Sha’Moni Melendez
North Port,FL
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with over four years of experience in total. Specializing in Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Proven ability to provide compassionate support while ensuring resident rights and safety. Skilled in medication administration and meal preparation, fostering meaningful connections to enhance clients' well-being and quality of life.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Discovery Village at Sarasota Bay
- Accumulated over four years of experience in the healthcare industry.
- Provided compassionate care and support to elderly clients, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication management
- Maintained a clean and organized living environment for clients by performing light housekeeping duties
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and assisted with feeding when necessary
- Engaged clients in meaningful activities such as reading, puzzles, crafts, or outings to promote mental stimulation
- Provided companionship and emotional support to alleviate feelings of loneliness or isolation
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals, family members, and other caregivers to ensure continuity of care
- Administered medications accurately following prescribed dosages under the supervision of a nurse or doctor
- Implemented fall prevention strategies by removing hazards from the environment
- Supported individuals with mobility challenges through proper transfer techniques using assistive devices when required
- Responded quickly during emergencies such as falls or sudden illnesses by providing first aid assistance while waiting for medical help
- Notified appropriate authorities in cases of suspected abuse or neglect according to established protocols
- Fostered positive relationships with family members by providing regular updates on the well-being of their loved ones
- Demonstrated patience, empathy, and understanding when dealing with individuals experiencing cognitive decline or memory loss
- Served as an advocate for clients' rights and ensured they received respectful treatment from others
- Closely monitored fluid intake/output and reported any abnormalities to healthcare professionals
- Assisted with end-of-life care, offering emotional support to both clients and their families
- Managed medical equipment such as oxygen tanks, walkers, or wheelchairs to ensure they were in good working condition
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control protocols by following strict hygiene practices at all times
- Provided assistance with toileting needs while respecting the dignity and privacy of clients
- Informed family members about any significant changes in the client's condition or behavior
- Engaged in active listening during conversations with clients, showing empathy and understanding
- Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them time for self-care and personal responsibilities
Caregiver, Med Tech
The Gallery at North Port
03.2024 - Current
- Accumulated extensive knowledge through four years in healthcare.
- Provided compassionate care and support to elderly clients, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication management
- Maintained a clean and organized living environment for clients by performing light housekeeping duties
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and assisted with feeding when necessary
- Engaged clients in meaningful activities such as reading, puzzles, crafts, or outings to promote mental stimulation
- Provided companionship and emotional support to alleviate feelings of loneliness or isolation
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals, family members, and other caregivers to ensure continuity of care
- Administered medications accurately following prescribed dosages under the supervision of a nurse or doctor
- Implemented fall prevention strategies by removing hazards from the environment
- Supported individuals with mobility challenges through proper transfer techniques using assistive devices when required
- Responded quickly during emergencies such as falls or sudden illnesses by providing first aid assistance while waiting for medical help
- Notified appropriate authorities in cases of suspected abuse or neglect according to established protocols
- Fostered positive relationships with family members by providing regular updates on the well-being of their loved ones
- Demonstrated patience, empathy, and understanding when dealing with individuals experiencing cognitive decline or memory loss
- Served as an advocate for clients' rights and ensured they received respectful treatment from others
- Closely monitored fluid intake/output and reported any abnormalities to healthcare professionals
- Assisted with end-of-life care, offering emotional support to both clients and their families
- Managed medical equipment such as oxygen tanks, walkers, or wheelchairs to ensure they were in good working condition
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control protocols by following strict hygiene practices at all times
- Provided assistance with toileting needs while respecting the dignity and privacy of clients
- Informed family members about any significant changes in the client's condition or behavior
- Engaged in active listening during conversations with clients, showing empathy and understanding
- Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them time for self-care and personal responsibilities
Education
High School Diploma -
Bayshore High School
Bradenton, FL06.2020
Skills
- Microsoft word
- Senior care
- Leadership
- Customer service
- Alzheimer’s care
- Meal prep
- Assisting with ADLs
- Resident rights
- Hospice care
- Compassionate
- Dementia care
- Reliable
- Medication administration
Timeline
Caregiver, Med Tech
The Gallery at North Port
03.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Discovery Village at Sarasota Bay
High School Diploma -
Bayshore High School