Monica Messina
Lemon Grove,CA
Summary
Dedicated employee at Sharp Memorial Hospital with 15 years experience as a health care assistant. I am a practical health professional with an ability to work effectively and efficiently during stressful and difficult situations. I believe in strong customer support, emphasizing in patient and family centered care. I am a strong team player, working well with others, and mentor to new hires.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Sharp Memorial Hospital
San Diego, CA
11.2004 - Current
- Answering call lights and aiding in patient comfort and safety.
- Perform direct patient care with activities of daily living.
- Provide pre and post-operative care for the orthopedic patient, assisting with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Perform clerical duties, including word processing, data entry, filing, and order entry.
- Monitor and record vital signs, intake and output, and patient treatments.
- Assist nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, and surgical wound sites.
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA06-2017
Skills
Ability to multi-task patient care, telephone, and call light system
Effective communication skills with nursing staff and physicians
Order entry with Centricity and Cerner programs
Experience with caring for the Dementia and Alzheimer’s patient
Compassionate and empathetic caregiver
Efficient and reliable team player
Safe patient mobilization with appropriate mobility equipment
Certification
CPR/BLS Healthcare Provider valid until
Accomplishments
Employee of the Month 2014
Accomplishments
Fall Taskforce Sharp Recommitment Committee 4 North Fundraiser Committee Fall Taskforce Sharp Recommitment Committee 4 North Fundraiser Committee
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Sharp Memorial Hospital
11.2004 - Current
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Grossmont College