MELISSA MARKHAM

Micanopy, FL *****

Cell: 352-***-****

adqqci@r.postjobfree.com

Hardworking and reliable Tissue processing Tech with strong ability in SOP's and labeling of grafts. Offering longevity, teamwork and little supervision. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Tissue Manufacturing Technician boasting a 12 years career in labeling processing and tissue manufacturing. Talented at preparing equipment, testing products for functionality and monitoring and adjusting production processes. Direct and analytical with the ability to work with little to no supervision. Inspections of grafts, to be labeled out for Surgeries across the nation.

Meeting production deadlines

Aseptic skills

Final product testing

Materials knowledge

Production methods

Production processes observation

Team building

Problem resolution

Process improvement

08/2009 to Current

RTI SURGICAL INC.

Alachua, FL

Manufacturing Technician

Collected hazardous or non-hazardous waste using correctly labeled barrels or other containers and transferred to collection areas.

Adhered to all applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance. Prepared and assembled materials and set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures. Built packaging for finished products and calibrated or adjusted equipment to ensure quality production, using tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, protractors, or ring gauges. Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines. 01/2007 to 12/2009

PALM GARDENS CENTER FOR NURSING & REHABILITATION

Gainesville, FL

Certified Nursing Assistant

Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate. Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets. Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment. Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness. Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring. Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures. Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team. Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.

Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience. Delivered nursing assistance to residents in 2-bed nursing care facility. Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying. Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.

Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment. HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA 06/1997

Eastside High School, Gainesville, FL

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