kept patients mentally alert by entertaining, conversing and reading aloud to patients.
- Offered social support by transporting individuals to events and activities, in addition to medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements, including keeping spaces clean and helping with grooming.
- Shopped for groceries regularly in order to keep house stocked with necessities.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Documented behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patient to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications through setting up and administering
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern Maine Community College
South Portland, ME 08.2015 - Current
C.N.A. - Nursing
Southern Maine Community College
South Portland, ME 02.2006 - 02.2006
Skills
Privacy and confidentiality
Patient Assessments
Collecting vitals
Insulin medication assistance
Medication Administration
EMR / EHR
Patient and family advocacy
Wound care
Responding to emergencies
Supporting personal needs
Feeding assistance expert
Companionship and emotional support
Patient Management
Measuring bodily fluids
Conducting intakes
Patient-focused care
Recording vital signs
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Documenting behaviors
Compassionate caregiver
Direct Patient Care
Certification
BLS, Code One - 01/02/2019-01/2021
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
CNA, COR Health
08.2018 - Current
Registered Nursing Student
Southern Maine Community College
01.2018 - 12.2020
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Spectrum
08.2017
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
INTERIM HEALTH CARE
01.2017 - 01.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern Maine Community College
08.2015 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant; Dementia Care
Avita Of Stroudwater
01.2014 - 01.2016
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Family
10.2013 - 01.2016
Personal Care Assistant
G and J Solutions
03.2012 - 07.2014
C.N.A. - Nursing
Southern Maine Community College
02.2006 - 02.2006