Melissa Thornton
Halifax,VA
Summary
Direct care professional well-versed in assisting elderly individuals to meet medical and emotional needs. Trained in appointment, medication and household management. Devoted to providing companionship and attentive care.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty Caregiver
Consumer Direct Care
South Boston, VA
02.2021 - Current
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
- Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
- Kept household areas clean and well-stocked, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Safety Officer
Virginia Center For Behavioral Rehabilitation
Burkeville, VA
03.2017 - 01.2021
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
- Prepared relevant SRM documents in conformance with Safety Management System (SMS) order.
- Served as primary backup to officer in charge with various responsibilities related to compliance, operations management, and staff supervision.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
Education
GED -
Southside Virginia Community College
Alberta, VA 09.2013 - 01.2021
Higher Education Center
Halifax, VA 05.2021 - Current
Skills
Progress documentation
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Higher Education Center
05.2021 - Current
Private Duty Caregiver
Consumer Direct Care
02.2021 - Current
Safety Officer
Virginia Center For Behavioral Rehabilitation
03.2017 - 01.2021
GED -
Southside Virginia Community College
09.2013 - 01.2021
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