Monique Knight
Dolton,IL
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Massage Therapist with over thirteen years of experience in deep tissue and trigger point techniques. Enhances patient mobility and comfort while ensuring adherence to healthcare standards. Committed to fostering a safe and supportive healing environment through professional client interactions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Chicago, Illinois
06.2017 - Current
- .Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care and comfort needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Facilitated patient mobility, hygiene, and daily living activities to promote independence.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Responded promptly to patient calls and requests for assistance.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients and staff members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments.
- Monitored and documented changes in patient conditions, promptly reporting abnormalities to RN on duty.
- Performing EKG to help mentor heart abnormalities
Nursing Assistant
Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
02.2014 - 06.2017
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical team.
- Supported nursing staff in delivering compassionate patient care and ensuring personal hygiene.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment to enhance patient comfort and safety.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Fostered a respectful environment by upholding dignity of patients, families, and colleagues.
Education
Certificate - Massage Therapy
Soma Institute of Massage Therapy
Chicago, IL10-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Robert Morris College
Chicago, IL06-2006
Skills
- Professional ethics
- Deep tissue massage
- Hydrotherapy techniques
- Trigger point massage
- Client assessment
- Range of motion improvement
- Myofascial release
- Swedish massage
- Patient education
- Healthcare compliance
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Body mechanics understanding
Certification
C.P.R
Affiliations
Volunteer at the Bank of American Marathon-2025
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
06.2017 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Illinois Masonic Medical Center
02.2014 - 06.2017
Certificate - Massage Therapy
Soma Institute of Massage Therapy
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Robert Morris College