Melissa Witherell
St Luke's Hospital
Taunton,MA
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Provided bedside and personal care, including assistance with ambulation and hygiene tasks. Supported residents by fostering a compassionate and trusting environment that promotes a stimulating lifestyle. Adapted care strategies to meet individual patient needs, enhancing their overall well-being. Assisted patients in both hospital and home settings, offering physical and emotional support to encourage recovery.
Work History
CNA
1 Year 6 Months- Assisted in daily patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during activities of daily living.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting observations and care provided throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
CNA
1 Year 3 Months- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Resident Assistant
6 Months- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
- Changed bed linens, dumped trash and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
- Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions and hair care.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Private Caregiver
4 Years 7 Months- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Private Caregiver
4 Years 1 Month- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Nursing Assistant
4 Years 11 Months- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- 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.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Medical Reminders
Community Activities
Patient Care
First Aid and Safety
ADLs Assistance
PPE Usage
Hoyer Lifting Equipment
Individual Service Plans
COVID-19 Safety Policies
Monitor Vital Signs
Vital signs monitoring
Compassion and empathy
Time management
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CPR
Timeline
CNA
St Luke's Hospital
02.2025 - CurrentRead More
CNA
Saint Anne's Hospital
07.2023 - 10.2024Read More
Resident Assistant
The Cottages At Dartmouth Village
07.2022 - 01.2023Read More
Private Caregiver
Deborah Rogers Hospice And Home Care
09.2017 - 04.2022Read More
Private Caregiver
Deborah Rogers Hospice And Home Care
08.2017 - 09.2021Read More
Nursing Assistant
South Shore Hospital
04.2010 - 03.2015Read More
Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical H.S
High School Diploma
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