Mercades Hallum
Dover,US
Summary
Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Embassy of Hearthside
State College, PA
05.2025 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to patients, assisting with daily activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted in mobility and rehabilitation exercises, enhancing patients' physical strength and independence.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of patient environments, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Developed positive relationships with patients, fostering trust and promoting emotional well-being.
Homemaker Aide
Christiana Care
Dover, DE
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Helped maintain a clean living environment for each client by performing light housekeeping duties.
- Developed positive relationships with clients through friendly conversation and active listening.
- Assisted clients with personal grooming tasks such as bathing, dressing, toileting and hair care.
- Maintained professional and compassionate demeanor while interacting with clients and their families.
- Documented client progress and communicated with healthcare team to optimize care plans.
- Assisted clients with shopping, transportation and housekeeping activities.
- Learned client preferences and dislikes to provide individualized service and increase satisfaction.
Child Life Volunteer
Nemours Children's Hospital
Wilmington, DE
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted with playroom activities, such as arts and crafts, games, and books.
- Provided comfort and support to families while their child was undergoing medical treatment.
- Identified and addressed the emotional needs of children in a hospital setting.
- Maintained a safe environment in the playroom by monitoring behavior of patients and enforcing rules.
- Read to children and taught them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts, and songs.
Home Health Aide
Maxim Healthcare
Smyrna, DE
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Offered companionship and emotional support to clients while assisting with daily tasks.
- Utilized excellent time management skills to ensure that all assigned duties were completed within the specified timeframe.
- Maintained confidentiality regarding patient information at all times in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate and respectful care for elderly patients in their homes.
- Provided emotional support for clients struggling with mental health issues such as depression or anxiety.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Science Candidate
Penn State
University Park, PA, US05.2027
Skills
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Time management abilities
- Childcare experience
- Multitasking
- Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Reliability
- Client Advocacy
- Organizational Skills
- Relationship Building
Certification
- Nursing Assistant
- First Aid
- CPR
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Embassy of Hearthside
05.2025 - Current
Homemaker Aide
Christiana Care
05.2024 - 08.2024
Child Life Volunteer
Nemours Children's Hospital
05.2024 - 08.2024
Home Health Aide
Maxim Healthcare
01.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Science Candidate
Penn State