Melinda Abbott
Phone: 929-***-****
E-Mail: *****************@*****.***
Summary
Conscientious professional with a strong background in assisting terminal patients and families through active listening, compassionate care and interpersonal skills. Communicative Hospice Aide committed to helping with activities of daily living for patients in both private residences and facility settings.
Kind-hearted Hospice Aide promoting a [Number]-year career providing palliative care to patients of all ages. Hardworking professional skilled in taking vitals, preparing meals for special diets and administering medication. Seeking a new position with an organization committed to providing the best possible care to patients of all backgrounds.
Skills
Care records oversight
Terminally ill patient care
Heavy lifting
Assessment of vital signs
Infection control procedures
Collecting vital signs
Preparing meals
Grooming and bathing assistance
Performing patient intakes
Experience
December 2014 to Current
Neighbors Home Care Bronx, NY
Home Health Aide
Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance
Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times
Facilitated games and other activities to engage clients and provide mental stimulation or entertainment
Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to efficiently handle basic needs
Ran errands for clients and transported to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs
Delivered individualized care and services management for all patients
December 2014 to Current
Neighbors Home Care Bronx, NY
Hospice Aide
Emotionally supported grieving families by offering a listening ear, compassion and kindness
Measured vital signs, recorded all data gathered and provided treatment assistance to nurses
Assisted over [Number] residents, aged [Number] to [Number] with daily needs, including personal hygiene, dressing and transferring from chairs to bed
Provided assistance, which included bathing, grooming and dressing to terminally ill patients
Moved patients carefully into different positions to promote better body alignment and ensure comfort
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding
Education and Training
Theodore Roosevelt High School The Bronx, NY
GED
July 2019 Bronx Educational Opportunity Center The Bronx, NY
Certified Nurse Assistant Certificate Healthcare