Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Michele Dunn

Wentzville,MO

Summary

Diversely qualified Health Aide trained in providing ranging services, including skilled nursing, assisted living, post-acute medical and rehabilitation, hospice care and memory care. Provide empathetic, personal care to patients, promoting comfort and support. Skilled in working with disabled and elderly patients with patience, humor and attention to detail.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Health Caregiver

Owner/Dunn At Home Senior Care
12.2018 - Current
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
  • Monitored and recorded vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical professionals promptly.
  • Administered prescribed medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress and changes in health status, facilitating effective communication among healthcare providers.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients and families through open communication channels and empathetic listening skills.

Emergency Department Technician

Barnes Jewish Healthcare- Progress West ED
10.2019 - 01.2022
  • Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
  • Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis, hematocrits, EKGs, blood glucose levels and other diagnostic tests.
  • Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
  • Administered first aid treatment and life support to care for sick or injured individuals.
  • Applied orthopedic devices like traction and OCL splints.
  • Supported patients and family members, actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate care.

Home Healthcare Provider

Reliable Living
06.2017 - 11.2019
  • Worked to improve and enhance numerous patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and preserving dignity.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long- term care.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.


Home Healthcare Provider

Right At Home Care
07.2018 - 03.2019
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and nutritional needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Provided emotional support for patients and families, fostering a positive home environment conducive to healing.

Certified Surgical Technologist

Ballas Outpatient Surgery Center
01.2009 - 02.2010
  • Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecology, genitourinary, orthopedics, neurosurgery and plastic surgery procedures.
  • Operated, adjusted and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
  • Maintained documentation of post operative instrument reconciliations and protocols for quality care.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

Sanford Brown College
City Of Saint Peters, MO

Skills

  • First Aid and Safety
  • Safe Patient handling certified
  • Companion and emotional support
  • Outpatient rehabilitative care
  • Infection Control Standards
  • Certified in Dementia and Alzheimer's care
  • Hospice and Palliative Care
  • Certified in BLS and CPR/AED
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Direct inpatient and outpatient care
  • Care Plan Management

Certification

  • Certified in Alzheimers Association Training

Timeline

Emergency Department Technician

Barnes Jewish Healthcare- Progress West ED
10.2019 - 01.2022

Home Health Caregiver

Owner/Dunn At Home Senior Care
12.2018 - Current

Home Healthcare Provider

Right At Home Care
07.2018 - 03.2019

Home Healthcare Provider

Reliable Living
06.2017 - 11.2019

Certified Surgical Technologist

Ballas Outpatient Surgery Center
01.2009 - 02.2010

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

Sanford Brown College
Michele Dunn