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Mell Candia

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional recognized for exceptional time management and problem-solving abilities. Key strengths include reliability and adaptability, complemented by a swift capacity to learn and implement new skills effectively. Committed to leveraging these attributes to drive team success and foster organizational growth while maintaining a focus on achieving positive results. Eager to embrace new challenges and contribute to advancing organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Server/Bartender

Red Robin
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.

Bartender/Server

Midtown Station
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
  • Replenished food items, paper products and canned goods to keep pantry well-stocked during busy periods.
  • Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.

Certified Medication Aide

West Ridge Care Center
09.2015 - 08.2022
  • Administered medications and kept daily log and observations for over 25 residents
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships
  • Explained treatment procedures, medications and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress
  • Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations
  • Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload

Certified Nursing Assistant

West Ridge Care Center
01.2014 - 08.2022
  • Cared for and assessed 25 or more residents at a time
  • 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.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.

Life Enrichment Coordinator

West Ridge Care Center
09.2018 - 04.2021
  • Care planned and coordinated for over 60 residents
  • Increased resident socialization through implementation of wide range of fun, educational and resident-oriented activities
  • Coordinated holiday decorating of facility, garnering help of residents and volunteer staff
  • Planned trips such as shopping, going to restaurants and religious worship opportunities for residents
  • Provided one-on-one programs and activities for residents unable to participate in group settings
  • Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills
  • Monitored overhead, prepared budgets and directed spending and resources to support fiscal efficiency
  • Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships
  • Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement and engagement of patients.
  • Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
  • Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
  • Created and delivered recreational programs for small and large groups of residents.
  • Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
  • Networked with community organizations and leaders for volunteer opportunities and cooperative engagements.
  • Supervised Activities Assistant and conducted performance evaluations.
  • Drafted budgets for programs and ordered materials that were needed for certain activities.
  • Maintained running inventory of supplies and purchases to monitor budget expenditures.
  • Assigned work to staff, set schedules and motivated strong performance in key areas.

Hospice Aide

Suncrest Hospice
06.2018 - 09.2018
  • Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
  • Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Certified Medication Aide

Bickford Assisted Living
08.2016 - 06.2018
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
  • Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
  • Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.

Dietary Aide

West Ridge Care Center
01.2013 - 05.2015
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity
  • Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures
  • Reported and documented resident changes in consumption or behaviors
  • Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed
  • Washed plates, cups, serving and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher
  • Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors and prep areas.
  • Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
  • Washed plates, cups, serving and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
  • Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
  • Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments and tray card.
  • Upheld efficiency of meal services by pre-setting tables before patients arrived.
  • Distributed food during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.

Education

No Degree - Cosmetology

Capri College College of Beauty
Cedar Rapids, IA

No Degree - Nursing

Kaplan University
Des Moines, IA

No Degree - Exercise Science

Iowa State University
Ames, IA

Activity Professionals Qualification Course - Nursing

Iowa Health Care Association

CMA Certification - Nursing

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA

CNA Certification - Nursing

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA

High School Diploma -

Kennedy High School

Skills

  • Conflict and Complaint Resolution

  • Transactions and Cash Handling

  • Customer Service and Rapport

  • Responding to emergencies

  • Organizational skills

  • Training and on-boarding

  • Flexible and adaptable

  • Dependable and reliable

  • Decision making skills

  • Privacy and Confidentiality

  • Event Planning

  • Department Collaboration

  • Community Networking

  • Critical Thinking

  • Policy and Procedure Enforcement

  • Budgeting and Cost Control

  • Innovative Program Development

  • Teamwork Skills

Timeline

Server/Bartender

Red Robin
04.2023 - 04.2024

Bartender/Server

Midtown Station
08.2022 - 12.2022

Life Enrichment Coordinator

West Ridge Care Center
09.2018 - 04.2021

Hospice Aide

Suncrest Hospice
06.2018 - 09.2018

Certified Medication Aide

Bickford Assisted Living
08.2016 - 06.2018

Certified Medication Aide

West Ridge Care Center
09.2015 - 08.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

West Ridge Care Center
01.2014 - 08.2022

Dietary Aide

West Ridge Care Center
01.2013 - 05.2015

No Degree - Cosmetology

Capri College College of Beauty

No Degree - Nursing

Kaplan University

No Degree - Exercise Science

Iowa State University

Activity Professionals Qualification Course - Nursing

Iowa Health Care Association

CMA Certification - Nursing

Kirkwood Community College

CNA Certification - Nursing

Kirkwood Community College

High School Diploma -

Kennedy High School

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