MELISSA L HALL
Roanoke,VA
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant offering 11 years of experience in healthcare environments. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.
Dedicated professional committed to optimal patient care and assisting medical staff with critical support. Expert in collecting specimens, cleaning rooms, and managing dietary needs. Service-focused professional possessing exceptional organizational abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Terra Bella Senior
Roanoke, NV
05.2023 - 04.2026
- Do Bathing, Dressing Groom, feed, tolenting,
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident living areas and equipment.
- Communicated effectively with residents, families, and healthcare team members.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Supported rehabilitation exercises under the direction of physical therapists.
- Educated residents on health management and wellness practices regularly.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss resident care plans and needs.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
CNA
Brandon Oaks Health & Rehab
Roanoke, VA
09.2022 - 04.2023
CNA Caregiver
FRIENDSHIP MANOR NORTH
Roanoke, VA
05.2020 - 07.2022
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment
- Used mobility devices to transport patients
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
CNA Caregiver
Brookdale Salem
Salem, VA
07.2015 - 05.2021
Histology Technician
Carilion Health Systems
Roanoke, VA
07.2010 - 02.2010
Education
CNA - CNA License
FastTrack
Roanoke, VAHistology Technician - Deasase
Community Hospital of Roanoke Valley
Roanoke, VAHigh School Diploma -
Patrick Henry High School
RoanokeSkills
- Preparing meals
- Grooming and bathing assistance
- Monitoring fluids
- Calm and level-headed under stress
- Catheter change and preparation
- Collecting specimens
- Infection control procedures
- Collecting vital signs
- Performing patient intakes
- Quick problem solver
- Vital sign monitoring
- Assistance with mobility
- HIPAA compliance
- Care plan development
- Daily living assistance
- Basic life support
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Empathy in caregiving
- Problem-solving
- Compassionate communication
- Attention to detail
- Infection control practices
- Toileting assistance
- Bathing assistance
Timeline
CNA
Terra Bella Senior
05.2023 - 04.2026
CNA
Brandon Oaks Health & Rehab
09.2022 - 04.2023
CNA Caregiver
FRIENDSHIP MANOR NORTH
05.2020 - 07.2022
CNA Caregiver
Brookdale Salem
07.2015 - 05.2021
Histology Technician
Carilion Health Systems
07.2010 - 02.2010
CNA - CNA License
FastTrack
Histology Technician - Deasase
Community Hospital of Roanoke Valley
High School Diploma -
Patrick Henry High School