Militza Rodriguez Melendez
Lebanon,PA
Summary
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Home Caregiver
Lauver Family
08.2024 - Current
- Enhanced client comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in a private home setting.
- Demonstrated cultural competency by respecting diverse backgrounds, perspectives, values, and beliefs of clients served in the private home environment.
- Delivered exceptional patient-centered care by responding promptly to emergencies providing timely assistance.
- Provided essential personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting assistance, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.
Rehab Technician
Lancaster Rehab Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the administration of therapeutic modalities, including ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and heat/cold therapy for pain relief and improved function.
- Documented patient response to [Type] treatment in clinical record.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to perform rounds, meetings and in-services.
- Assisted therapists in conducting evaluations to assess patient needs and establish measurable goals for rehabilitation programs.
Nursing Asistant
Reading Hospital
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
Nursing Asistant
Wellspan Hospital
11.2022 - 05.2024
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
Medication Technician /Elderly Caregiver
Traditions of Hershey
02.2019 - 12.2022
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Balanced the needs of multiple patients simultaneously while maintaining accuracy in medication preparation and distribution, contributing to overall patient satisfaction.
Private Elderly Caregiver
Maria Ortega Family
01.2013 - 06.2021
- Performed light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and comfortable living environment for clients.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting for improved hygiene.
- Enhanced client safety by closely monitoring health conditions and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Facilitated social engagement for clients by organizing outings, accompanying them on walks, or engaging in conversation.
Medical Receptionist
Hogar Tu Familia
03.2011 - 01.2013
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
Assisted Living Caregiver
Hogar Salud Mental Kenuel
09.2007 - 04.2011
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene, promoting dignity and maintaining a clean environment for their comfort.
- Facilitated group activities that encouraged social interaction among residents, fostering lasting friendships and community bonds.
Private Caregiver
Familia Ortega
02.2006 - 10.2007
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Barranquitas Job Corps Academy
Barranquitas PR Skills
Compassionate Caregiving
Vital signs monitoring
Dementia Care
Personal Hygiene Assistance
Mobility Assistance
Incontinence care
Respectful and Compassionate
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Multitasking and Organization
Dependable and Responsible
Verbal and written communication skills
Patient Care
First aid and safety
Timeline
Private Home Caregiver
Lauver Family
08.2024 - Current
Rehab Technician
Lancaster Rehab Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Nursing Asistant
Reading Hospital
07.2024 - 09.2024
Nursing Asistant
Wellspan Hospital
11.2022 - 05.2024
Medication Technician /Elderly Caregiver
Traditions of Hershey
02.2019 - 12.2022
Private Elderly Caregiver
Maria Ortega Family
01.2013 - 06.2021
Medical Receptionist
Hogar Tu Familia
03.2011 - 01.2013
Assisted Living Caregiver
Hogar Salud Mental Kenuel
09.2007 - 04.2011
Private Caregiver
Familia Ortega
02.2006 - 10.2007
High School Diploma -
Barranquitas Job Corps Academy
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